The UNL Actuarial Science Club provides students with better understanding of the actuarial
profession and careers, promotes actuarial science in educational institutions, assists students
in preparing for the professional actuarial examinations and fosters close relationships among
students in the common pursuit of an actuarial career.
Students who are actively engaged in extracurricular activities often have the opportunity to
network with business professionals and learn from their real world experience. Participation
in student organizations can also help students build their resume and thus give them advantages
in today’s rigorous job market.
To stimulate interest in agricultural/business related fields. Provides an opportunity
for students to shadow professionals in their field.
Alpha Kappa Psi is America’s oldest, largest and most successful professional business
fraternity since it was established in 1904. Recognized as the premier developer of
principled business leaders, Alpha Kappa Psi continuously strives to build a strong bond
of brotherhood and foster lifelong learning amongst its members. Today, it has expanded to
include 250,000 lifetime members throughout the United States, United Kingdom and Canada.
Qualified candidates:
- Must maintain a 2.5 GPA
- Do not need to be a business major
- Are provided with an instant network with other brothers and businesses around the world
Marketing students wanting to make the most out of their education at CBA may want to consider joining the American Marketing Association student organization.
The UNL AMA Chapter assists students, faculty and marketing practitioners deepen their marketing
expertise, provides exposure to cutting-edge marketing practices and fosters a marketing
community based on knowledge sharing.
Activities often involve guest speakers and forums. Students are also invited to participate in
national contests or case competitions. To help students gain a broader and deeper view of marketing,
marketing professionals are assigned to members as mentors. All marketing majors are encouraged to
join and actively participate.
Beta Alpha Psi is an honorary organization for financial information students and professionals.
The primary objective of Beta Alpha Psi is to encourage and give recognition to scholastic and
professional excellence in the business information field. This includes promoting the study and
practice of accounting, finance and information systems; providing opportunities for self-development,
service and association among members and practicing professionals; and encouraging a sense of ethical,
social and public responsibility.
Beta Alpha Psi is open to all accounting, finance, and information systems students who:
- Are enrolled in a 300 level or higher class in their area of study
- Have been at UNL for at least one semester
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
- Have a GPA of at least 3.0 within their major
The mission of the international honor society Beta Gamma Sigma is to encourage and honor academic
achievement in the study of business, to foster personal and professional excellence, to advance
the values of the society, and to serve its lifelong members.
Recruitment for Beta Gamma Sigma is by invitation only. Invitations are sent out in the spring
semester. Invitations for this organization are based on excellent academic standing. Membership
in Beta Gamma Sigma signals to prospective employers you at the "best in business".
Members benefits include:
- Network with other young business professionals
- Variety of social events throughout the year
- Lifetime recognition as a member of Beta Gamma Sigma
The Big Red Investment Club is dedicated to providing it’s members with hands-on investing
experience. Working in teams, members gain a complete knowledge of financial modeling and both
equity and debt markets.
Compensation:
- Each fall, top individual performers are eligible for a trip to either New York City or Chicago
- Leading teams are selected to enter national competitions
Candidate Qualities:
- Previous investing experience
- Great interest in financial markets
- Business related career path
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical ability
- Works well in teams
The SAB BLC is a newly orchestrated organization within the College of Business Administration.
The board consists of former members of the Business Learning Community who were selected to be
on the board and provide a second-year experience with the two communities. The purpose of the
advisory board is to support the two learning communities within the College of Business, the
Business Learning Community (BLC) and the newly created College of Business Administration
Connects community (CBAC).
The student advisory board has, within their mission have several outcomes:
- Provide support to the two business learning communities including activity support, study sessions
movie nights, game nights, special events
- Fund raising
- Programming including Homecoming, fall and spring community business trips, the Big Event
- Provide for a second-year experience in a community
The College of Business Student Advisory Board represents the CBA student body as a whole.
It exists to promote the functions of the UNL College of Business and promote the general
welfare of the college and its students. Members of the board serve to bring the students'
ideas and concerns to the faculty, staff, and administration.
The CBA Student Advisory Board hosts a variety of events throughout the year. These events include:
- Reading Program
- Dead Week Donuts
- Poppin' Into Finals
- Guest speakers
Student Ambassadors assist with various recruiting events. Proudly representing CBA, ambassadors
utilize creative approaches to better market the college and communicate with prospective students.
Student Ambassadors:
- Practice leadership skills through recruitment events and campaigns
- Build and customize their own personal network inside or outside of CBA
- Receive exclusive invitations to attend prestigious events
We are looking for individuals who are outgoing and are always ready to be put on the spot. If you are
proud of being a part of CBA, please consider sharing your experiences with perspective students by joining
our group.
Seeks to create a network to address issues important to young entrepreneurs, such
as gaining credibility despite youth, developing an awareness of franchising, and
creating an opportunity for networking. Guest speakers include successful entrepreneurs.
Delta Sigma Pi is a co-ed, professional business fraternity organized to foster the study
of business in universities; encourage scholarship, social activity and the association of
students for their mutual advancement by research and practice; promote closer affiliation
between the commercial world and students or commerce, and further a higher standard of
commercial ethics and culture, and the civic and commercial welfare of the community.
Recruitment occurs every semester and Delta Sigma Pi welcomes all business majors. Meetings
are on Monday evenings at the Nebraska Union. Every semester we hold several community service,
social and professional events. Delta Sigma Pi provides members with the opportunity to:
- Form close bonds with fellow students in CBA
- Learn from experienced business professionals
- Utilize an extensive international network of fellow members
Delta Sigma Pi is truly focused on building strong networking skills. Our famous saying is
"You’ll never have a business class without a deltasig in it." Whether you need a tutor for
schoolwork or help finding an internship, Delta Sigma Pi facilitates the growth of every
student's career and business savvy.
Enactus integrates philanthropy and business to make a real difference in our community. We are
looking for passionate, entrepreneurial minded students to create new projects focused on helping
people in-need. Enactus gives students real-world experience of working to solve difficult social problems.
If you want to be a part of this exciting change contact the adviser.
Members of Enactus have the opportunity to:
- Give back to your community and make a difference in the lives of others
- Position yourself as a leader in a very competitive job market
- Meet passionate, driven, fun-loving individuals like yourself
The UNL MBA Student Association is an elected student group that aims to enrich the
business education of Nebraska MBA students. It hopes to foster continual development
of the program through an emphasis on both networking and academic participation.
Events such as football tailgates, golf tournaments and weekly outings are used to bring
the MBA student body together and build meaningful, long-term connections. MBASA also
encourages participation in case competitions of all types to provide students with valuable
experience as they apply lessons learned in the classroom to a competitive setting.
With Nebraska's entry into the academically prestigious Big Ten Conference and a new building
on the horizon, this is an exciting time for the program and its students. The MBASA hopes to
build on that excitement by helping students graduate with the tools and connections they need
to be successful in an ever-changing business environment.
Through NAMA, students learn first-hand from professionals in marketing, advertising,
communications, sales, and promotion about the various career opportunities available
in agri-marketing. Develop personal contacts and working relationships with agri-marketing
professionals. One of the greatest benefits for students is the opportunity to develop
effective managerial, leadership, and presentation skills.
The Multicultural Business Student Association (MBSA) is open to all students. It's purpose
is to provide students with the opportunity to meet other business students, interact with
business faculty/dean, network with business contacts, enhance leadership/communication skills,
and get involved with other business and university organizations. Members of this organization
will have the opportunity to:
- Develop and practice leadership skills
- Gain business connections
- Attend social and networking events
- Participate in business tours
The International Honor Society for Economics – open to undergraduate and graduate
students.
ODE’s main objective is to recognize students of high achievement and to promote
the study of economics. ODE gives you the opportunity for active involvement but
ODE does not require any special commitments.
Membership is open to all students (not simply majors) who have taken at least 12
hours of economics with no grade lower than “B” and achieved an overall cumulative
grade point average of 3.0.
If you are interested in applying, please contact our faculty sponsor, Professor
Thompson (347 CBA, 472-3318) or stop by the Department of Economics office (340 CBA)
and request an application form.
Future Business Leaders of America
Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) is the oldest and largest national organization for students preparing
for careers in business leadership. Members gain the competitive edge for college and career
success.
Members of PBL will have opportunities to:
- Develop and practice leadership skills
- Gain business connections
- Attend social events
- Participate in conferences and competitions
Pi Sigma Epsilon is the only national co-ed fraternity for college students interested
in furthering their sales, marketing and management skills. Students interested
in gaining business experience through marketing group projects and community service
projects are encouraged to join.
The UNL student chapter of SHRM is open to all levels and majors, and provides students with opportunities to:
- Learn more about the HR field
- Network with HR professionals
- Become familiar with goals and the experience of HR club members
- Participate in conferences and competitions
Here are some of the things that its members do as an organization:
- Organize orientations and other socials
- Attend local and national seminars and workshops
- Participate in mentoring programs
- Go on field trips to area organizations
- Participate in research and discussions
- Interact with students from other universities
The Undergraduate Women in Business group is open to all undergraduate students at the university.
The purpose of this organization is to elevate your potential, service and life. Our main objective
is to serve as a resource for students to network and get involved in the College of Business Administration.
We generally hold meetings twic a month with the purpose of providing information and encouragement through
speakers, networking events and social events. The club actively partners with women's groups on campus and in
the community, and participates in several service activities throughout the year.
