Welcome to BPA

Pledge

"We are met in a spirit of friendship and goodwill as we prepare for careers in a world-class workforce.

We work together to develop professionalism and leadership through Business Professionals of America and pledge our loyalty to our nation."

Business

The field for which we prepare our students; emphasizes that we educate our members to work efficiently, not only in an office setting, but also in a wide variety of business situations.

Professionals

Our students indicate they join BPA to take advantage of a wide variety of professional development opportunities.

America

Symbolizes pride in our country and its free enterprise business system.

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Official Colors

Navy blue signifies the success achieved through leadership and professionalism.

Red symbolizes the friendship obtained through teamwork in our organization.

Why join the BPA here at Morris Area Schools?

Business Professionals of America is a national organization that prepares students for careers in business. Through competitions, workshops, and networking opportunities, BPA helps students develop business skills, leadership qualities, and professional etiquette. When you join Business Professionals of America you make friends, explore new interests, are exposed to real-world experiences and learn skills that will help you succeed wherever you go.

Students in Business Professionals of America (BPA) have contests, including the core Workplace Skills Assessment Program (WSAP) with over 90 categories and partner competitions like Knowledge Matters and Stukent, which offer real-world simulations in areas such as finance, marketing, and technology. Students can compete at local, state, and national levels to showcase their business skills and potentially win awards.

Types of Contests

Workplace Skills Assessment Program (WSAP):

This is a primary component of BPA, offering over 90 competitive events across six main assessment areas: Finance, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Digital Communication & Design, Management, Marketing & Communication, and Health Administration.

Partner Competitions:

BPA partners with organizations like LifeSmarts, Knowledge Matters, and Stukent to provide additional challenges.
- Knowledge Matters Virtual Business Challenge (VBC): This online competition allows students to test skills in personal finance and entrepreneurship through simulations.
- Stukent Simternship Triathlon: This challenge involves using Stukent Simternships™ to complete real-world tasks in social media marketing, entrepreneurship, and accounting.
- LifeSmarts/BPA Personal Finance Challenge: This competition combines online challenges with the possibility of competing at state and national championships.

Contact Mick Ekren at MickEkren@gmail.com for additional information specific to the Morris chapter of BPA.

Check out this Facebook page, and website to the Minnesota chapter of BPA and this video for additional information.