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  • STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

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    Accounting  Business Administration  Council  Economics  Finance  Internal Audit  ISDS  Management  Marketing  MBA  Public Administration 

    Student organizations are asked to complete a Visiting Business Executive Form when inviting any business professional to attend organization meetings or functions. This ensures arrangements will be made for proper parking and 'thank you' gifts.

    Visiting Business Executive Form for Student Organizations


    DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING


     Beta Alpha Psi (Honorary) Beta Alpha Psi (Honorary)
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    Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) is a national professional honorary accounting fraternity. LSU's chapter of this organization has achieved superior status in most of the last 15 years. The purposes of BAP include promoting an understanding of the field of accountancy, providing opportunities for self-development, and encouraging a sense of ethical, social, and public responsibility. Students are accepted into this organization based on academic performance.




    ALL BUSINESS MAJORS


     Alpha Kappa Psi Alpha Kappa Psi
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    Alpha Kappa Psi is the oldest, largest, and most prestigious professional business fraternity in the country. AKPsi is recognized as the premier developer of principled business leaders. We also offer members opportunities to learn about career possibilities both locally and nationally. In addition, we offer local networking opportunities through community service and professional programming as well as opportunities to meet people from all over the country at regional and national conventions.



     Beta Gamma Sigma (Honorary) Beta Gamma Sigma (Honorary)
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    Beta Gamma Sigma is the scholastic honor society for graduates of accredited schools of business administration. Selection for membership represents the highest national honor bestowed by LSU's E. J. Ourso College of Business Administration. Of the 1,200 colleges and universities in the U.S. that offer business degrees, only 247 are eligible for Beta Gamma Sigma chapters.



     Delta Sigma Pi Delta Sigma Pi
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    Delta Sigma Pi (DSP) is a professional business fraternity consisting of undergraduate and graduate business majors. The fraternity's professional programs feature prominent business leaders speaking on various business- and career-oriented topics. DSP holds a membership in the Greater Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce. Other activities focus on civic service projects, volunteer services on campus, and social occasions.



     Diplomats for Diversity Diplomats for Diversity
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    The E. J. Ourso College of Business' Diplomats for Diversity is a student organization established to assist the Diversity & Inclusion Initiative with the recruitment and retention of minority undergraduate students. Diplomats attend student activities on and off campus. In addition, they work with the coordinator of the Minority Business Program to develop programs that support and create community among minority business and pre-business students. Diplomats also mentor students enrolled in the Bridge to Success Program.



     The Colleagues The Colleagues
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    "The Colleagues" is established for the expressed purpose of representing E. J. Ourso College of Business in recruiting, educational, and fundraising affairs. Get started on your resume by joining "The Colleagues" to network with students and alumni of the E. J. Ourso College of Business.



     I am Entrepreneur I am Entrepreneur
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    I am Entrepreneur is an Entrepreneurial Student Movement open to all majors! Set to aid in the development of tomorrow's entrepreneur, I am E provides necessary resources and tools for students wanting to start their own businesses. Students are encouraged to join and learn the basics of business plans from real-world entrepreneurs, social networking opportunities, and interactive group projects. Join the movement today!




    E. J. OURSO COLLEGE OF BUSINESS COUNCILS


     Business College Council Business College Council

    The E. J. Ourso Business College Council exists for the purpose of providing the college with views, ideas, and values of students, while at the same time advancing and enhancing the college experience for business students. The purpose and goals of the council are to improve students’ awareness of events within the college, to unify the organizations within the college to attain mutual goals, and to serve as a link between students and the administration. Students of the E. J. Ourso College elect the council during Student Government elections.

    President: Harrison Breaud
    Vice President: Stephen Collura
    Secretary: Samantha Murrah
    Treasurer: Christopher Ringswald
    Senator: Emily Landry
    Senator: Cory Cheramie


     Inter-Business Organization Council Inter-Business Organization Council

    The Inter-Business Organization Council (IBOC) is an organization whose purpose is to unify and organize efforts among the different business organizations; to inform these organizations of events scheduled; and to provide input, advice, and ideas to the Business Leadership Council. The membership is comprised of the presidents from each student organization in the E. J. Ourso College of Business Administration.




    DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS


     Economics/ITF Club Economics/ITF Club
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    The Undergraduate Economics/International Trade and Finance Club serves the needs of students by providing job market information for inquiring employers. The club holds meetings for professional education, occasionally sponsors a "field trip" to visit various businesses on-site, and hosts a social gathering each semester. All interested students are invited to join.



     Omicron Delta Epsilon (Honorary) Omicron Delta Epsilon (Honorary)
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    Omicron Delta Epsilon is one of the world's largest academic honor societies. The objectives of Omicron Delta Epsilon are recognition of scholastic attainment and the honoring of outstanding achievements in economics; the establishment of closer ties between students and faculty in economics within colleges and universities, and among colleges and universities; the publication of its official journal, The American Economist , and sponsoring of panels at professional meetings as well as the Irving Fisher and Frank W. Taussig competitions. Currently, Omicron Delta Epsilon has 578 chapters located in the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Puerto Rico, South Africa, Egypt, France, and United Arab Emirates. With such a broad, international base, chapter activities vary widely, ranging from invited speakers, group discussions, dinners, meetings, etc., to special projects such as review sessions and tutoring for students in economics. Omicron Delta Epsilon plays a prominent role in the annual Honors Day celebrations at many colleges and universities.



     Students in Free Enterprise Students in Free Enterprise
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    SIFE is a global, non-profit organization that is literally changing the world through highly dedicated student teams on more than 1,800 university campuses in more than 40 countries. SIFE offers these students the opportunity to develop leadership, teamwork and communication skills through learning, practicing and teaching the principles of free enterprise, thereby improving the standard of living for millions in the process. Guided by distinguished faculty advisors and supported by businesses around the globe, SIFE Teams teach important concepts through educational outreach projects, including market economics, entrepreneurship, personal and financial success, and business ethics to better themselves, their communities and their countries. Each year, SIFE competitions are held worldwide, drawing together thousands of students and business leaders to pay tribute to these extraordinary educational outreach projects.




    DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE


     Student Finance Association Student Finance Association
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    The Student Finance Association (SFA) is an informative support group for finance students and faculty. Activities are designed to encourage students to socialize with fellow students, faculty members, and economists in the business community. The society also offers assistance with job searches and graduate school information.



     Student Real Estate Association Student Real Estate Association
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    The Student Real Estate Association is an organization that aims to provide connectivity, education, and guidance to students interested in the real estate industry. The Student Real Estate Association's goal is to promote awareness of career opportunities in the business-related areas of real estate. The association strives to promote the development of skills and knowledge beneficial to employment and investment opportunities in the real estate field. These goals are achieved through contacts with professional personnel from local real estate businesses and associations. Through its efforts, the SREA yields a supportive network of students with the singleness of purpose to prosper in the real estate industry.



     Masters Student Finance Association Masters Student Finance Association

    The Masters Student Finance Association (MSFA) is an organization designed to provide a network of communication and information for current and future graduate students, as well as graduate faculty. The main goals of MSFA are to provide a link between students and financial professionals in an effort to increase awareness of employment opportunities, become more involved in the community through service projects, and enhance overall knowledge and understanding of sophisticated financial markets. The organization also helps to ease the transition for undergraduate students entering the graduate program and to increase the camaraderie among the students currently in the program. With the dedication of its members and advisors, the MSFA will serve to connect all current and future LSU students, faculty, and alumni with an interest in the field of finance.




    CENTER FOR INTERNAL AUDITING


     Internal Audit Club (Graduate) Internal Audit Club (Graduate)
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    This club is open to graduate students with a concentration in internal audit. The purpose of the club is to prepare students to pass the Certified Internal Auditor Examination (CIA). The club also enables students to gain useful insight from practitioners.



     Internal Audit Club (Undergraduate) Internal Audit Club (Undergraduate)
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    This club is open to undergraduate students with an area of interest in internal audit. The purpose of the club is to prepare students to pass the Certified Internal Auditor Examination (CIA). The club also enables students to gain useful insight from practitioners.




    DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS & DECISION SCIENCES


     Association for Information Technology Professionals Association for Information Technology Professionals
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    AITP is the largest professional management association in the country. The organization provides an atmosphere in which students can learn more about the world of information processing and what will be expected from them as a professional in the field. Professional meetings with speakers are combined with social occasions for a well-rounded organizational agenda. Membership is open to students of all majors. To join, please send an email to one of the officers.

    AdvisorRudy Hirschheim



    RUCKS DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT


     Sigma Iota Epsilon (Honorary) Sigma Iota Epsilon (Honorary)
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    Sigma Iota Epsilon (SIE) is an honorary and professional management fraternity. Its general purposes are to encourage and recognize scholastic excellence and to promote cooperation between the academic and applied areas of management. The Department of Management began sponsoring a chapter of this fraternity in 1994. To be a member as an undergraduate, a student must have a 3.0 grade-point average; for a graduate student, a 3.25 grade-point average is required.



     Society for Human Resource Management Society for Human Resource Management
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    The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is a professional organization with both executive and student members. Membership provides access to major human resource publications, as well as the opportunity to interact with practicing managers. Guest speakers, field trips, and career planning/placement assistance are typical SHRM activities.




    DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING


     Mu Kappa Tau (Honorary) Mu Kappa Tau (Honorary)
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    Mu Kappa Tau exists to encourage and recognize scholarship and high academic accomplishment among marketing students and to stimulate interaction and the exchange of ideas between members. Other goals include promoting the advancement of education in marketing, fostering integrity in the conduct of a marketing career, and bringing marketing professionals and students together on the basis of mutual interest.



     Pi Sigma Epsilon Pi Sigma Epsilon
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    Pi Sigma Epsilon (PSE) is the only co-ed nationally recognized professional organization in marketing, sales, and management. PSE members participate in planning, organizing, leading, and implementing a variety of projects, ranging from simple fundraising to complex marketing. They also partake in professional development programs, sessions, and activities that help prepare them for their careers. Members gain a business advantage for life as they grow professionally and learn from experience.




    MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION


     MBAA MBAA
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    The MBA Association strives to create an atmosphere conducive to the professional and personal development of its members. Its purpose is to provide members the opportunity to succeed by: becoming involved in the surrounding community, creating opportunities for the enhancement of professional skills, building relationships outside of class with fellow students, and developing a strong alumni network.

    President: Andrew Decker
    Vice President: Zachary Landry
    Secretary: Erika McManus
    Treasurer: Patrick Haggerty
    Communications Chair: Rachel Pierson
    Social Chair: Mallary Morvant
    Philanthropy Chair: Stephanie Bissell
    International Chair: Dheeraj Singireddy
    Recreations Chair: Christopher Magee


     National Association of Women MBAs National Association of Women MBAs
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    National Website

    NAWMBA at LSU is a local chapter of the National Association of Women MBAs, a not-for-profit national organization dedicated to empowering women MBAs and graduate women in business in order to propel more women into leadership positions in corporate America and to enhance the diversity of the nation's workforce.

    President: Lexi DeBrock
    Executive Vice President: Alisha Faulkner
    Vice President - Events: Kim Wyatt
    Vice President - Finance: Ruchika Shah
    Vice President - Philanthropy: Kayla Frey



    MASTERS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION


     Public Administration Institute Student Association (PAISA) Public Administration Institute Student Association (PAISA)
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    The Public Administration Institute Student Association (PAISA) is a professional student organization for students in the public administration program. PAISA provides professional and social activities for students to meet with professional public administrators and political leaders, as well as enhances student-faculty relations. PAISA also provides information regarding career opportunities in the field of public administration. The ultimate purpose of PAISA is to enhance the learning environment for all M.P.A. students and provide information regarding career opportunities in the field of public administration.



     Pi Alpha Alpha (Honorary) Pi Alpha Alpha (Honorary)
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    Pi Alpha Alpha shares offices and staff with the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration. NASPAA is a professional education association dedicated to the advancement of education, training, and research in public policy and administration. The Association's membership consists of the undergraduate and graduate education programs in public affairs and administration of more than 250 academic institutions in the United States. Affiliated with NASPAA are many federal, state, and local government agencies, university public affairs and administration programs in other nations, and national public interest groups all of whom share a concern for improving the quality of public management.