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The American Marketing Association (AMA) Chapter at the University of North Georgia offers exciting and relevant opportunities to support and assist marketing students both educationally and professionally. We are affiliated with the International AMA (AMA.org) and also the Atlanta AMA Professional chapter.  The AMA offers professional development, networking, and competition opportunities, along with a great community of peers and leaders to help advance Marketing careers.

As a member of The American Marketing Association (AMA) students can take advantage of the AMA Collegiate membership and all its national benefits, programs, and career resources. Additionally, students will participate in local 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ AMA monthly events and programming, to help boost skills and expand networks. AMA students can expect:

Additionally, there is an annual AMA International Collegiate Conference each spring, which provides tremendous opportunities for students to compete in numerous strategic planning, sales, and/or digital marketing competitions, along with a national marketing job fair and impactful renowned speakers in the field of marketing – offering a great opportunity for aspiring marketers.

For more information on the AMA in the Mike Cottrell College of Business here at 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ, see , the page, or feel free to contact the 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ AMA Faculty Advisors.

ALPFA (Association of Latino Professionals for America) is a national nonprofit organization providing professional development workshops and career resources to our members. With a dynamic network of over 100,000 professionals and students, ALPFA provides unmatched access to professional development, mentorship, and community.

Build Professional Connections
Connect students with professionals, employers, alumni, and other ALPFA chapters through networking events, speaker panels, and mentorship opportunities.

Develop Career Skills
Help students prepare for internships and careers through resume reviews, interview preparation, LinkedIn workshops, and recruiting guidance.

Celebrate Culture and Community
Organize events that celebrate Latino cultures, strengthen student belonging, and encourage collaboration with organizations across 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ.

Create Leadership Opportunities
Give students practical experience through chapter leadership, committee participation, event planning, and community involvement.

Expand Access to Opportunities
Share internships, scholarships, professional-development programs, conferences, and opportunities from ALPFA Atlanta and ALPFA National.
ALPFA provides career fairs, networking events, and mentorship opportunities to all members. This organization is open to anyone interested in elevating their professional life, and the organization was created to address the lack of opportunities and visibility for Latinos and Hispanics in their industry.

Learn more about the 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Chapter at our and learn more about ALPFA as a national organization at . Contact Shawn.Athanasios@ung.edu for more information.

Beta Alpha Psi is the international honorary and service organization for accounting and finance students. Beta Alpha Psi provides (a) opportunities for developing technical and professional skills to complement the business curriculum within the Mike Cottrell College of Business, (b) participation in University community and regional community service, and (c) extensive interaction among students, faculty, and financial information professionals.

Members must attain and maintain a cumulative major and overall GPA of at least 3.0 and engage regularly in professional development and community service activities. Beta Alpha Psi events are open to all students.

Participation in Beta Alpha Psi events allow students to earn the meritorious Certificate of Professional Development in the Mike Cottrell College of Business even if they do not meet the GPA requirements for full Beta Alpha Psi membership.

For more information on the University of North Georgia Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi, contact faculty advisor Lisa Nash.

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.

Last semester, juniors and seniors in the top 10% of the class were invited to join. Students are given the opportunity to hold leadership positions and participate in activities that further academic achievement in the study of business.

For more information on the University of North Georgia Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma, contact faculty advisor Ruohan Wu.

Enactus is a community of student, academic, and business leaders committed to using the power of entrepreneurial action to transform lives and shape a better, more sustainable world.

Guided by academic advisors and business experts, the student leaders of Enactus create and implement community empowerment projects around the globe. The experience not only transforms lives but also helps students develop the kind of talent and perspective that are essential to leadership in an ever-more complicated and challenging world.

Participation in Enactus provides students within the Mike Cottrell College of Business the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in local, regional, and international communities, while gaining experience, skills, and contacts necessary for their career.

In addition to these learning opportunities, students in the Mike Cottrell College of Business have a long-standing track record of success in the regional and national competitions of Enactus.

The 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Enactus team has won over 60 Regional and National awards, including Regional Champion and placement in the National Championship for the past 20 years.

In 2009, the 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Enactus team was named one of the top 5 teams in the USA, China, and France in Teaching Financial Literacy by the Goldman Sachs Foundation. Team members were recognized at an Awards Dinner at the World Cup held in Berlin, Germany.

Most recently, the Enactus team earned a top-30 finish in the quarterfinal round at the U.S. National Championship in Cincinnati, placing first-runner-up to the eventual national champion. The team was also named one of three finalists in the Wal-Mart's Women's Empowerment Project Partnership and one of the top eight finalists in the Campbell's Let's Can Hunger Project Partnership.

For more information about the Mike Cottrell College of Business Enactus team, contact Lu Xu.

Hundreds of college students in teams across the United States and Canada compete in 10 Regional Ethics Bowl competitions each fall. The teams argue and defend their moral assessment of some of the most troubling and complex ethical issues facing society today. Questions address a wide array of topics in business and professional ethics, in personal relationships, and in social and political affairs. The competition focuses on selected cases developed by the Association for Practical and Professional Ethics. In the competitions, students demonstrate their ability to:

• understand the facts of the case;
• understand principles involved in the case;
• present an effective argument on how the case should be resolved;
• and, respond effectively to challenges put forth by the opposing teams as well as the panel of expert judges.

Former Ethics Bowl students consider this one of their most important college activities and one that they carry forward into their professional and personal lives.

For more information or to get involved, contact Rose Procter.

It is impossible to imagine a world without real estate and real property. The Real Estate Club at 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ is a dynamic community of people interested in how people use, finance, develop, design, and define the built environment. The interdisciplinary nature of real estate requires the Club to look beyond the university with professional involvement from the real estate industry, including lawyers, developers, agents, financial analysis, and corporate leaders to discuss how to become successful. From buying a house to purchasing large office towers in the city, the real estate club has something to offer every student. Our goal is to provide a real estate support network for collaborative opportunities long after graduation for anyone who engages with real estate markets. That means everyone! Contact jamest.young@ung.edu for more information.

Student Club at the University of North Georgia offers programming to dive deep into core concepts like production, transportation, inventory, warehousing, and system optimization, empowering you to excel in this dynamic field. We connect you with industry experts, faculty mentors, and professional associations, forging crucial relationships that bridge the gap between academia and real-world opportunities. Join us and build a rewarding career in logistics and supply chain management, one network connection and insightful workshop at a time. 

For more information on the L-SCM club in the Mike Cottrell College of Business here at 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ, contact any Logistics and Supply Chain Management faculty member. 

Business Professionals in all business functions and disciplines utilize sales skills on a regular basis. The mission statement of the 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Sales Club is: "We help the Mike Cottrell College of Business students of all majors build professional skills and networks." The 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Sales Club is a student-run organization led by elected Club Officers and supported by members of the MCCB faculty and staff advisors. 

The 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Sales Club offers programming to support and assist students pursuing the Sales concentration in their business major and those students interested in enhancing their sales and networking skills.  The Club plans and sponsors guest speakers, panels and networking events during each semester which expose students to the range of employers hiring for sales positions and what those positions entail. Because of this exposure to employers, many of the students involved with the 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Sales Club are able to get internships and job offers from the employers who support MCCB and the Club. Students who participate in the 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Sales Club also have the opportunity to earn PROS credits needed for graduation. 

Contact Christine.Summers@ung.edu or Josh.Singerman@ung.edu for more information. 

The 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Women in Technology (WIT) campus chapter provides opportunities for our student members to gain exposure and access to women professionals in STEAM careers. Through our regular meetings and special events, 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ students take advantage of opportunities for job shadowing, mentorship programs, hackathon competitions, industry professionals as guest speakers, and scholarships. 

Founded in 1992, Women in Technology (WIT) empowers girls and women at every stage of their STEAM careers – from the classroom to the boardroom. WIT utilizes its programs, connections, volunteer opportunities and events to enable the development of the WIT community through recognition, thought leadership and foundation efforts. WIT is driven to help women and girls write their own stories of success throughout the full lifecycle of their careers and continued evolution as STEAM leaders in Georgia. 

Anyone can join this organization! Women in Technology (WIT) campus was originally formed to help support women pursuing a technology degree. However, you do not have to be a woman to support women in getting their degrees and to benefit from membership opportunities. Everyone is welcome to join! You can join through 91ÇÑ×ÓÊÓƵ Connect or for more information, please contact one of the faculty advisors, Denise McWilliams or Mingyuan Yan.

The University of North Georgia Investment Club provides students with hands-on experience in equity analysis, portfolio management, and disciplined investment decision-making.

Students participate in managing a real investment portfolio, gaining exposure to financial analysis, valuation, and stock selection through collaborative research and formal stock pitches.

Supported by the University of North Georgia and industry partners, the Investment Club utilizes professional tools such as the Bloomberg Terminal and regularly hosts finance professionals who share insights into careers in investment management and corporate finance.

Membership is open to all students and offers opportunities for leadership development, networking, and experiential learning within the undergraduate finance program. For more information contact Young Ha Ki at youngha.ki@ung.edu.