Looking to get involved? Students in the School of Management can choose to pursue
extra-curricular opportunities with a variety of student association groups, SOM groups,
SOM scholar's groups, and business fraternities and sororities. There are countless
opportunities for students in SOM to network, grow their leadership and communication
skills, and prepare for their future careers.
- SOM Scholars Programs
- SOM Student Clubs
- Binghamton University Student Association Groups
- Greek Life Professional Fraternities & Sororities
SOM Scholars Programs
EY Student Leaders Program
The EY Student Leaders Program recognizes and provides opportunities for emerging transformative leaders – leaders who are purpose-driven and bring out the best in themselves and others.
Students will develop a mindset to analyze and innovate while thinking and acting globally. The program will provide opportunities to develop leadership skills through purpose discovery and professional networking.
Contact: eyslp@binghamton.edu
PwC Scholars
The PwC Scholars Program, the Honors program of Binghamton's School of Management, is focused on developing future leaders through academic excellence, professionalism, community service/fundraising, and unique networking opportunities. Highlights include an annual ten-day international trip, a $10,000-$20,000 self-funded community service project, a speaker series featuring prominent business leaders, and much more.
Contact: pwcschlr@binghamton.edu
Transformational Leaders Program
The three-year Transformational Leaders Program is designed to promote successful professional trajectories for students who are underrepresented and/or facing economic barriers by providing unique personal, academic, and career development opportunities tailored to individual needs. To be considered for the program, applicants must be a first-year or transfer student who is underrepresented and/or facing economic barriers and are currently accepted into or enrolled in the School of Management. Applications for fall open in July, while applications for spring open in December.
Website: binghamton.edu/som/student-resources/transformational-leaders.html
Zurack Scholars Program
The Zurack Scholars Program is an opportunity for sophomore students, of exceptional merit with a strong interest in investment banking. The program integrates activities of the Zurack Trading Room (Bloomberg Terminal), finance society, quantitative finance/finance programs of the School of Management with majors from Harpur and Watson to prepare students for positions in the investment banking industry. Upon completion of the program, participating students are prepared to compete for jobs at the best investment banking firms.
Contact: Olivia Pasquale, opasquale@binghamton.edu
SOM Student Clubs
Association for Supply Chain Management (APICS)
Association for Operations Management is Binghamton University's first supply chain management organization. Our club is focused on giving students a professional network, by providing plant tours, workshops, competitive events, and providing the knowledge and ability to advance your career.
Contact: apics@binghamtonsa.org
Consult Your Community
Consult Your Community (CYC), is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that inspires communities into action. As the first CYC chapter at Binghamton University, we offer pro bono, hands-on consulting services to local businesses in the Binghamton area. Through semester-long, skills-based consulting projects we mobilize college students to leverage their education, digital fluency, mentorship networks, and knowledge as customers to empower small business owners and drive change in their communities.
Contact: binghamton@consultyourcommunity.org
Website: https://consultyourcommunity.org/
Dean's Mentoring Program
The Dean's Mentoring Program is dedicated to fostering the professional development of outstanding freshmen and sophomores by leveraging the resources of successful upperclassmen mentors, professionals, recruiters, alumni and the Dean. The program runs in the spring semester. Students can apply in the fall semester.
Contact: dmp@binghamton.edu
DECA
DECA is a student-driven organization that prepares students for careers by integrating skills learned in the classroom into real-world experiences. Collegiate DECA conferences and other activities give students unique access to internships, scholar- ships, competition and professional networking.
Contact: binghamtondeca@gmail.com
Entrepreneur Connect
Entrepreneur Connect brings together those with unique skills and perspectives with one another to drive and motivate the next generation of innovators at Binghamton. Our goal, as the premier entrepreneur group on campus, is to bridge the gap between growing entrepreneurs and available resources. To achieve this, we match students to like-minded peers, alumni, competitions and the Koffman Incubator, and provide collaborative spaces on campus.
Contact: ecclub@binghamton.edu
Website: https://thekoffman.com/club
Binghamton University Student Association Groups
Accounting Association
Accounting Association at Binghamton University is a professional student organization that provides experiential learning to all students pursuing a career in accounting field in School of Management. Its mission is to provide accounting-related information, tools and insights, and aspires to become one of the best resources in pre-paring members for success in their future careers.
Contact: accountingassociation@binghamtonsa.org
Web: facebook.com/bingaccounting
Actuarial Association
The Actuarial Association's primary goal is help students obtain the skills needed to prepare them for a career in the financial services industry or as an actuary. We invite insurance companies to host information sessions, hold professional development workshops (such as technical skills training), and offer several actuarial exam resources.
Contact: actuarial@binghamtonsa.org
Business, Entertainment, Advertising & Media (BEAM)
BEAM is a student organization at Binghamton University that was started in 2016. The club focuses on combining aspects of business, entertainment, advertising, and media, so that our members immerse themselves into a hands on digital media experience where they are creating, sharing, and marketing online content. Members will learn useful content creation and editing skills to prepare them for careers in some of the most exciting media industries. Since Binghamton has no major in communications, public relations, or advertising, BEAM offers students interested in those areas an opportunity to pursue them.
Contact: beam@binghamtonsa.org
Business Fashion Society (BUBFS)
The Binghamton Business Fashion Society is an organization for students who have an interest/passion in the fashion industry. Members will have the opportunity to network and connect with professionals in the industry, gain career advice and industry knowledge and have opportunities to apply to various internships/full time positions. The purpose of this organization is to bring together students with creative minds and a love for the fashion industry, and to open their eyes to the endless amounts of opportunities that are available that they might not be aware of. The Binghamton Business Fashion Society is open to all majors and gives members opportunities in the industry to learn, connect and network.
Contact: bubfs@binghamtonsa.org
Binghamton University Finance Society
The Binghamton University Finance Society is a forum for motivated students to share
knowledge about the world of finance. Our primary focus is to assist members in developing
a professional network, finding internships and learning technical finance in order
to pursue careers in the investment management and investment banking industries.
Furthermore, students will build on material learned in class by applying qualitative
and quantitative analysis to solve case studies and implement research projects on
an individual and collaborative basis. Students will have the unique opportunity to
develop a professional development strategy tailored to meet their career aspirations.
Contact: bingfinancesociety@gmail.com
Website: bingfinance.org
The Binghamton University Investment Fund is a student run investment club that manages a half million dollar portfolio donated to the School of Management. The fund provides students with the opportunity to gain real life investing experience. The purpose of the program is to teach students how to perform fundamental research of equities and provide exposure to successful alumni in front office finance. Anyone who is interested in pursuing a career in front office finance is highly recommended to apply.
Contact: bingfinancesociety@gmail.com
The Women in Finance Development Program is an educational mentorship program that aims to teach underclassmen women about financial skills and concepts. This eight-week program is designed to inform high potential female underclassmen interested in finance about the intricacies of the industry and pair them with high achieving upperclassmen and professional mentors. It focuses on professional development and workshops ranging from Bloomberg Terminal skills, technical and fundamental valuation analysis to professionalism. Participants will also have the opportunity to learn about different careers within the finance industry through networking and presentations. Each mentee will be paired with an upperclassmen mentor that has been successful in her pursuance of front office finance. Mentees will also have the opportunity to network with professionals in a variety of roles within the finance industry. The program aims to provide a complete and comprehensive program experience for all participants
Contact: bingwomeninfinance@gmail.com
Binghamton Information Systems Club
Information Systems Club is an official Information Systems Audit and Control Association student chapter that was formally recognized in 2016. Open to all majors, our purpose is to explore the crossroads of technology and business, as well as empower students and expand recognition of IT Audit and Assurance, Security and IT Governance disciplines, by extending education beyond the classroom.
Contact: informationsystems@binghamtonsa.org
Binghamton University Marketing Association (BUMA)
BUMA is Binghamton's only marketing club. Group members are dedicated to learning
about various areas within marketing through speakers and networking events.
Contact: marketingassoc@binghamtonsa.org
Binghamton University Real Estate Society
The Binghamton Real Estate Society is committed to providing students with an in-depth
understanding of the real estate market, from residential to commercial properties.
Join us for insightful discussions, workshops, and lectures that will broaden your
knowledge and keep you current on the newest trends and advancements. We believe in
experiential learning. As a result, we provide interactive experiences such as property
tours, real estate investment simulations, and case studies. Put your knowledge to
use and learn practical skills that will set you apart in the competitive real estate
market. Networking is essential in the real estate market, and our society provides
unique access to a private alumni network. We've developed good working connections
with notable real estate firms and corporations. As a member, you'll have direct access
to internship and full-time job opportunities, allowing you to get started in your
real estate career.
Contact: bres@binghamtonsa.org
Data Science & Analytics Club
The primary purpose is to provide interested students with the opportunity to learn more about the fields of Data Science and Analytics. Additionally, the club will facilitate student-led tutorials on technical skills, host competitions in data science, and work with on and off campus groups and individuals to bring Data Science to Binghamton University, through research, and seminars. The group will advocate on behalf of the undergraduate student body for a major in Data Science.
Contact: datascience@binghamtonsa.org
Management Consulting Group (MCG)
MCG is a student-led professional development organization focused on providing students with a holistic understanding of the management consulting industry and the tools necessary to succeed in the recruiting process at top consulting firms. Members will have the opportunity to participate in workshops, competitions and networking events to position themselves for a successful career in the field. Web: mcgbinghamton.com
Contact: consulting@mcgbinghamton.com
Web: mcgbinghamton.com
National Association of Black Accountants (NABA)
NABA addresses the needs of minority students interested in the various management disciplines, and promotes the development of skills and talents central to successful careers. The group facilitates the students’ transition from high school to college, undergraduate to graduate, or academic to corporate environments.
Contact: naba@binghamtonsa.org
Product Management Development Program (PMDP)
The Product Management Development Program is an organization for students who want to foster their interest in product management. The purpose of this organization is to give students an interactive learning experience within the industry. Members will also have the opportunity to network with professionals in the field. The PMDP welcomes all majors and gives members opportunities to learn, connect and network within the industry.
Queer Leadership Advancement (QLA)
The Queer Leadership Advancement is centered on helping LGBTQ business students prepare for the professional world by inspiring confidence and promoting the development of professional skills through advocacy. We are a safe place for LGBTQ business students and can help provide mentorship to them.
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
SHRM is a national organization with over 250,000 members and 450 student organizations. This organization will give students the opportunity to gain insight and knowledge about the human resources field.
Contact: shrm@binghamtonsa.org
SOM Community Service Committee
The Community Service Committee aims to connect Binghamton University students across all majors to community service opportunities in an effort to build a better Binghamton. We allow students to work alongside community leaders and connect with peers to foster a better relationship between Binghamton University students and the greater Binghamton area.
Sports Management Group (SMG)
Sports Management Group is a professional student organization that provides students pursuing a career in sports management the experience and opportunities necessary to be successful upon entering the workforce. Through case competitions, networking calls, resume development, interview preparation, and bi-weekly seminars on different aspects of sports management, students will develop a complete understanding of the field. The organization also runs fantasy leagues and intramural sport teams for its members as well as a unique head to head March Madness Case Competition. Since Binghamton has no major in sports management, the organization is open to students of all majors.
Contact: smg@binghamtonsa.org
Student Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Committee
The goal of the Student Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Club is to lead diversity and culture initiatives for students to feel represented, supported and valued. In this capacity, the Committee Members and Executive Board Members will lead its own DEI initiatives, collaborate with other student organizations on related efforts, and offer recommendations to the faculty/staff SOM Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging Committee to ensure students contribute their voices to the conversation around diversity and inclusion in SOM.
Contact: dib@binghamtonsa.org
Women in Business (BWiB)
Binghamton WIB the only female-oriented business organization at Binghamton University. Our mission is to instill confidence and drive in female students to pursue challenges and to enrich and diversify the workplace. WIB believes that it is crucial to facilitate communication among females to foster leadership and success.
Contact: WinB@binghamtonsa.org
Instagram: @bu_wib
Greek Life Professional Fraternities & Sororities
Delta Sigma Pi (DSP)
Delta Sigma Pi exists to stimulate the study of business in universities, promote closer affiliation between students and professionals, and foster a higher standard of commercial ethics. The Kappa Lambda chapter at Binghamton, chartered in 1981, is the largest professional group on campus and represents students in all areas of business.
Contact: deltasigmapi.bing@gmail.com
Social: Instagram, Facebook
Website: https://www.binghamtondsp.com/
To learn more about SOM clubs and organizations, contact:
Matt Fedorchak
Student and Employer Relations Coordinator
School of Management
