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week of February 17, 2009

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Select Career Services Job Postings

  • Caveat Emptor Capital
    • MBA Internship – Investment Management
    • Resume Submission: Ongoing
  • Deloitte (On-Campus Recruiting; Expires 2/19)
    • Tax Summer Internship
    • Business Valuation Summer Intern
    • Mentor Program Participant
  • NEOPOST (Expires 3/4)
    • Business Analyst
    • Financial Analyst
    • Manager, Leasing Operations
    • Senior Tax Accountant
    • Tax Accountant
    • Web Manager
  • Scott-Mason, Ltd.
    • Investment Banking Intern-Research focused (Expires 3/4)
  • Ardour Capital Investments
    • Renewable Energy - Equity Research Internship (Expires 2/18)
  • Stryker Orthopedics
    • Product Manager (Trauma Marketing) (Expires 3/3)

Deming Management Club: Develop Your Communication Strategy
Tuesday, February 17, 6 - 8pm
Lowenstein Cafeteria Atrium
Open to students and alumni. If you want to get a job, you need to develop your communication strategy. Susan Mach, Ph.D. will share a real-world, practical approach to landing a great job. Susan, of Mach Creative Services, is a leading communication trainer, coach and strategist. FB Direct.

Communication and Leadership: Lessons for Business: A Conversation with Prof. Brent Ruben
Friday, February 20, Noon
South Lounge, Lowenstein
Dr. Ruben is the author or editor of more than 40 books and 100 book chapters and journal articles on communication processes and functions in individual, interpersonal, health, organizational, intercultural and educational settings. Seating is limited. RSVP by Feb. 16. centercomm@fordham.edu

Modernizing the Financial Regulatory Structure
Friday, February 20, 9am - 5pm
New York University School of Law- Vanderbilt Hall
40 Washington Square South, Greenberg Lounge
Distinguished scholars, business lawyers and regulatory governors will speak, including Mr. Thomas C. Baxter, Jr., General Counsel and Executive Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of New York, and Mr. H. Rodgin Cohen, Chairman, Sullivan and Cromwell LLP. The Symposium will cover topics such as Risk Management, Banking Regulation, and Sovereign Wealth Funds. The symposium is free to students who register before 9am on Feb. 20th. RSVP: justin.lee@nyu.edu.

Interview Technique Workshop
Saturday, February 21, 11am - 12:30pm
South Lounge
The interview is your opportunity to sell yourself to a potential employer. With so many types of interviews the process can be overwhelming. Come learn about the different interview styles and receive valuable guidance on some of the most challenging questions. RSVP on Symplicity.

Negotiations Workshop
Wednesday, February 25, 11am - 12:30pm
McMahon 109
Understand how to talk to employers about what your experience and education is worth. Learn what you need to consider when thinking about negotiating an offer. RSVP on Symplicity.

MEA Presents the MBA at HBO On-Site
Wednesday, February 25, 6:00 - 7:00pm
MEA media and entertainment alliance invites you to participate in the MBAs at HBO on-site event, featuring Andrew Goldman, VP Program Planning and Scheduling, HBO/Cinemax. This event is limited to 25 students. RSVP on FB Direct.

NYSSA: Sustainable Investing: The Art of Long-Term Performance
Thursday, February 26, 5:30 - 7:45pm
Sustainable Investing: The Art of Long-Term Performance is a new book written by international leaders in the field that thoroughly explains sustainable investment (history, evolution and mainstreaming); how to select sustainable companies and investments (screening criteria, indices, and indicators); the changing corporate landscape towards corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental sustainability; investment analysis and performance, and changes in capital markets. Please click here for more information.

Flaum Leadership Lectures: Phylis Esposito
Thursday, March 5, 6:00 – 8:00pm
(one hour discussion - networking reception to follow)
Parker Meridien Hotel, 119 West 56th Street
(between 6th & 7th Aves)
Phylis Esposito, President of Esposito Consultant Group and first woman trader at CitiBank, will share her experiences in leadership and talk about ways each of us can overcome the lack of leadership in today’s business environment. RSVP on FBDirect or email ccameron@fordham.edu. This event is part of the Flaum Leadership Lectures, which are generously supported by Sander Flaum of Flaum Partners, Inc.

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My Education

February 2009 Calendar

Feb. 16
University Closed President’s Day

Feb. 20
Additional session for Monday classes due to President’s Day

Economics Roundtable: Understanding the Current Crisis
Monday, March 2, 5:30 - 7:30p.m.
12th Floor Lounge, Lowenstein
Moderator: Dominick Salvatore, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor and Chair of the Department of Economics
Participants will include the following GSAS alumni:
T. Dessa Glasser, Ph.D., Chief Risk Officer, Bunge Andrea Merenyi, Managing Director, Ambac Assurance Corporation Joseph P. Quinlan, Managing Director and Chief Market Strategist, Bank of America Alberto Sanchez, Head of Strategy for Americas, Banco Santander. Please click here to visit to register for this event.

CPAexcel’s 10th Anniversary Scholarship Drawing
The deadline for entering is midnight Thursday, March 5th, 2009. The drawing will be held on March 6th. 250 scholarships will be awarded, each covering the full cost of a CPAexcel Online Video Self Study Course for all 4 parts of the CPA Exam. Please click here to visit.

Student Volunteers Needed
Prof. Werner and Prof. Stoner are seeking interviews with current GBA students that attended undergrad at a Jesuit institution. Email kcariello@fordham.edu if you are interested.

Communications Department Graduate Assistant Needed
The Communications Department is looking for a graduate assistant during the spring trimester. This 10-hour per week assistantship would begin in early March. He/she will be primarily responsible for helping prepare for this year’s GBA Diploma Ceremony. The G.A. will also be required to work on the day of the ceremony (Tuesday, May 19) and therefore cannot be a graduating student. Email kmorgan@fordham.edu for more information.

NSHMBA 2009 Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs is how you afford your MBA! The 2009 application will be available online from February 1 through April 30, 2009.  NSHMBA provides financial assistance to outstanding Hispanics pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent. In 2008, over $1.4 million in financial assistance was awarded to students around the country, aiding them in beginning or completing their degrees. For eligibility and program guidelines, please visit: NSHMBA Scholarship

Latin America and Caribbean students:
The Leo S. Rowe Pan American Fund

These highly subsidized loans are made with the understanding that upon completion of their studies, beneficiaries commit to repay the loan in full and return to their home countries to apply their knowledge and training to the economic and social advancement of the developing countries within the Americas.

  • Supplementary aid of up to US$15,000 (for living expenses, tuition, or emergencies not covered by their principal source of finance)
  • Applications are accepted and reviewed year-round –there are no deadlines.
  • Loans are granted for graduate and undergraduate studies.
  • Scholars, researchers, and professionals are also eligible for exchange programs and professional development courses lasting minimum one academic semester.
  • Easy access to loan application forms and instructions are on-line at: www.oas.org/rowe

Turnaround Management Association’s Carl Marks Student Paper Competition
Visit www.turnaround.org for complete program details and the entry package. The Carl Marks Student Paper Competition recognizes outstanding student achievement in the field of corporate renewal. This program presents an excellent opportunity for students to showcase their ideas and research to members of the corporate renewal industry.

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My Community

Fordham BHMBAA - Salsa Night!
Saturday, February 21, 10:30pm - 2:00am
Gonzalez & Gonzalez, 625 Broadway
No Cover, no sneakers, boots, baggies, team jerseys, or hats. Live Salsa Band 11:30pm & 1:15am
DJ Charlie 10:30pm – 4am. RSVP: FBDirect.

NSHMBA NY Kick-Off Party
Tuesday, February 24, 6:00 - 9:00pm,
Gonzalez & Gonzalez, 625 Broadway
Come hear about each of the exciting events and initiatives we have planned for the year while networking with NSHMBA members, senior Hispanic business leaders and our corporate partners. Become active and support the chapter this year. Please click here for more information.

NSHMBA: Leadership Opportunities
As the largest chapter in the country with over 600 members, the New York Chapter announces two open board seats (VP, Marketing and VP, Technology) and is seeking qualified members to join the leadership ranks. If you are interested in applying or need more information, email a resume to evp@newyork.nshmba.org with your name and the board position title in the subject header, along with a letter of interest highlighting the extent of your involvement in NSHMBA previously and/or involvement in organizations with similar objectives by February 20, 2009.

Student Business Cards
You now have the opportunity to order business cards.  If you are interested in having GBA business cards, please click here to place your order with Dash Printing:

  • Home address is not included on the cards for your privacy.
  • Cards must use your fordham.edu email addresses.
  • If you have a dual concentration, separate the two by typing in an "and" or a "&".
  • Please be certain to review your proof before submitting your order.
  • Your order is placed when you hit "Send" even though you will not receive a confirmation email.

The order you are placing is for 500 cards at a cost of $50 plus $3 shipping.  Email gradbusiness@fordham.edu with questions.

Student Volunteers Needed
The admissions team is requesting volunteers among the current student population to help promote the Fordham MBA at the monthly information sessions. Any interested students should contact Cynthia Perez, Director of Admissions, at 212-636-6200 or perez@fordham.edu

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  • "My Career" - Career Services seminars, information sessions, and events connecting you to alumni and business leaders
  • "My Education" - Add/drop deadlines, graduation information, courses
  • "My Professors" - Faculty and staff accomplishments, interviews, notices
  • "My Community" - Social and non-career oriented events
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We welcome your continued feedback, which you can always send to gsbnews@fordham.edu. We hope you enjoy this issue and find new events to enhance your education here at Fordham Graduate School of Business.


Warm regards,
Celia Cameron


Special Announcement:

Claim your ID to register for classes!
Fordham University, including the Graduate School of Business, is moving to a new IT platform that will affect class registration and other IT access. To ensure you can register for classes this March, you must claim your new ID. Please click here to claim your new ID. If you have any problems claiming your AccessIT ID, please contact the University Help Desk at 718-817-3999, or via email to helpdesk@fordham.edu.

Student Business Cards

Fordham Black & Hispanic MBA Association's 5th Annual Banquet 'Transitions: Moving to the Future'
April 18, 2009, 6-11 PM
SAVE THE DATE for a night of networking, including a keynote address and banquet dinner.

 

 


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