Question 1

What Is The Financial Management Association (FMA)?

Accepted Answer

The Financial Management Association is a student-led organization at CSULB’s College of Business. Our mission is to enrich students’ college experience by providing opportunities for students to develop professionally, academically, and socially. FMA primarily does so by giving its members opportunities to interact with finance industry professionals allowing them to build and grow their network at school.

Question 2

Do I Need To Be A Finance Or Business Major To Join FMA?

Accepted Answer

Not at all! FMA WELCOMES ALL MAJORS and anyone who would like to become a part of our network of current students and alumni! We are always more than happy to bring people from different backgrounds to become part of our network.

Question 3

Do I Need To Be A Paid Member To Be In FMA?

Accepted Answer

Non-paid members are more than welcome to attend FMA events. Please keep in mind there may be fees and costs associated with attending our events.

Question 4

Do I Need To Attend All The Meetings To Join FMA?

Accepted Answer

If you ask any of our members they always say the same thing, “You get as much as you put in.” Although meetings are not mandatory, we strongly encourage you participate as much as you can in order to make the most of what we have to offer you as a member.

Question 5

Who Is The Finance Department Advisory Board (FDAB)?

Accepted Answer

The CSULB Finance Department Advisory Board (FDAB) is a volunteer organization dedicated to supporting the Finance student population and working with the Chair of the Finance Department on various focus areas. The board has 20 members from various industries such as aerospace, entertainment, real estate, and investment management. You can get to know them on the "FDAB Board Members" page from the FMA Resources page!

Question 6

How Do I Join FMA?

Accepted Answer

Follow fma_csulb on Instagram
Join our Discord
Go on our website to purchase your membership package. You won’t be disappointed!
Make sure to keep an eye out for announcements of any upcoming events!

Question 7

Why Should I Join FMA?

Accepted Answer

FMA has been built with the idea of helping students grow academically, professionally, and socially. The way FMA does it is through countless events and workshops every week for our members that include:
	1. Workshops
Guest Speaker Series
Finance Workshops
Career Readiness Workshops

2. Dinner with Professionals
	3. Firm Visits
	4. Social Events
	5. Community Service
	6. And more!

Question 8

How Much Is FMA?

Accepted Answer

For the Fall 2024 semester:
General Membership Package – $44.99
Food will be provided to paid members during our workshops
Eligibility to apply for the Finance Department Advisory Board Scholarship
Eligibility to participate in the various activities hosted by FMA
Dinner with Professionals
Firm Visits
And more!

Question 9

How Do I Get Involved In FMA?

Accepted Answer

For the best experience, become a paid member and attend as many workshops and social events that your schedule allows. Once you understand and embody FMA’s mission and vision, if you would like to get involved as an Executive Board Member or Executive Director, speak to someone on the executive team and ask how you can join in the future!

Question 10

Do I Have To Pay For Social Events?

Accepted Answer

Our social events do have costs to organize, to supply food and to provide activities. For that reason, all of our social events are pay-to-enter.

CSULB | Financial Management Associaton

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Only $44.99!

Paid Competitions (Monetary Prize!)

Mentorship Program Access & Special Activities

FDAB Scholarship Eligibility

Consecutive Membership Awards

Membership Event Calendar & Networking / Public Association

Member of the Month Eligibility!

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