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Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition

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Leadership

Blue Ocean Competition

VirtualAnnual competition

The Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition is the largest and most prestigious virtual pitch competition for high school students worldwide, drawing thousands of participants from over 173 countries each year. Inspired by the bestselling book Blue Ocean Strategy, students work individually or in teams of up to five to identify pressing global problems or untapped market opportunities and develop innovative business solutions to address them. Competitors create a five-minute video pitch that is evaluated by experienced judges, giving students real-world exposure to the entrepreneurial process. It is one of the most globally recognized business competitions available to high school students, offering a unique platform to develop creativity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial skills.

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Skills You'll Build

Entrepreneurship

Turning an idea into a real venture, from planning through execution.

Problem Solving

Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.

Strategic Planning

Setting long-term goals and mapping out the steps to reach them.

Public Speaking

Delivering ideas clearly and confidently in front of an audience.

Team Leadership

Guiding a group toward a shared goal and keeping everyone moving together.

Related Careers

Entrepreneur / Small Business Owner

Students develop and pitch original business ideas using Blue Ocean methodology to create innovative ventures.

Marketing Manager

Students craft and deliver persuasive 5-minute video pitches to communicate their business concepts effectively.

Management Consultant

Students apply systematic frameworks and strategic tools to analyze problems and formulate business solutions.

Quick Facts

Grade Levels
9th - 12th
Format
Virtual
Competitiveness
Open Enrollment
Best For
Student entrepreneurs & innovators

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