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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Business

Theme of 2024 IBO

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2024 IBO Results and Summary

January 31 - August 30, 2024

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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.

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Objective Test

60 mins, 100 questions

Multiple choice questions about business theory

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Interactive Objective Case

120 mins, 5 cases with 100 questions

Material-based objective questions about business practice

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Open Case Analysis

24-hour prep., 15-min presentation

Presentation about business cases

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

Awarded to individuals

Based on combined scores from Objective Test and Interactive Objective Case

  • Gold: Top 5% performers
  • Silver: 5%-20% performers
  • Bronze: 20%-40% performers

Global 1st, 2nd and 3rd

Awarded to final teams

Based on Open Case Analysis scores

Teams advancing from individual modules compete in the final round

Areas & Subjects

IBO encompasses these areas and subjects to assess student's business acumen, skills, and abilities.

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Marketing

Understanding basic principles of marketing and the dynamic market

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Global Business

Cross-border trade and practical problem-solving abilities

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Entrepreneurship

Innovation, business creation, and startup fundamentals

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Management

Leadership, organizational behavior, and strategic management concepts

Updates & Announcements

Stay informed for our important notices, announcements, highlights, and updates.

September 2

IBO 2024 Results Released

Complete results and summary document now available

August 28

Scores and Awards Finalized

All awards and honors have been determined

August 23

Scores Finalized for First Two Modules

Objective Test and Interactive Objective Case scoring complete

August 15

Registration Concluded

Final registration deadline reached

July 19

Test Bank Published

Practice materials and test bank made available

July 18

Sample and Past Papers Available

Additional preparation materials released

June 25

Registration Open

General registration period began

June 12

Annual Theme Announced

"The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Business" revealed

June 7

Returning Schools Registration Open

Priority registration for previous participants