Student Clubs and Organizations

The Accounting Society (AS) brings accounting students, professors, and professionals together in business and social environments in order to enhance the skills and knowledge that are necessary to become successful in the field of accounting. We will give you the opportunity to meet recruiters on a first name basis and get your name out in the business world. You will meet people from the top four accounting firms in the US, local CPA firms, government agencies, and accounting departments from large corporations that are eager to meet the future of their company. Along with learning more and having fun, being a part of AS looks great on your resume.

ALPFA (Association of Latino Professionals for America) is a club on campus that helps Latinx business students learn in depth about how they can be successful in their future careers. We provide scholarships for members who can’t pay the membership fee which comes with workshops, guest speakers, career fairs, networking events, and mentorship opportunities along with a national conference every year. ALPFA is a great opportunity for Latinx students to grow as professionals and set themselves up for success in the future.

The Chico State Collegiate Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) is a leading organization on campus for professional development and hands-on marketing experience. They are part of the larger international AMA professional organization which allows them to utilize resources that are not available to other collegiate clubs. As a collegiate chapter of a professional organization, AMA is the perfect resume builder for students focusing on all areas of business, marketing and communications.

The mission of the Association for Women in Business (AWIB) is to empower women through networking and education to take on leadership roles. They provide opportunities for personal growth and advancements in diverse occupations. Most importantly, AWIB strives to achieve equality for women in business.

Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) is an international honorary organization for Accounting students. BAP promotes the study and practice of accounting, provides opportunities for self-development, service and association among members and practicing professionals, and encourages a sense of ethical, social, and public responsibility.

The mission of the Business Informations Systems Society (BIS Society) is to provide students with a way to gain information about industry leaders by meeting directly with company representatives. Guest speakers include faculty, industry leaders, and company recruiters on topics such as employment opportunities, interviewing and resume techniques, course selection, and upcoming events in the academic world. The BIS Society is about networking, learning and having fun.

The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization (CEO) is designed to inspire, motivate and educate the entrepreneurs of Chico State in order to create more opportunities for success. The organization's mission is to provide resources and networking opportunities necessary to foster entrepreneurship, enabling young professionals to launch their ideas by developing and executing new ventures.

Delta Sigma Pi (DSP) is an international co-ed professional business fraternity focused in the field of business, construction management and economics. Delta Sigma Pi is a professional fraternity organized to foster the study of business in universities; to encourage scholarship, social activity and the association of students for their mutual advancement by research and practice; to promote closer affiliation between the commercial world and students of commerce, and to further a higher standard of commercial ethics and culture and the civic and commercial welfare of the community. They have a network of more than 245,000 members from all around the world.

The purpose of the club is to advance student understanding of financial planning as an industry, support career opportunities for financial planning, and connect California State University Chico students to the financial planning industry.

The Graduate Business Association (GBA) is dedicated to providing graduate business students at Chico State with rewarding educational and social opportunities. Founded in 1977 as the MBA Association, it was renamed to the Graduate Business Association in 1986.

The HR Club provides valuable experiences and opportunities for its members to grow personally and professionally. Connections with a group chat for all members to make friends, and community. Enhance professional profiles through workshops on resumes, cover letters, Interview sessions, and gain insights. Collaborations with Career Services and local HR professionals offer guidance and networking opportunities. Trips, embrace community spirit through volunteering events and exciting activities. Academic support, Tutoring, Outdoor adventures and more. With networking events, internship and job placement assistance, and social events and team-building activities. There's something for everyone in our HR club!

Whether you are a seasoned veteran or just curious, the Investor's Club will provide you the opportunity to hone your analytical skills and develop a greater understanding of investments. If you have ever dreamt of early retirement, financial freedom, or a shorter work week then this is the club for you! Discussions and talks by academic and industry professionals cover market conditions, strategy, and investment vehicles such as stocks, bonds, commodities, derivatives, Forex, real estate, and many others. This club is designed to give students with the tools to make sound investment decisions and grow your portfolio to new heights!

The Management Club's mission is to provide a fun, enriching, and experiential environment promoting the development of positive professional and life competencies. The club's main focus is to empower all students interested in management, human resource management, and leadership. All majors are welcome get involved!

The Operation and Supply Chain Management Club offers students an environment in which they can learn, create their own club, and participate in research in the field of Operations and Supply Chain Management. Their goal is to provide Chico State students with real world experience in the field of Operations and Supply Chain Management by bringing them together with alumni and connecting them with large, prosperous employers. 

Phi Chi Theta promotes the cause of higher business education and training for all individuals, fosters high ideas for everyone pursuing a career in business, and encourages fraternity and cooperation among people preparing for such careers.

The Project Management Group (PMG) is a student-run organization designed to foster the discipline of project management and provide students with an unmatched opportunity to gain real-life experience in the field. Working closely with the Project Management Institute and industry professionals, the PMG focuses on networking and professional development by creating an experiential-based learning environment designed to enhance each member’s career potential. We enthusiastically embrace the core values of the College of Business in all our projects, while never forgetting our motto: “On Time and Under Budget.”

The SAP Club offers insights and activities into SAP, the worlds leading business software platform. The club focuses on teaching skills and broadening exposure to SAP with a goal of providing students with a unique SAP experience that will prepare them for the growing demand for SAP professionals in the industry.