International Business Olympiad

The International Business Olympiad (IBO) is a global online competition designed for high school students passionate about business and entrepreneurship.

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Competition Overview

High school students around the world

Eligibility

Free

Entry Fee

January 1 - July 15, 2026

Registration Period

July 25, 2026

Global Grand Test

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Competition Details

1. Rounds

The IBO consists of a Global Grand Test and the International Final round, completely online.

Global Grand Test (Qualification Round):

Format: Individual online exam
Content: 300 multiple-choice questions over 150 minutes, assessing fundamental business knowledge

International Final (Team Round):

Format: Team-based
Team formation: Top performers from each nation/region form teams based on their rankings. If a region has fewer than 50 participants, one team is formed (1st–3rd place). If 50 or more, two teams are formed (1st–3rd and 4th–6th place)
The final round consists of 2 modules: a Material-based Objective Exam and a Case Presentation
Modules:
- Material-Based Objective Exam: 120 minutes, 100 questions based on 5 business materials
- Case Presentation: 7-day preparation culminating in a 7-minute video presentation

2. Schedule

Registration Period: January 1 – July 16, 2026
Global Grand Test Exam Date: July 25, 2026
International Final Round Case Presentation: August 8-14, 2026
Material-Based Objective Exam: August 15, 2026

3. Resources

Sample Paper: Objective Test, Interactive Objective Case, Open Case Analysis
Example Tests: Test 1, Test 2, Test 3, Test 4, Test 5, Test 6

4. Awards and Honors

Global Grand Test: 4 tiers of Grade Certificates (Highest Distinction, Higher Distinction, Distinction, Excellence)
Final Round: Gold, Silver, Bronze medals based on total scores; top-performing teams and individuals receive special recognition