Career Options: How to Land a Job in Today’s Market
Friday, January 30, 10:00 – 11:30 am
NYSSA 1177 Ave. of the Americas (45th St.),
2nd Floor
What steps should students take to prepare themselves when entering the job market during these difficult economic times? Understanding the current financial climate, identifying high growth industries, and considering professional certifications are essential for a student attempting to enter the investment industry. Wall Street professionals relay personal experiences and give insights into effectively marketing yourself, networking strategies, and utilizing existing resources to land a job and begin a career. RSVP bstype@nyssa.org or (646)871-3406.
Interview Techniques Workshop
Wednesday, January 28, 6-7:30pm
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. Please RSVP on Symplicity.
Email: mbacareers@fordham.edu
Select Career Services Job Postings
- Quest Diagnostics
Corporate Finance - Summer Intern
Resume Submission deadline 1/30 - Mutual MBA Internship Program Submit Resume ASAP - interviews: Friday 1/30
- Ernst & Young
International Tax Services Intern Northeast Sub-Area
Information Session: Friday, 2/6 - Frontier Communications Manager, Tax Resume submission: ongoing
Access: Voice of the Next Generation (in partnership with FedEx Corporation)
Until February 6, 2009
Net Impact and FedEx would like to invite you, as part of the next generation of leaders, to voice your opinion on the future direction and "net impact" of Access through an essay contest. How will Access impact technology, the environment, the economy, globalization, health, development, and trade? Why is increased Access vital to development? What are the dangers of reduced Access? Most importantly, where will Access take us next? Learn more about the Access essay contest please click here for the link.
Build a Business Case for Responsible Redevelopment
Until February 6, 2009
Fordham Net Impact Club is contacting you today with an opportunity for you to make a tangible impact through business this Spring. Please contact Hammed Adeniyi if you are interested in joining a team for this project. This project is an outstanding opportunity for top students, individually or in teams, to add an impressive accomplishment to your resume; work closely with a leading U.S. Foundation, global corporation, and Net Impact staff; apply business skills to a real world challenge; and, receive funding and recognition for your work! See project pages for details. Application deadlines for projects are mid-February 2009. hadeniyi@gmail.com
Economic Innovators: Generating Social and Financial Returns for a Low Income Workforce (in partnership with The Hitachi Foundation)
Until February 6, 2009
The project will focus on creating an MBA classroom case study on a company that has improved the lives of lower wage workers while increasing its financial returns. The case study will focus on the manufacturing and health care industries, and demonstrate the policies that enable firms to find double bottom line (social and financial) success. hadeniyi@gmail.com
January 2009 Calendar
Jan. 27
40% refund begins
Feb. 03
25% refund begins
Feb. 09
Last day to file an online Candidate for Degree Card for May 2009 Graduation
Feb. 10
0% refund begins
Feb. 16
University Closed President’s Day
Feb. 20
Additional session for Monday classes due to President’s Day
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.
Fordham Asian Business Network
Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 8:00pm
McMahon Hall Lounge Room 109.
The exec board will be discussing events for this semester such as our first corporate diversity event with the Asia Society. Come learn what companies will be attending and continue to expand your network!
Fordham Women in Business - Spring Kick-Off Meeting
Sunday, January 25, 4pm
Second Floor Lounge
Please join Fordham Women in Business (FWIB) for our first meeting of the spring semester.
Entrepreneur Society Meeting
Monday, January 26, 8pm
2nd Floor Lounge
Come join the Fordham Entrepreneur Society for the first meeting of the Spring 2009 semester. We will discuss:
- Available Leadership Positions
- Upcoming Events
- Business Plan Competition Questions
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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