WHO WE ARE

Accounting Society

Accounting Society (AS) is the segment of our organization open to students from all majors, academic levels, and disciplines whose members make up the bulk of our membership. New to CSULB? Have not yet taken an upper-division course? Considering a career in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field, but not sure what it's all about? Start here. Accounting Society is a fantastic place to build your professional portfolio, make connections, grow friendships, and develop yourself as a student, a professional, and a person.Membership in Accounting Society grants you access to Meet the Firms, our biggest professional event, as well as all of our socials, speaking engagements, firm tours, and professional development workshops. Accounting Society is seen as the stepping-stone for those interested in Beta Alpha Psi, but in order to pledge for BAΨ, students must meet the minimum requirements outlined in the How to Join - Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) page.

Beta Alpha Psi - BAΨ

Beta Alpha Psi is an international honor and service society for Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems students. Founded in 1919, the purpose of BAΨ is to recognize outstanding academic achievements, promote the study and practice of financial information professions, provide opportunities for self-development, and encourage ethical leadership, social awareness, and public responsibility. Many business professionals you will meet as a student had their roots in BAΨ. More information can be found on the BAP International website. Our chapter, designated as Gamma Omega, was founded by the late Muhammed Moustafa in 1972. Forty-five years later, our chapter has maintained its Superior Chapter status by exceeding the requirements set forth by the BAΨ National Headquarters. In order to join the organization, students must undergo a semester-long pledging process outlined in the How to Join - Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) page.

History

Established in 1972, Beta Alpha Psi & Accounting Society has served a pivotal role in the development of its members. Our organization is one of the busiest student-operated organizations on campus; completely operated by members who simply want to give back. On average, 72 events per year are operated by the chapter; ranging from twice-a-week speaking engagements to social events and community service, our chapter offers a great amount to its members and to the community. Designated as the Gamma Omega Chapter, our organization maintains a superior standing with Beta Alpha Psi International. In addition, our chapter, along with Beta Alpha Psi Pomona, co-hosted the Beta Alpha Psi Western Regional Conference in the Spring of 2014.

Our Mission

We, the members of Beta Alpha Psi & Accounting Society, in our mission to be responsive to the needs of a dynamic accounting profession, shall encourage and foster the ideals of professionalism, encompassing all that Beta Alpha Psi stands for: Scholarship, Integrity, and Sociability. We shall promote the highest ethical standards; encourage membership interaction between the business community, alumni, instructors, and fellow students; instill a sense of social and public responsibility; facilitate opportunities for self-development and leadership; and continue governing ourselves as an international honors organization in preparation for our chosen profession.