FBLA National Center and Code of Ethics Quiz

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What is the largest business Career and Technical Student Organization in the world?

FBLA National Center
Business Leaders Organization
Career and Technical Student Organization
Future Business Leaders of America (correct)

What is the mission of FBLA?

To provide relevant career preparation and leadership experiences
To inspire and prepare students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society
Both a and b (correct)
To help over 230,000 members prepare for careers in business

According to the FBLA Code of Ethics, what should a member 'willingly accept'?

Responsibilities and duties
Criticisms directed toward the improvement of myself and my work
The rules and regulations of my school
All of the above (correct)

What does the FBLA Creed state about education?

Education is the right of every person (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the location of the FBLA National Center?

Reston, VA (A) Signup and view all the answers

What year did the FBLA Alumni Division change its name to the Professional Division?

1989 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which year saw the grand opening of the FBLA National Center?

1991 (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many Regional Vice Presidents represent the FBLA High School Division?

5 (C) Signup and view all the answers

When did Alexander T. Graham get appointed as president and chief executive officer of the FBLA?

2019 (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what year did FBLA transition its Professional Division into an FBLA Network?

2021 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for filling a vacancy in any office, other than that of president?

By appointment by the national executive council (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for appointing the national parliamentarian?

The national president (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which group of officers is directly responsible for planning Regional Leadership Conferences?

National Regional Vice Presidents (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for candidates to be considered for an office in FBLA?

Hold an office in their local chapter (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who approves the election policies managing the nomination and election processes?

Board of Directors (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal envisioned by Hamden L. Forkner, the founder of FBLA?

To establish a national organization that would unite business clubs across the nation's high schools and colleges. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the year 1958 in FBLA's history?

The postsecondary division, FBLA Collegiate, was created. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the purpose of the FBLA dress code?

To uphold the professional image of the association and prepare students for the business world. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what is the significance of the year 1994 in FBLA's history?

The FBLA Middle School division was started for students in grades 5-9. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In what year did FBLA acquire its own board of directors and full-time staff?

1969 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary duty of the national parliamentarian according to the bylaws?

Advise the president on the orderly conduct of business in accordance with FBLA bylaws and Robert's Rules of Order (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the bylaws, what is the minimum number of voting delegates a local chapter in good standing with 50-100 members can send to the National Leadership Conference?

3 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a duty of the national executive council according to the bylaws?

Present to the voting delegates at the National Leadership Conference, with recommendations, those proposed amendments approved by the board of directors (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the bylaws, which of the following is not a requirement for local voting delegates to the National Leadership Conference?

Have an alternate delegate accompany them (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of voting delegates required to constitute a quorum for all business meetings of the National Leadership Conference?

A majority of the registered voting delegates (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the bylaws, which of the following statements about Active Members is true?

Active Members must be enrolled in business or business-related fields and possess qualities for employment. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Honorary Life Members is false?

Honorary Life Members may hold office in FBLA. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the bylaws, which of the following statements about the board of directors is true?

The board of directors is responsible for determining the national dues for FBLA members. (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the bylaws, what is required for a state chapter to qualify for a charter?

The state chapter must have at least five local chapters with all members holding national membership in the FBLA High School Division, and hold one annual meeting to elect state officers and conduct business. (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the bylaws, who is responsible for administering all FBLA finances?

The association president and chief executive officer (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the national executive council to conduct business by email?

A three-fourths vote of the members eligible to vote (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum term length for members appointed to FBLA committees?

The length of the national president's term (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for approving candidates for nomination as FBLA national officers?

The officer screening committee (B) Signup and view all the answers

How must committee business conducted by email be reported?

It must be reported to the committee members at the next regular meeting (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for proposing amendments to the FBLA bylaws?

Proposed amendments must be submitted by April 1, reviewed by the Governance Committee, and approved by a two-thirds vote of state voting delegates at the National Leadership Conference (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the officer screening committee?

To approve candidates for nomination as FBLA national officers (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of advisory committees appointed by the FBLA board of directors?

To assist in the growth and development of the FBLA High School Division (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required vote threshold for committee business conducted by email to be adopted?

Majority vote of the committee members eligible to vote (B) Signup and view all the answers

How are the official emblem and insignia designs of FBLA governed?

They are described and protected by registration in the U.S. Patent Office, and their manufacture, reproduction, wearing, or display is governed by the board of directors (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which parliamentary authority governs FBLA in cases where it is applicable and not inconsistent with FBLA rules and bylaws?

Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (D) Signup and view all the answers