WAO Business
Welcome to the Business Track of the World Academic Olympics (WAO)!
Business education is critical in today’s global economy as it equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in various professional fields.
The Business Track at WAO covers a wide array of topics, ensuring students gain a comprehensive understanding of business functions, management principles, financial literacy, marketing strategies, entrepreneurship, and more.
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Explore the WAO Business events by clusters:
Business Functions & Management Events
Administrative Support
Focuses on the essential administrative tasks and skills needed to support business operations effectively.
2024-09 (Sept)
Business Calculations
Involves mathematical skills applied in various business contexts, including financial analysis and budgeting.
2024-12 (Dec)
Business Concepts
Provides a broad overview of fundamental business principles, including management, marketing, and operations.
2024-12 (Dec)
Business Ethics
Explores ethical principles and dilemmas in business, emphasizing the importance of integrity and corporate responsibility.
2024-11 (Nov)
Business Law
Covers the fundamental legal principles that govern business activities, including contracts, regulations, and compliance.
2024-12 (Dec)
Business Management
Covers the principles and practices of managing business operations, including planning, organizing, and controlling resources.
2024-10 (Oct)
Business Procedures
Details the standard procedures and protocols for efficient business operations and administration.
2025-02 (Feb)
Buying and Merchandising
Examines the strategies and processes involved in purchasing and managing retail inventory.
2025-02 (Feb)
Event Planning
Involves organizing and managing events, from corporate meetings to large-scale conferences.
2025-01 (Jan)
Human Resource Management
Addresses the key functions of HR, including recruitment, training, employee relations, and performance management.
2024-12 (Dec)
International Business
Focuses on global trade, international markets, and the challenges and opportunities of doing business across borders.
2024-10 (Oct)
Organizational Leadership
Explores leadership theories and practices essential for managing teams and organizations.
2025-01 (Jan)
Professional Selling
Focuses on sales techniques, customer relationship management, and effective communication strategies.
2025-02 (Feb)
Supply Chain Management
Examines the logistics and strategies involved in managing the flow of goods and services.
2025-01 (Jan)
Career Events
Agribusiness
Focuses on the business aspects of agricultural production and management.
2024-11 (Nov)
Apparel & Accessories
Covers the business of fashion, including design, production, and marketing.
2025-02 (Feb)
Automotive Industry
Examines the business operations within the automotive sector, from manufacturing to sales.
2024-08 (Aug)
Business Service
Addresses the various services that support business operations, such as consulting and outsourcing.
2025-02 (Feb)
Commercial Real Estate
Explores the business of buying, selling, and managing commercial properties.
2025-03 (Mar)
Construction & Manufacturing
Focuses on the business processes in construction and manufacturing industries.
2025-03 (Mar)
Consumer Products
Examines the business of producing and marketing consumer goods.
2025-03 (Mar)
E-commerce
Covers the principles and practices of conducting business online.
2025-03 (Mar)
Education
Focuses on the business aspects of educational institutions and services.
2025-03 (Mar)
Energy
Examines the business operations within the energy sector, including production, distribution, and sustainability.
2025-03 (Mar)
Financial Services
Focuses on the operations of financial institutions and services, including banking and investment.
2024-10 (Oct)
Food & Beverage
Examines the business operations within the food and beverage industry.
2024-08 (Aug)
Gaming
Covers the business aspects of the gaming industry, from development to marketing.
2025-06 (Jun)
Healthcare & Medical Service
Examines the business aspects of healthcare providers and medical services.
2024-11 (Nov)
Hospitality & Tourism
Covers the business operations within the hospitality and tourism sectors.
2024-10 (Oct)
Hotel & Lodging
Focuses on the business of hotel management and operations.
2024-08 (Aug)
Industrial Goods
Examines the business operations of industrial manufacturing and distribution.
2025-02 (Feb)
Insurance & Risk Management
Covers the principles and practices of managing risk and providing insurance services.
2024-12 (Dec)
Quick Service Restaurant
Focuses on the business operations within the fast-food industry.
2025-02 (Feb)
Real Estate
Examines the business of buying, selling, and managing properties.
2025-06 (Jun)
Retail Industry
Covers the operations and strategies involved in the retail sector.
2025-03 (Mar)
Retail Merchandising
Covers the strategies and operations of retail merchandising.
2025-02 (Feb)
Sports & Entertainment
Focuses on the business aspects of the sports and entertainment industries.
2024-10 (Oct)
Technology, Media, & Telecommunications
Focuses on the business operations within the tech, media, and telecom sectors.
2025-02 (Feb)
Transportation & Logistics
Examines the logistics and strategies involved in managing transportation and supply chains.
2025-06 (Jun)
Case Analysis Events
For events in this cluster, the objective test will be based on case materials. During the exam, students will be provided with the case material and will need to complete the objective questions based on it.
Buying & Merchandising Case Analysis
Analyzes case studies related to purchasing and managing retail inventory.
2025-02 (Feb)
Crisis Management Case Analysis
Analyzes strategies for managing business crises.
2025-04 (Apr)
Customer Relationship Case Analysis
Examines strategies for managing and improving customer relationships.
2025-04 (Apr)
Market Entry Case Analysis
Focuses on strategies for entering new markets and the challenges involved.
2025-04 (Apr)
Market Sizing Case Analysis
Involves estimating the size and potential of different markets.
2025-04 (Apr)
Mergers & Acquisitions Case Analysis
Examines the strategic considerations involved in mergers and acquisitions.
2025-04 (Apr)
New Product Development Case Analysis
Analyzes the process of developing and launching new products.
2025-04 (Apr)
Operations Case Analysis
Focuses on improving operational efficiency and effectiveness.
2025-04 (Apr)
Organizational Structure Case Analysis
Focuses on designing and analyzing organizational structures.
2025-04 (Apr)
Pricing Strategy Case Analysis
Analyzes different pricing strategies and their impact on business.
2025-04 (Apr)
Profitability Case Analysis
Examines strategies to improve business profitability.
2025-04 (Apr)
Strategic Planning Case Analysis
Examines the strategic planning process and its importance in business.
2025-04 (Apr)
Technology Disruption Case Analysis
Focuses on the impact of technological disruptions on businesses.
2025-04 (Apr)
Digital Design & Production Events
Broadcast News Production
Examines the process of producing broadcast news.
2025-05 (May)
Digital Animation
Covers the principles and techniques of creating digital animations.
2025-01 (Jan)
Digital Communication & Design
Focuses on designing and creating digital communications.
2025-05 (May)
Digital Video Production
Examines the process of producing digital videos.
2025-01 (Jan)
Graphic Design
Covers the principles and practices of graphic design.
2025-01 (Jan)
Podcast Production
Focuses on creating and producing podcasts.
2025-05 (May)
UX Design
Covers the principles of user experience design.
2024-11 (Nov)
Visual Design
Focuses on visual design principles and practices.
2025-02 (Feb)
Website Design
Examines the process of designing and developing websites.
2025-02 (Feb)
Entrepreneurship Events
Business Growth Plan
Focuses on strategies for growing businesses.
2025-03 (Mar)
Business Innovation
Covers strategies for fostering innovation in business.
2025-03 (Mar)
Entrepreneurial Venture
Examines the process of planning and launching entrepreneurial ventures.
2024-12 (Dec)
Entrepreneurship Concepts
Covers the fundamental concepts of entrepreneurship.
2024-10 (Oct)
Franchise Business Plan
Examines the process of planning and managing franchises.
2025-03 (Mar)
Independent Business Plan
Focuses on planning and managing independent businesses.
2025-03 (Mar)
Market Research
Covers the principles and practices of market research.
2025-05 (May)
Small Business Management
Focuses on managing small businesses.
2025-05 (May)
Start-Up Financing
Examines the process of financing start-ups.
2025-05 (May)
Finance & Accounting Events
Advanced Accounting
Covers advanced accounting principles and practices.
2024-12 (Dec)
Banking & Finance
Focuses on the principles and practices of banking and finance.
2024-09 (Sept)
Business Finance
Examines financial management in business.
2025-02 (Feb)
Financial Consulting
Covers the principles of financial consulting.
2024-08 (Aug)
Financial Math
Focuses on the mathematical principles used in finance.
2024-12 (Dec)
Financial Statement Analysis
Examines the analysis of financial statements.
2024-11 (Nov)
Fundamental Accounting
Covers the fundamental principles of accounting.
2024-12 (Dec)
Payroll Accounting
Focuses on payroll accounting practices.
2024-09 (Sept)
Personal Finance
Examines principles of personal financial management.
2024-11 (Nov)
Securities & Investments
Covers the principles of investing in securities.
2025-01 (Jan)
Information Technology Events
Computer Problem Solving
Focuses on solving computer-related problems.
2024-11 (Nov)
Digital Citizenship
Covers the principles of responsible digital citizenship.
2025-02 (Feb)
Digital Security
Examines the principles of digital security.
2024-11 (Nov)
Information Technology
Covers fundamental IT concepts and practices.
2024-12 (Dec)
Management Information System
Focuses on the management of information systems.
2025-01 (Jan)
Network Design
Examines the principles of designing computer networks.
2025-01 (Jan)
Network Infrastructure
Covers the infrastructure of computer networks.
2024-11 (Nov)
Programming Basics
Focuses on the fundamental principles of programming.
2024-12 (Dec)
Marketing & Communication Events
Advertising
Covers the principles and practices of advertising.
2024-11 (Nov)
Digital Marketing
Examines strategies for marketing in digital environments.
2024-09 (Sept)
Event Marketing
Focuses on marketing strategies for events.
2025-03 (Mar)
Marketing Concepts
Covers fundamental marketing principles.
2024-10 (Oct)
Product Marketing
Examines strategies for marketing products.
2025-03 (Mar)
Service Marketing
Focuses on marketing principles and strategies for service industries.
2025-03 (Mar)
Social Media Campaign
Focuses on creating and managing social media campaigns.
2024-11 (Nov)
Office Application Events
Computer Applications
Covers the principles and practices of using computer applications.
2024-12 (Dec)
Database Applications
Focuses on database management and applications.
2025-01 (Jan)
Spreadsheet Applications
Examines the use of spreadsheet software for business applications.
2024-12 (Dec)
Word Processing
Covers the principles of using word processing software.
2025-01 (Jan)
Professional Development Events
Business Communication
Focuses on the principles of effective business communication.
2024-12 (Dec)
Business Etiquette
Covers the principles of business etiquette.
2025-01 (Jan)
Business Presentation
Examines the principles of giving effective business presentations.
2024-11 (Nov)
Career Exploration
Focuses on exploring different career paths.
2025-01 (Jan)
Critical Thinking
Covers the principles of critical thinking.
2025-01 (Jan)
Data Analysis
Examines the principles of analyzing data.
2024-12 (Dec)
Interpersonal Communication
Focuses on the principles of effective interpersonal communication.
2025-01 (Jan)
Interview Skills
Covers the principles of conducting successful interviews.
2024-09 (Sept)
Leadership
Examines the principles of effective leadership.
2025-02 (Feb)
Learning Strategies
Focuses on strategies for effective learning.
2025-02 (Feb)
Public Speaking
Covers the principles of public speaking.