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Beta Gamma Sigma

Honor society serving business programs accredited by the AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)



Advisor: Jamie Smith Hall & Stacy Fischler Parrado


Named an Exemplary Chapter for the 2008-2009 Academic Year

This level of achievement qualifies the chapter for the following:

1.   Recognition as an Exemplary Chapter in the Society’s print and electronic publications; certificates awarded at Regional Deans’
      Meetings
2. Eligibility to participate in the Beta Gamma Sigma Matching Funds Scholarship Program during the 2009-2010 academic year.
3. Pre-qualification to participate in the 2010 Outstanding Collegiate Chapter Advisor Competition
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Beta Gamma Sigma is the national honor society for students and alumni of AACSB accredited schools of business administration.  The Rider Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma invites members during each spring semester. Membership is limited to the top 20 percent of graduate students receiving degrees, the top 10 percent of current and recently graduated seniors, and the top 10 percent of juniors.

The Mission of the International Honor Society Beta Gamma Sigma is to encourage and honor academic achievement in the study of business, to foster personal and professional excellence, to advance the values of the Society, and to serve its lifelong members.

The Mission is supported by the five Objectives of the Society. These include:

1. Encourage and honor high academic achievement by students of business and management through chapters in business programs accredited by AACSB International.
2. Foster in Beta Gamma Sigma members an enduring commitment to the founding principles and values of the Society: honor and integrity, pursuit of wisdom, and earnestness.
3. Support the advancement of business thought and practice to encourage lifelong learning.
4. Enhance the value of Beta Gamma Sigma for students and alumni members in their professional lives.
5. Advance the visibility and reputation of Beta Gamma Sigma.

Visit Beta Gamma Sigma’s national website at www.betagammasigma.org.