Student Clubs

Accounting Club

St. Mary's University Accounting Club gives you the latest information about the CPA exam, career opportunities and meetings with recruiters. The Club coordinates office visits to many businesses so you can meet recruiters before your professional interview.

American Marketing Association

The St. Mary's University Chapter of the American Marketing Association fosters scientific study and research in the field of marketing. It aims to improve the methods and techniques of marketing research, develop better public understanding and appreciation of marketing problems, encourage and uphold sound, honest practices, and to uphold the highest ethical standards in marketing operations.

President: Rachel Hernandez AMA Blog
Adviser: Dr. H. Richard Priesmeyer

Association for Information Technology Professionals

The student AITP chapter fosters a better understanding of the vital business role of information technology. It also teaches students about the relationship between information technology and management and lets students network with other IT professionals. Students in ISM, CS, and CIS at the graduate or undergraduate level are encouraged to participate. St. Mary's University AITP student chapter is supported by the San Antonio chapter of AITP, the South Central region of AITP, and AITP at the national level.

Adviser: Dr. Monica Parzinger or Dr. Doug Hall

Beta Alpha Psi

Beta Alpha Psi recognizes academic excellence and complements members’ formal education by providing interaction and networking among students, faculty and professionals. 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 and information systems. Potential employers know that when they see Beta Alpha Psi on a resume, they are getting the best! 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.

President: Courtney Schuetze
Adviser: Dr. S. Sam Sedki

Beta Gamma Sigma

Beta Gamma Sigma is the international honor society serving business programs accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the highest recognition a business student anywhere in the world can receive in a business program accredited by AACSB International.

Delta Sigma Pi

The Lambda Upsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Pi is a professional fraternity that fosters the study of business in universities. It encourages scholarship, social activities and the association of students for their mutual advancement and to further a higher standard of ethics and culture.

President: Delissa Villa
Adviser: Professor Guillermo Martinez

Finance Club

The purpose of the Finance Club is to accomplish three goals. First, to expand awareness of the professional careers in the field of Finance. Second, to provide a network between club members and local corporations for possible internships, employment and mentorships. Finally, to engage in community service to.

International Business Club

The International Business Club enhances your knowledge of the global business arena. The primary objectives of the Club are to provide its members with: (1) a platform for educational, professional and cultural exchanges; (2) a forum for intellectual debate, discussion, and presentation of current topics of global significance; (3) opportunities to network with executives and professionals; and (4) opportunities to participate in community and civic projects.

These are achieved through lectures and presentations by high-ranking business executives, field trips, weekly professional presentations, discussion of current topics, fund raising and community service projects.

President: Thania Godinez Parra
Adviser: Dr. Jeffery Johnson

M.B.A. Association

The purpose of the MBA Association is to improve educational, social and business opportunities in the MBA program through interaction with members, faculty, alumni and the business community. It encourages academic excellence and student expression; provides a vehicle for the informal aspects of graduate expression; aids new members in scheduling and planning; conducts activities conducive to the welfare of the graduate student; and supports the values of St. Mary's University.

Students in Free Enterprise

Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) brings together a diverse network of university students, academic professionals and industry leaders around the shared mission of creating a better, more sustainable world through the positive power of business. By contributing their talents to projects that improve the lives of people worldwide, SIFE participants are demonstrating that individuals with a knowledge and passion for business can be a powerful force for change.