About FBLA
by Wade Talley
September 20, 2007
Future Business Leaders of America is a nonprofit educational association of students preparing for careers in business and business-related fields.
FBLA-PBL Mission
To bring business and education in a positive working
relationship through innovative leadership and career development
programs.
FBLA-PBL Goals
- Develop competent, aggressive business leadership
- Strengthen the confidences of students in themselves and their work
- Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise
- Encourage members in the development of individual projects which contribute to the improvement of home, business, and community
- Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship and foster patriotism
- Encourage and practice efficient money management
- Encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty
- Assist students in the establishment of occupational and career goals
- Facilitate the transition from school to work
FBLA-PBL Creed
- I believe education is the right of every person
- I believe the future depends on mutual understanding and cooperation among business, industry, labor, religious, family, and educational institutions, as well as people around the world
- I agree to do my utmost to bring about understanding and cooperation among all of these groups
- I believe every person should prepare for a useful occupation and carry on that occupation in a manner that brings the greatest good to the greatest number
- I believe every person should actively work toward improving social, political, community and family life
- I believe every person has the right to earn a living at a useful occupation and that this right should not be denied because of race, color, creed, sex, or handicap
- I believe every person should take responsibility for carrying out assigned tasks in a manner that brings credit to self, associates, school, and community
- I believe I have the responsibility to work efficiently and to think clearly
- I promise to use my abilities to make the world a better place for everyone
FBLA-PBL Pledge
I solemnly promise to uphold the aims and responsibilities of Future Business Leaders of America and, as an active member, I shall strive to develop the qualities necessary in becoming a responsible business leader.
