Future Business Leaders of America

What is it?

• a nonprofit educational association
• preparing students for careers in business
• helps students develop leadership abilities
• how to direct the affairs of a group
• how to compete honorably in competitive events
• help prepare students to be better employees and better citizens

Purpose
FBLA-PBL provides innovative leadership development programs to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship. Participation in FBLA-PBL can have a direct impact on the direction and success of a young person's career. Millions of students have learned through active membership in FBLA-PBL about the world of business and what is expected of them in the workplace.

Organizational goals include:

• develop competent, aggressive business leadership
• strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work
• create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise
• encourage members to develop individual projects that contribute to the home, business, and community
• develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism
• encourage and practice efficient money management
• encourage scholarships and promote school loyalty
• assist students in the establishment of occupational goals and facilitate the transition from school to work