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All
students in the Business and Accounting Division are encouraged to participate
in student organizations. Benefits from involvement in a student organization
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Networking on a local, regional and national level
• Enhancing professional development by attending organization meetings
• Interacting with employers and entrepreneurs who recruit at regional and
national level
• Internship opportunities
• Awards and scholarships for outstanding performance
• Acquiring communication and leadership skills
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The
following student organizations are currently active. |
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• Students
in Free Enterprises (SIFE). Mission is to provide students opportunity
to make a difference and to develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
through learning, practicing, and teaching others the principles of free enterprise.
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• Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). Students receive
practical training in income tax procedures and electronic filing by IRS and the
faculty at Miles. VITA is a community service program in which students assist
low-income taxpayers in income tax filing. |
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• Internship.
This program allows students to obtain practical experience while enrolled in
school. |
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• Senior
Seminar. Various business workshops and seminars provide student opportunities
to interact with entrepreneurs and business professionals. |
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• Student
Chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA). The Chapter
helps students acquire leadership skills, provides opportunities for informal,
personal contact with professionals for networking and placement. |
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• Student
Chapter of the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA). The
Division of Business and Accounting is a member of NABA. The National Association
of Black Accountants represents the interests of African American in the field
of accounting, auditing, business, consulting, and finance and information technology.
At its core, NABA works diligently to encourage and cultivate interest among minority
youth in accounting and finance profession.
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