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About Phi Beta Lambda

The FBLA-PBL Mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.

FBLA-PBL is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, and organized on local, state and national levels. Business teachers/advisers and advisory councils (including school officials, business people and community representatives) guide local chapters. State advisers and committee members coordinate chapter activities for the national organization.

Funding

FBLA-PBL, Inc. is funded by membership dues, conference fees, corporate contributions and grants.

Endorsements

FBLA-PBL is officially endorsed by American Management Association, Association for Career and Technical Education , Career College Association, March of Dimes , National Association of Parliamentarians, National Association of Secondary School Principals, National Business Education Association , National Management Association, and the U.S. Department of Education.

Purpose

FBLA-PBL's purpose is to provide, as an integral part of the instruction program,
opportunities for students to develop vocational and career competencies
and to promote civic and personal responsibilities.

Goals

• Develop competent, aggressive business leadership.

• Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work.

• Create more interest in and understanding of the American business enterprise.

• Encourage members in the development of individual projects that 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.