Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition

Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition

Overview of Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition
The Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition is the largest and most prestigious virtual pitch competition for high school students around the world. It is a virtual competition that attracts high school-aged entrepreneurs globally. Students pitch their innovative business concepts to experienced entrepreneurs and business people, receive feedback, 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 global bestseller Blue Ocean Strategy, which encourages students to look at the world with a new perspective and create businesses that make the world a better place. High school students with just an idea for a blue ocean business can participate.
📍Location
Online
📅 Application deadlines
- 22 feb 2026
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💸 Costs & Aid
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- Cash prizes are awarded to winners ($1000 for 1st place, $750 for 2nd place, $500 for 3rd place, $750 for People's Choice, and $500 for regional winners). Prizes are also awarded to participating schools.
Eligibility Requirements
📋 General Requirements
Participants must complete the online Blue Ocean Mini-Course and use specific Blue Ocean tools (Strategy Canvas, Three Tiers of NonCustomers, Eliminate-Reduce-Raise-Create Grid) in their pitch. Pitches must be original, in English, video files under 5 minutes and under 1 GB. Pitches must not violate laws or trademarks.
👥 Age Requirements
14-18 years old at time of registration
📚 Grade Requirements
High school students
🌍 Eligible Countries
High school student of Worldwide🌎
Application Process
Register for the competition, complete the online Blue Ocean Mini-Course, develop a blue ocean business idea, record a 5-minute video pitch, upload the pitch to YouTube with the hashtag #blueoceancompetition, and submit a link to the video and the video file through the pitch submission form.
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Duration
Several months
Application Deadlines
- 22 feb 2026 — Submission Deadline
Upload your blue ocean pitch before the deadline
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