Beta Alpha Psi (BAP)

About Beta Alpha Psi

Founded in 1919, Beta Alpha Psi is an honor organization for financial information students and professionals. There are over 300 chapters on college and university campuses with over 370,000 members initiated since Beta Alpha Psi's formation. All BAP chapters must be accredited members of AACSB, ACBSP, EPAS, EFMD or EQUIS. BAP is not a fraternity or sorority but an honors organization.

Purpose

The purpose of Beta Alpha Psi is to engage with members, industry and educational institutions associated with the Beta Alpha Psi Professions to:

• Motivate, recognize and celebrate academic excellence
• Facilitate workplace readiness, employment, credentialing, mentoring, networking and lifelong learning
• Foster a commitment to ethics, service, belonging, and environmental, social, governance-responsible practices
• Advocate for the benefits of education, practice, credentialing and partnering associated with the Beta Alpha Psi Professions
• Support the shaping of the relevant and successful evolution of education, practice and credentialing associated with the Beta Alpha Psi Professions

Membership Benefits

Professional Reputation

Beta Alpha Psi is recognized and respected by the business community as a premier collegiate organization. The reputation of Beta Alpha Psi can open doors to outstanding career opportunities in the fields of finance, accounting, business analytics or digital technology. Potential employers know that when they see Beta Alpha Psi on a resume, they are getting the best!

Bonding Through Activities and Service

As a member of Beta Alpha Psi, you will have ongoing opportunities to participate in campus and community service activities. Service activities include participating in fund raising projects for charity, voluntary tutoring and assisting in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.

Communication Skills

Through numerous chances to make presentations at local high schools and introductory college classes, as well as at annual and regional meetings, Beta Alpha Psi members will develop strong communication skills.

Scholastic Achievement

Academic excellence is not only welcomed, it is expected. Beta Alpha Psi requires its members to maintain at least a 3.0 GPA.

Mentors

At many chapters, each Beta Alpha Psi member has a mentor. In the mentor program, Beta Alpha Psi alumni are assigned to new members and pledges, so you can benefit from their experience and advice. Their support can also help you maintain a high level of academic achievement. The Beta Alpha Psi mentor program ensures someone will always be there for you throughout your college career and beyond.

Enhanced University Experience

Membership in Beta Alpha Psi is a wonderful and rewarding way to meet like-minded people who share many of the same goals and interests that you do.

Networking Opportunities

Members are also able to develop professional friendships and relationships through various networking activities. These include field trips to companies and firms, attending joint meetings with professional organizations, and service activities.

Future Contacts

Overall, Beta Alpha Psi is a tremendous way to interact with professionals and future professionals from whom you may later wish to seek employment. It is also a great way to develop strategic contacts and relationships with faculty members who can provide good potential job sources and references.