Business Professionals of America is an intra-curricular activity that is part of an education program designed to develop leadership abilities, competency in business occupations and interest in the American business system.
The mission of Business Professionals of America is to contribute to the
preparation of a world-class workforce through the advancement of
leadership, citizenship, academic, and technological skills.
is a national
career and technical student organization consisting of 23 state
associations and more than 43,000 members. The organization serves
students who are currently, or were previously enrolled, in a business
education program at a secondary or post-secondary institution. Chapters
are located in high schools, career / technical colleges, and colleges
and universities.
We are met in a spirit of friendship and goodwill as we prepare for
productive lives in business and office careers. We work together to
develop professionalism and leadership through Business Professionals of
America and pledge our loyalty to our nation.
BPA will be a cohesive agent in the worldwide networking of education, business and industry. BPA will be the leading student organization in preparing a world-class workforce. BPA will set a standard of excellence for a career technical student organizations.
