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My Career
Negotiations Workshop
Monday, January 12th, 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. If you have any issues with Simplicity, please email mbacareers@fordham.edu.
Layoff Survival Guide
Thursday, January 15, 6-8:30 pm
South Lounge
A financial advisor (GBA ‘96), employment attorney (Fordham Law) and career coach (GBA ‘03 ) will hold a panel discussion, followed by Q&A. RSVP or questions: cziczo@fordham.edu
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My Education
January 2009 Calendar
Jan. 05 Classes begin (100% refund begins)
Jan. 12 Last day of 100% refund – OASIS closed for add/drop
Jan. 13 70% refund begins
Jan. 19
Martin Luther King Day – University closed
Jan. 20 55% refund begins
Jan. 23 Additional session for Monday classes due to Martin Luther King Day
Jan. 27 40% refund begins
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
NY Philharmonic Special Offer
The New York Philharmonic is offering GBA students discounted orchestra seating tickets for $25 each. This discount is only available for shows on
January 8th 9th & 10th. If you are interested, please contact Jamie Carr (phone, 212-875-5672 or email, CarrJ@nyphil.org). For concert information, please click here to visit.
Fordham BHMBAA - Spring General Body Meeting
Thursday, January 15, 2009 at 6pm & 8pm
Please join the Fordham Black & Hispanic MBA Association for our 1st meeting of the semester. The 2008-09 Exec Board will introduce upcoming spring events and you will learn how we can make your MBA lives easier! www.fordhamBHMBA.com
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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