[Note: This calendar is updated on a regular basis as new events are approved. All
event details are subject to change.]
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Event |
Location |
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Now until 05/05/2024 |
Faculty Research Presentations-Dr. Cara Peters and Dr. Nick Moellman Duration: 1-1.5 hr | Students must watch the entire video and complete the accompanying quiz. A grade of 80% or better is required to earn BAM credit. Blackboard Organization: CBA Business Acumen Program > Pre-Recorded Videos *Students who attended the In-Person session on 02/28/2023 have already received BAM credit.
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Asynchronous event on Blackboard |
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8/31/2023 |
11:00am |
Resume 101 Description: This is an event hosted by Beta Alpha Psi to help students prepare for Meet the Firms. The focus of the event is on resumes, but Beta Alpha Psi students will also demonstrate different outfits and what they would be classified as (business casual, business professional, or doesn't meet either of these categories). Dr. Richards will present a resume template and resume tips. A couple of the Beta Alpha Psi officers will show some before and after examples of their resumes. Presenter(s): Dr. Hannah Richards and Beta Alpha Psi Members Hosted by: Beta Alpha Psi |
Whitton Auditorium |
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9/12/2023 |
11:00am |
Tuesday's Top Ten Tips: Leadership Traits Description: This is the first topic of an 8-part series over the 23-24 school year that will cover topics for students that will address and provide tips on professional development skills, which will emphasis on leadership skills, strategic thinking around skill building, and personal growth. Please note: You cannot receive credit for a topic that you attended this past Spring semester. Presenter(s): Professor Dave Zatz |
Thurmond 210 |
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9/19/2023 |
11:00am |
Meet the Firms Description: Meet the Firms is a job fair for accounting, finance, and computer information students and recent graduates. This is a time for students to learn about different career paths and internship opportunities with various organizations. Participants include CPA firms, wealth management firms, banks, government agencies, and relevant corporate departments (i.e., internal audit, accounting, tax, and finance). Students are asked to attend dressed in professional or business casual attire, as well as with printed resumes in hand. Register Here Headshots will be available to take and purchase at this event: $15 for 2 pictures | $30 for 3 pictures. Methods of Payment: Cash, Venmo, or Cashapp Hosted by: Beta Alpha Psi |
McBryde Hall |
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9/19/2023 |
5:00pm |
EY Lecture: The Power of Data Analytics in Accounting/Auditing/Business Description: Ernest & Young (EY) professionals will deliver a lecture on the importance of data analytics in business, accounting, and auditing. EY is one of the largest professional services firms in the world and one of the Big Four accounting firms. The firm provides audit, consulting, tax, business risk, and technology and security risk services globally. This will help students learn about the latest trends in technology, software applications, data analysis techniques, as well as career choices and opportunities in this field. Presented by: Ernest & Young (EY) Hosted by: Dr. Adriana Cordis |
Thurmond 210 |
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10/3/2023 |
11:00am -12:15pm |
Tuesday's Top Ten Tips: Leadership Behavior and Tactics Description: This is the second topic of an 8-part series over the 23-24 school year that will cover topics for students that will address and provide tips on professional development skills, which will emphasis on leadership skills, strategic thinking around skill building, and personal growth. Please note: You cannot receive credit for a topic that you attended this past Spring semester. Presenter(s): Professor Dave Zatz |
Thurmond 210 |
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10/3/2023 |
11:00am - 2:00pm |
Fall 2023 Career Fair Description: Winthrop's annual Fall Career Fair is an excellent opportunity for students and alumni to network with employers and explore careers and opportunities, including internships and full-time positions. At the event, students and alumni will also have the opportunity to receive a free professional headshot for their LinkedIn profiles. Professional dress required for all attendees. Hosted by: The Center for Career Devlopment and Internships |
McBryde Hall |
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10/9/2023 or 10/10/2023 |
TBD |
An Evening with Ross Payne: Former Managing Director at Wells Fargo Securities Description: Mr. Payne will speak on navigating corporate America, as well as discuss what it takes to become a successful analyst, in addition to the value of the CFA certification. He will also cover leadership and strategic thinking in the corporate world. Presented by: Ross Payne Hosted by: Philip Gibson |
Virtual (link to be provided soon) |
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10/24/2023 |
11:00am |
Tuesday's Top Ten Tips: Writing Skills Description: This is the third topic of an 8-part series over the 23-24 school year that will cover topics for students that will address and provide tips on professional development skills, which will emphasis on leadership skills, strategic thinking around skill building, and personal growth. Please note: You cannot receive credit for a topic that you attended this past Spring semester. Presenter(s): Professor Dave Zatz |
Thurmond 210 |
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11/14/2023 |
11:00am |
Tuesday's Top Ten Tips: Business Communication Skills Description: This is the fourth topic of an 8-part series over the 23-24 school year that will cover topics for students that will address and provide tips on professional development skills, which will emphasis on leadership skills, strategic thinking around skill building, and personal growth. Please note: You cannot receive credit for a topic that you attended this past Spring semester. Presenter(s): Professor Dave Zatz |
Thurmond 210 |
