Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition

About this opportunity

The Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition is the largest and most prestigious virtual pitch competition for high school students around the world. Every year, thousands of high school students pitch their innovative business concepts to experienced entrepreneurs and business people, receive feedback on their ideas, join a community of like-minded students, and compete for thousands in cash prizes. The competition is inspired by Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne's Blue Ocean Strategy, encouraging students to see possibilities where others see boundaries, solve previously unsolved problems, and create innovative business solutions that make the world a better place.

What you'll do

• Develop and pitch an innovative business concept
• Receive feedback from experienced entrepreneurs and business leaders
• Learn and apply Blue Ocean Strategy frameworks and tools
• Connect with a global community of like-minded student entrepreneurs
• Compete for cash prizes and recognition

Requirements

Open to high school students globally. More than 23,000 students participated in the 2026 competition across 173 countries.