"The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Business"
Theme of 2024 IBO
Updates & Annoucements
Stay informed for our important notices, annoucements, highlights, and updates.
2 September | IBO 2024 Results Released.
We are pleased to announce that the IBO 2024 results have been released! Students can log in to the exam system to check their scores and download their certificates. Please follow the steps provided in the email you received for detailed instructions.
Additionally, the 2024 IBO Summary has been published and is now available for viewing.
Congratulations to all participants!
28 August | Scores and Awards Finlized. Results Will Be Available Soon!
The scores and awards for the IBO have been finalized. Results will be announced soon—thank you for your patience!
23 August | Scores Finalized for First Two Modules, Check Your Inbox for Advancement Results!
The individual scores for the Objective Test and Interactive Objective Case have been finalized. The top 3 students from each continent based on the combined scores will advance to the Open Case Analysis. Please check your inbox for the advancement results! Congratulations to all who advanced! All scores and awards will be announced after the IBO concludes—stay tuned!
15 August | Registration for 2024 IBO Concluded!
The registration for the 2024 International Business Olympiad has closed. Thank you to all students and teachers for your interest! Exam-related notifications will be sent out today. Please check your email for updates.
19 July | Test Bank Published With a New Set Added!
This year, we've added an extra set, making a total of 6 sets of practice questions, each containing 100 questions. The Objective Test in the actual exam will draw directly from these practice sets. Use these questions for your practice and preparation!
18 July | IBO Sample and Past Papers Now Available!
The sample paper and past papers for the International Business Olympiad are now published. You can find them in the Resources section under this page. Use these materials to familiarize yourself with the IBO format and prepare effectively.
25 June | Registration for the International Business Olympiad is Now Open!
This year, IBO is accepting individual registrations. Students will participate individually in the first two modules. The top 3 students from each continent will then form a team to advance to the Open Case Analysis.
12 June | Annual Theme Announced: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Business!
The annual theme for this year is "The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Business." Explore how AI is transforming the business landscape and get ready for an insightful experience!
7 June | Returning Schools: Registration Now Open!
Registration for our returning schools is now open. We're excited to see familiar faces again. New schools, get ready – your registration will be available shortly. Keep an eye out for updates.
2024 IBO Schedule
All the times specified here are in Singapore Standard Time (UTC+8).
Registration Deadline
August 15, 2024
Individual Test
August 22, 2024
Continent Top 3 Announcement
August 23, 2024
Team Presentation
August 24 to 25, 2024
Result Announcement
Before the end of August
Objective Test
- Asian, Oceania, Europe, and Africa: 15:00 - 16:00, August 22
- North, Central and South America: 22:00 - 23:00, August 22
Interactive Objective Case
- Asian, Oceania, Europe, and Africa: 19:00 - 21:00, August 22
- North, Central and South America: 8:00 - 10:00, August 23
Open Case Analysis
- Case Release: 8:00, August 24
- Case Submission: 8:00, August 25
Event Format
IBO consists of three modules. This year, students will participate individually in the first two modules. The top scorers from each continent will have the opportunity to participate in the Open Case Analysis.
Objective Test
60 mins, 100 questions
Multiple choice questions about the business theory to test students' business knowledge and literacy.
60min, Complete the online exam by the official unified time.
Interactive Objective Case
120 mins, 5 cases with 100 questions
Material-based objective questions about business practice to test students' analyzing and application abilities.
120min, Complete the online exam by the official unified time.
Open Case Analysis
24-hour prep., 15-min presentation
Presentation about business cases to demonstrate students' business thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Students upload a 15-minute video within the allotted time
Awards & Honors
IBO bestows accolades and distinctions at various levels and across different modules, honoring the remarkable performance and achievements of exceptional individuals and teams.
Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards will be awarded to the top 5%, top 5%-20%, and top 20%-40% performers.
Gold, Silver, and Bronze
Awarded to individuals
Based on the combined scores from the Objective Test (individual) and Interactive Objective Case (individual). Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards will go to the top 5%, top 5%-20%, and top 20%-40% performers.
Global 1st, 2nd and 3rd
Awarded to final teams
Based on the scores from the Open Case Analysis.
Areas & Subjects
IBO encompasses these areas and subjects to assess student's business acumen, skills, and abilities.
Marketing
The event of marketing focuses on understanding the basic principles of marketing and the dynamic market.
Global Business
The event of global business is designed to help students better understand the basics of cross-border trade and analyze their practical ability to solve specific problems in the world.
Entrepreneurship
The event of Entrepreneurship let students study entrepreneurial opportunities from the perspective of the interaction between entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial environment.
Management
The event of management let the student discuss the management method, the construction management pattern, obtains the maximum management benefit.
How to Participate
1Registration
Sign up before August 15
2Objective Test
Students complete the Objective Test independently
3Interactive Objective Case
Complete the Interactive Objective Case independently
4Form Continent Team
Top scorers from each continent form a team and advance to the case analysis.
5Open Case Analysis
Complete the case analysis and submit the presentation video.
Resources
Use these materials to familiarize yourself with the IBO format and prepare accordingly.
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