The Middle School Business Conference – ACS

This is the official site for the Middle School Business Conference hosted by the American Community School of Abu Dhabi. All information about the conference can be found below. Please take your time to carefully read all the details.

November 11th, 2025

8:30 A.M – 2 P.M.

Hosted by the American Community School of Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island

Overview

When

The conference will be held at the American Community School of Abu Dhabi on:

November 11, 2025.

8:30 A.M – 2 P.M.

Who is Eligible?

Students who are enrolled in the 6th, 7th, or 8th Grade as of the 2025 - 2026 academic year.

Students who are enrolled in the 7th, 8th, or 9th Year as of the 2025 - 2026 academic year.

Individual Presentations

Each school may nominate up to 4 individual students to participate. Students will present their own business ideas within smaller breakout rooms. Finalists will receive the opportunity to present on the big stage in front of an panel of expert judges.

One Day. Limitless Ideas.

Students will have the opportunity to create history with brilliant business ideas. They will engage, network, learn, and most importantly have fun! Join now and encourage your students to engage in one whole day of amazing possibilities.

📑 How to Register

Each school may nominate up to 4 individual middle school students (ages 11–14) to participate in the conference. Students will prepare their own original business idea and present it independently on stage.

Registration Deadline: October 15, 2025

Who Registers: A teacher or school staff member must complete the registration on behalf of the school. The form also requires the confirmation of parental consent of each registered student.

Any Questions? Email: jimithparekh@acs.sch.ae

There is no participation fee.

📚 Student Preparation Guide

Once registration is confirmed, each student will begin an 2-week guided preparation period to build their business concept. Students will be encouraged to think critically, research independently, and apply real-world problem-solving techniques.

What Participants Will Work On:

Develop a business idea based on a real-world issue
Conduct market research and define a target audience
Create a simple business plan and pitch deck (max 10 slides)
Prepare a 5–7 minute live presentation with visuals
Understand key concepts in innovation, feasibility, and communication

Support materials and a full competition guide will be shared with all confirmed participants.

🏆 Judging & Awards

All students will present live on stage at the ACS Auditorium in front of peers, educators, and a panel of judges made up of business professionals and industry leaders.

Judging Criteria:

Creativity & Innovation
Feasibility & Real-world Potential
Market Understanding
Financial Thinking
Communication & Presentation Skills

Each category is scored out of 10 points.

Awards:

1st Place – Best Business Idea
2nd Place – Runner-Up
Most Innovative Idea

Judges will provide brief feedback following each presentation. Awards will be announced during the closing ceremony.