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Alpfa USC Chapter
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Welcome to the official homepage of ALPFA University of Southern California Student Chapter. We strive for our members to achieve professional growth, relationship building with professionals, service to the community, integrity, and culture.


Announcements

We are excited to announce to you some amazing events for this semester. Most of them provide you great opportunities to socialize and and network with professionals and help you discover your career path! We will provide a detailed schedule later. Come and Join us!


Upcoming Events

1. Sep 5th. Linked You In---Alternative Networking Panel

ALPFA Alternative Networking Panel aims to provide students with an opportunity to learn alternative networking methods and how to successfully build connections in the business world.
Topics for panelists to talk about may include:
Using LinkedIn: building a perfect profile, connecting professionals, etc.
How to make cold calls & reach out through emails, etc.
For more detail, please check out Invitation Letter for Alternative Networking Methods Panel.


2.Sep 19th. All About Accounting Advisory (Panel Event)

While nearly all students are aware of the two major Accounting career paths, Audit and Tax, many students are confused when it comes to what the Advisory career path is in the Big 4 Accounting firms. This event serves to inform curious students what the Accounting Advisory career is by inviting panelists to share on topics such as:Nature of Advisory Services; Day to Day work responsibilities; Why choose Advisory?


You can check out details and application information on the calender page.

Lastly, hope everyone is ready for the new semester!

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Ascend USC chapter is a student chapter of Ascend, which is the premier national, non-profit organization--sponsored by all the Big Four Professional Services Firms--dedicated to enabling its members, business partners and the community to realizing the leadership potential of Pan-Asians in global corporations.

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Ascend USC chapter is one of the largest student chapters nationally, with over 100 members. Students are actively involved in events ranging from professional mentoring sessions to resume workshops and community service opportunities, as well as the annual recognition dinner.

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The Asian American Business Association (AABA) was established in 1982 to bridge the gap between the business students and the Asian/Asian American business community. As a Marshall Student organization, AABA emphasizes professionalism and cultural awareness by providing students with a number of services which include, (but are not limited to) job opportunities, career workshops, corporate events, mentoring and networking events.

Each semester, the organization has grown in its commitment to offer its members the best opportunities to meet the expectations of an increasingly competitive business environment. AABA is the only active undergraduate student business association at the Marshall School of Business with an emphasis on job opportunities for Asian Americans, be it with a company abroad or a global company at home. Although the organization is catered to business students of Asian descent, AABA is diverse in focus and its membership also includes student from different majors, ethnicities, and classes.

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To present to members an array of career enhancement opportunities in an open, professional community,
To provide a fountain of practical business knowledge for entry into business, and
To instill cultural awareness and an international focus in the global economy.

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The USC Asian American Business Association (AABA) is an active student organization that emphasizes professionalism and cultural awareness on campus. As a Marshall organization, AABA has a strong twenty-year history of providing students a number of services—job prospects, career workshops, corporate events, mentoring, and socials. The organization has grown in its commitment to offer its members the best opportunities in order to meet the expectations of a very competitive business world.

http://www.uscaaba.org/join.html

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Our mission is to provide professional development and real world experience by working with clients on a variety of marketing services, ranging from advertising to market research.

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-Internship-like marketing experience
- Unique opportunity to explore different facets of marketing
- Resume and professional workshops with industry professionals
- Consulting training sessions
- Networking opportunities with professionals and AIM Consulting alumni
- Social events to connect with fellow AIM student consultants
- Company tours throughout the semester

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The Black Business Student Association of USC is dedicated to preparing students of all backgrounds and areas of study to succeed in the professional world by providing them with numerous resources and fostering a community for them within the university and beyond.

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Official members of the Black Business Student Organization of USC during the 2015-2016 academic year will enjoy numerous benefits and will be presented with a range of exclusive opportunities throughout the year. To gain access, prospective members must complete their online application, and pay their semester dues ($15) or full-year dues ($20) by joining the organization's page on Marshall's MyCampusGroups site. Once these steps have been completed, official members will:
-have access to all organization events, including career development workshops, academic development workshops, speaker series presentations, social events, and more.
-gain exclusive access to events sponsored by select companies, one-on-one time with recruiters, and financial coverage for the 2015 West Coast NABA Conference.
-receive extended invites to networking mixers with leading companies, other USC student organizations, and other universities during the 2016 spring semester.
-be matched with a Grad Student Mentor in the USC Marshall MBA program during the 2016 spring semester, based on their academic goals and career interests.
receive emails from the E-Board, notifying them of numerous involvement, internship, and full-time position opportunities in the Greater Los Angeles Area and beyond.
-expand their network by becoming a part of an inclusive on-campus community that builds relationships between students of similar career interests and goals.

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Please join Marshall Graduate Affinity Pass to have access to this group:

https://clubs.marshall.usc.edu/AFFINITY/club_signup

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The Business of Entertainment Association (BEA) connects USC Marshall students with careers in the media and entertainment industry through:

- Exclusive events
- In-depth industry education
- Career advisory and preparation
- Mentorship program
- Direct corporate outreach
- Fun social programming!

USC has a long and storied history of producing business leaders in a variety of industry segments, such as Film, Television, Music, Gaming, Theater, and Digital Media.

With the best alumni network in Los Angeles, relationships with the most successful firms in the field, and student-members with diverse firsthand experience, BEA is an unparalleled resource for MBA students interested in working in media and entertainment.

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The Entrepreneur and Venture Management Association (EVMA) is a student-led organization committed to supporting students interested in pursuing career opportunities in start-ups, venture capital, or starting their own businesses. Rather than focus on a specific industry or function, EVMA strives to empower its members to pursue opportunities in dynamic growth phase companies and help members build the network they need to launch their own start-up. EVMA also provides complementary resources in the venture capital and private equity industries for students interested in pursuing alternative asset management careers.

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The EVMA provides its members with access to a dynamic network of entrepreneurs and their ecosystem, with a focus on the start-up and Venture Capital community including the USC family and the Southern California community. Our speaker events, seminars, and resources provide members with an opportunity to learn about the fundamentals, motivations and interrelationships that drive successful endeavors in entrepreneurship.

Our goals include:
-Providing a forum to encourage and foster new ideas and innovations
-Educating students regarding the challenges and issues faced by the venture management community
-Promoting and further strengthening USC's position as the top graduate school in entrepreneurship
-Providing the resources and a network within which student entrepreneurs can flourish

EVMA strives to bring together Marshall students who believe in innovation, not imitation. By putting together entrepreneurially-minded students with various professionals active in the venture management community, EVMA represents a unique resource in your business school experience.

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We provide academic services, student leadership, engagement opportunities, and personal support to full-time MBA students. We strive to create the best possible USC Marshall experience and support each student in realizing their MBA goals.

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The purpose of this organization is to introduce members to supply chain and advance academic topics related to the field of global supply chain management. The organization will provide formal and informal networking opportunities and introduce problem-solving and analysis skills valuable in the field.

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Member-only events: Company Showcases, Access to Industry and Alumni Networks, Case Competitions, Career in Supply Chain Preparation.

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The Graduate Asian Business Society (GABS) is committed to building and maintaining a network that supports those interested in Asian American (AAPI) and Asian community and culture. GABS aims to enhance the Marshall environment by developing forums through which students can network with and learn from AAPI and Asian business leaders and peers. GABS is also committed to providing a strong support network for Marshall alumni, immediately after graduation and beyond through which alumni can stay in touch, share career and business opportunities, and organize reunions.

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Every year GABS hosts many events including but not limited to: GABS Alumni Mixers (meet USC alumni from all industries), Korean BBQ, Lunar New Year Festival, Karaoke night, Asian Vegas Trek hosted by Wharton Business School (and many other B-schools), and UCLA mixers!

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Graduate International Student Club (previously known as ITF) is the official student body for international students at Marshall School of Business. It works as a liaison between international students and the Program Office and is committed to addresses international students' issues and concerns. GISC, through its board members and project managers, ensures that all the issues raised by international students are resolved and addressed in a timely manner.

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GISC provides its members with access to a dynamic student body that works relentlessly to improve international students experience at Marshall. Key goals include:
• Ensure smooth transition of international students to U.S. culture.
• Educate students regarding unique challenges and issues faced by International students.
• Provide the resources and a network within which International students can flourish.
• Promote and further strengthen USC's global diversity and provide a platform for increasing cultural awareness.

Please join Marshall MBA Affinity Pass to have access to this group.

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Our aim is to empower students to pursue a successful and fulfilling marketing career through 3 key pillars:
• Education: Awareness of various career paths and industries, as well as the latest developments in the marketing field with the help of GMA's educational sessions and resources
• Career Development: Refinement and optimization of students' skills as they transition and advance their careers in marketing, across varied industries and marketing roles
• Relationship Building: Meeting and building relationships within the GMA community and the larger marketing network through club resources and events

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The GMA has connections with top marketing companies in the CPG, technology, digital marketing, entertainment marketing, product marketing, retail, beauty and healthcare industries, among others. The GMA works closely with the Career Services Center to give students the tools they need to interview for and land top marketing internships and full-time jobs in Los Angeles and across the country.

Major Events
• Fall Career Night
• Lunch & Learns
• Mentor Program
• Marketing Institute
• Alumni Panels
• Internship & Recruiting Panels
• Interview Coaching
• Resume & Cover Letter Workshops
• GMA Socials with Alumni