Student Organizations

Faculty Advisor: Cameron Chambers | cchamb3@gmu.edu
Student President: June Park | jpark274@gmu.edu 

Our mission is to support students by providing resources, peer mentorship, and real-world applications that connect with data analytics and emerging technologies. We aim to achieve this through:

1. Hosting workshops, speaker events, case competitions, and other structure learning opportunities.
2. Providing hands-on experience with industry-relevant tools, such as computer software and languages.
3. Supporting student development through resume building, peer tutoring, LinkedIn coaching, and other career-focused initiatives.
4. Assisting the business community through database design and project-based learning.

Mason360: https://mason360.gmu.edu/aaa/home/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DOcPOECjkpJ/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaa-mason/about
 

Faculty Advisor: Bret Johnson | bjohns37@gmu.edu

The Costello College of Business Honors Program is a school-wide program that provides highly motivated Business students with an enriched academic experience integrating curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular development. The program provides many opportunities, both academic and professional, for students who meet the qualifications. Honors program participants will have the opportunity to interact closely with faculty in informal settings, visit employer sites during special honors program field trips, take an honors capstone course, and include their résumé in special honors program communications with key employers.

Faculty Advisor: Mark A. Ingram | mingram@gmu.edu
Student President: Alina Alam | aalam23@gmu.edu 

The Accounting Society was established at George Mason University in 2011 to prepare a diverse group of business students for the Accounting and Financial Services fields. Since our inception, we have organized events that enable our 450+ members to build professional relationships that lead to advancements in their careers.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional practice by providing opportunities for networking, mentorship, and career development. We strive to cultivate leadership, ethical responsibility, and a spirit of collaboration within our community, preparing our members to succeed in a dynamic and competitive business environment.

The Accounting Society is open to students of all ethnicities, academic standings, and majors.
Accounting Society at Mason website
Instagram: @accountingsocietyatmason
LinkedIn: Accounting Society at Mason

Faculty Advisor: Christine Landoll | clandoll@gmu.edu 
Student President: Aiden Rush | arush8@gmu.edu

Alpha Kappa Psi is the largest CO-ED Professional Business Fraternity on GMU Campus, as well as nationally. We are an organization that strives to build on the necessary leadership and professional skills for the future in the workplace. Our Brothers have landed prestigious internships with companies like KPMG, JP Morgan, PWC, Deloitte, EY, and more through the network, growth opportunities, and workshops that AKPsi has to offer. We accept all majors and genders. 
Alpha Kappa Psi website 
Instagram: @gmuakpsi

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Faculty Advisor: Laura Carrubba | lcarrubb@gmu.edu
Student President: Antonio Martinez | amart62@gmu.edu 

At ALPFA GMU, our mission is to equip students with the skills, mentorship, and opportunities needed to excel in the professional world. Through leadership development, networking, and career-building experiences, we strive to bridge the gap between ambition and achievement.
Association of Latino Professionals for America website
Instagram: @alpfagmu
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alpfagmu
Mason 360: https://mason360.gmu.edu/ALPFA/club_signup

Faculty Advisor: Leila Austin | laustin6@gmu.edu 
Student Chair: Khaled Alkurd | kalkurd@gmu.edu 

Be the Change is a student-run organization focused on connecting business with community service and sustainability. The club's activities and goals align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The club originated from the George Mason Costello College of Business program called Impact Fellows, and Be the Change is now expanding to students who are interested in becoming sustainable business leaders! Be the Change has participated in environmental clean-up efforts around Mason with Student Government. They also assist women's shelters through clothing donations and are looking to expand into upcycling and other creative mediums to assist with gender inequality and environmental sustainability!

Faculty Advisor: Ethan Kinory | ekinory@gmu.edu
Student President: Khaled Alkurd | kalkurd5@gmu.edu

Founded in 1919, Beta Alpha Psi is an honor organization for financial information students and professionals. There are over 300 chapters on college and university campuses with over 300,000 members initiated since Beta Alpha Psi's formation. All of our chapters are AACSB and/or EQUIS accredited. Activities include frequent meetings with presentations by members of the accounting and financial services professions. Visit our Mason Chapter website for more information about upcoming events and how to apply.
Beta Alpha Psi website 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bap.gmu/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bap-gmu/
 

Beta Gamma Sigma is a scholastic business honor society. Membership in Beta Gamma Sigma is the highest recognition a business student can receive in an undergraduate or master’s program at a school accredited by AACSB. Each year, the top ten percent of juniors, the top ten percent of seniors, and the top twenty percent of master’s students are invited to join the society. Membership provides ongoing, tangible benefits throughout one’s career. Visit our website for more information.
Beta Gamma Sigma website

Faculty Advisor: James B Pulley | jpulley2@gmu.edu
Student President: Joshua Melendez | decagmu@gmu.edu

George Mason DECA is a student organization that strives to develop emerging leaders and entrepreneurs by empowering students to be academically prepared, community oriented, professionally responsible, and experienced in the fields of marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Our members develop skills and competencies in areas such as leadership, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Through networking, competitions, and professional development workshops, our students are prepared for college and career success.
Collegiate DECA website 
Instagram: @gmudeca 

Faculty Advisor: Sophia Marshall | smarsha@gmu.edu
Student President and Chancellor: Matthew Giop | mgiop@gmu.edu

We are a co-ed business fraternity trying to reinstate ourselves again at George Mason. We hold professional events, fundraisers, and networking opportunities for business students.
Instagram: @dspatgmu

Faculty Advisor: Thomas R. Robinson | trobin30@gmu.edu
Student President: Nitish Kommoju | nkommoju@gmu.edu

At the Financial Planning Association at GMU, we aim to educate, empower, and connect students with careers in financial planning. We provide students with hands-on experience in financial planning, partner with industry professionals through networking, workshops, and guest speaker events, and host financial literacy events to ensure students can enter the workforce prepared. Join us to expand your network, learn about the field, connect with industry professionals, and launch your career in financial planning!
Financial Planning Student Association website
Mason360: https://mason360.gmu.edu/fpagmu/home
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fpagmu
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpa_gmu
 

Faculty Advisor: Katie Rosenbusch | krosenbu@gmu.edu 
Student President - External Affairs: Rakibul Alam | ralamani@gmu.edu

We serve the Northern Virginia community by providing pro-bono consulting to local businesses, non-profits, and organizations. Our members use their skills to tackle real-world challenges and deliver creative, impactful solutions.

Client for 2025-2026: Fairfax City Economic Development

Mason360: https://www.mason360.gmu.edu/mcclub/home/

 

Faculty Advisor: Harvey Singer | hsinger@gmu.edu 
Student President: Khoi Vu | kvu25@gmu.edu 

The mission of The Mason ISOM Association (MISOMA) is to guide students interested in the Business and Technology related fields through their Academic and Professional careers. We accomplish this through the events we hold each semester for our members.
Mason360: https://mason360.gmu.edu/misoma/home/
 

Faculty Advisor: Derek Hortsmeyer | dhorstme@gmu.edu
Student Finance & Operations President: Abigia Abebe | aabebe2@gmu.edu

Launched in 2018, the Montano Student Managed investment fund is an all-equity investment fund that is administered by a select few finance students at George Mason University. Students who are selected to become officers are tasked with managing a $460,000 portfolio, gifted by Trevor Montano (B.S. ’00). Their responsibilities include monitoring portfolio risk, staying informed of macroeconomic and industry specific trends, and presenting the annual report of fund performance to the Board of Trustees. The Montano Student Managed Investment Fund offers students a unique opportunity to expand their network, sharpen their skills, and further build their knowledge of finance through real-world application.
SMIF website

Faculty Advisor: Peggy Tsirigotis | etsirigo@gmu.edu
Student President: Yohanna Hawaz | naba@gmu.edu

NABA George Mason University Student Chapter seeks to address the professional needs of its members while building leaders that shape the future of the accounting and finance profession. NABA-GMU holds a high interest in students who possess a strong sense of civic responsibility, a desire for excellence both inside and outside of the classroom, as well as those who are interested in promoting opportunities for minorities in the fields of accounting, finance and other business related professions.
National Association of Black Accountants website 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naba_gmu/
Mason360: https://mason360.gmu.edu/NABA/club_signup
 

Faculty Advisor: May Abou Ghazaleh | mabough2@gmu.edu
Student President: Eli Hamidzada | ihamidza@gmu.edu

Established in 2022, the Award-Winning, Real Estate Association is George Mason University's first and only Registered Student Organization focusing on the profession of Real Estate and it's practices. Working closely with George Mason's Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship, we aim to start a powerful tradition of helping students strive and excel into the competitive global world of Real Estate. In 2023, George Mason University's Real Estate Association was an Distinguished Quill Award Winner and named the New Student Organization of the Year by University's Student Involvement Office. Former RSO Guest Speakers include Executives from the Washington Commanders, Marcus & Millichap, and more!
Mason360: https://mason360.gmu.edu/rea/home/
 

Faculty Advisor: Cindy Parker | cparker8@gmu.edu
Student President: Eli Hamidzada | ihamidza@gmu.edu

The George Mason University - Society for Human Resource Management Student Chapter (SHRM) is a registered student organization that connects students with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world’s largest HR professional association. Our mission is to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application, empowering students to become future leaders in human resource management.
Mason360: https://mason360.gmu.edu/shrm/home/
 

Members of the Student Leadership Council serve as the voice for students in the College of Business. We strive to connect students, administration, staff, and faculty to create a partnership in their experience in and out of the classroom. Members of the SLC also assist in recruitment events held by the College of Business.

Faculty Advisor: Kamaljeet Sanghera | ksangher@gmu.edu
Student President: Akanksha Ashok Padheriya | apadheri@gmu.edu

Women in Business at Mason aims to improve professional and personal skills and network within and outside of the Mason community. Additionally, the purpose of this organization is to provide a space where individuals feel safe to express their identity, interests, and opinions without judgment. Lastly, the organization’s purpose is to connect members with recruiters, offering opportunities for internships, informational interviews, and full time offers. Women in Business at Mason’s mission is to inspire and empower students, with a focus on women, who are majoring, minoring, or interested in the world of business.
Women in Business website