Mission

The mission of FBLA is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership development programs.

Pledge

I solemnly promise to uphold the aims and responsibilities of Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda and, as an active member, I shall strive to develop the qualities necessary in becoming a responsible business leader.

Code of Ethics

I will be honest and sincere.

I will approach each task with confidence in my ability to perform my work at a high standard.

I will willingly accept responsibilities and duties.

I will seek to profit by my mistakes and take suggestions and criticisms directed toward the improvement of myself and my work.

I will abide by the rules and regulations of my school.

I will exercise initiative and responsibility and will cooperate with my employer and fellow workers.

I will dress and act in a manner that will bring respect to me and to my school.

I will seek to improve my community by contributing my efforts and my resources to worthwhile projects.

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Goals

Develop competent, aggressive business leadership.
Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work.
Create more interest in an 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 goals.
Facilitate the transition from school to work.
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The FBLA 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.

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.