Business majors are encouraged to participate in clubs and honor societies. These organizations provide opportunities for students to develop skills needed in business, such as teamwork, planning, organizing, leadership and communication. Several organizations are open to business majors and supported in the College of Business. Membership criteria vary.
The American Marketing Association (AMA), the international society for marketing professionals, is one of the largest professional associations for marketers. Members participate in regional, national and local marketing activities.
Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) is an elite network of Information Technology professionals, educators, and students dedicated to continuing education, professional growth,leadership, and the exploration of issues that face the IT industry. Membership provides access to the highest quality IT educational opportunities and forums for networking with experienced professionals and those new to the IT field.
Beta Gamma Sigma is the honor society serving business programs accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the highest recognition a business student anywhere in the world can receive in a business program accredited by AACSB International.
College of Business Ambassadors are a select group of students who serve as student representatives for the College during student recruitment activities both on and off campus, and assist the Dean’s Office when guests and visitors visit the COB by providing PVAMU hospitality, introducing guests and helping prepare for special COB Events.
Hispanic Business Students Association was organized to promote the development of Hispanic students who show promise in becoming leaders in business. This is organization is for undergraduate students who value diversity in entrepreneurship and business. Activities include Latino heritage events, networking and field trips, mixers and recruitment events.
Student Advisory Council is composed of the student organization presidents and one selected representative from each of the College of Business clubs/organizations and the College of Business Senator(s). The Council serves as a liaison between the Dean of the College of Business and students.
The Finance Club promotes the stimulation of the students’ interests in the field of finance, achievement of excellence among students in the department and application of academic knowledge to practical situations and promotion of ethical principles and industry.
National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) is a national organization for accountants and accounting students. NABA encourages and helps students enter the accounting profession, promotes professional development in accounting and provides assistance in developing accounting education for members of minority groups. Membership is open to students majoring in accounting and others who intend to enter the accounting profession.
Phi Beta Lambda is open to students majoring in all business disciplines. Students apply and are selected on the basis of character, leadership and professional pride.
Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) is a nonprofit organization that gives students the tools to learn the free enterprise system in a real working situation. SIFE challenges students on more than 800 college campuses nationwide to take what they're learning in the classroom and use their knowledge to better their communities.
The PVAMU chapter of Toastmasters International offers members an opportunity to improve public speaking and communication skills. Membership is open to everyone (student, faculty and staff) in the PVAMU community.
