Business students, expand your professional networks by joining our honour society
Are you studying accounting, finance, business analytics or information systems? You need to know about Beta Alpha Psi (BAP), an internationally recognised honour society that focuses on professional development for high-achieving students pursuing a career in these areas.
Founded in the US in 1919, Beta Alpha Psi currently boasts over 300 chapters and 300,000 members worldwide. Deakin is one of nine universities in Australia to host a chapter.
Joining Deakin’s BAP chapter opens doors to exclusive platforms and offers experiences that transcend the classroom and prepare you for a robust career ahead.
Read below about some amazing opportunities current BAP members have recently had.
Hear Deakin BAP members stories
2024 BAP Oceania Mid-Year Meeting
Deakin BAP members and co-presidents Adyant Modi and Sukhmani Sahota and their faculty advisor Dr. Iliyas Yusoff recently attended the 2024 BAP Oceania Mid-Year Meeting in Auckland, New Zealand. This event was a testament to the power of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
Showcase your excellence in handling operations and professional relationships
As the Deakin BAP chapter’s first-ever entry in the Best Practice Competition, the team showcased their operational excellence and innovative approaches to professional relationships.
Sukhmani found that ‘a key lesson we learned was the importance of standing out. Teams that dared to take unconventional approaches were the ones who ultimately won. This experience underscored the value of originality and creativity in competitive settings’.
Network and develop your skills with industry professionals
The meeting was also a rich environment for networking and professional development. Participants engaged with industry leaders from organizations like MYOB, CAANZ, PwC New Zealand, and KPMG New Zealand.
One of the most impactful sessions at the 2024 Oceania Mid-Year Meeting was led by Anna Dryer, Education Manager at MYOB. Her discussion on imposter syndrome resonated deeply with the Deakin BAP delegation, offering valuable insights into this pervasive issue.
Dr. Yusoff found Anna’s presentation thought-provoking. He reflected, ‘Imposter syndrome is a deeply personal and often challenging experience that many of us grapple with at various points in our lives. It breeds a constant fear of being “found out”, leading us to downplay our achievements or shy away from opportunities for fear of failure or judgment’.
Apply your skills to real-world consulting projects
The hackathon activity with the New Zealand Cancer Society was a standout. This hands-on event allowed students to apply their skills to real-world consulting projects, making a tangible difference in the community. Adyant said, ‘teamed with students from other chapters allowed us to collaborate and apply our knowledge to actual consulting tasks and a chance to take on real world challenges.’ Dr. Yusoff noted, ‘By leveraging the diverse talents and perspectives of student participants, the activity fostered creativity, collaboration, and innovative problem-solving’.
Like the sound of it? Join Deakin BAP!
‘Representing Deakin University at Beta Alpha Psi’s Mid-Year Meeting was a transformative experience that enriched our personal and professional development,’ says Sukhmani.
Become a part of Deakin’s BAP chapter and make your own contribution to a legacy of excellence and innovation. We’re not just a student organisation; we’re a powerhouse of opportunities, a catalyst for personal growth and a launchpad for international collaborations.
We’d love for you to join BAP! To be eligible, you need to:
- be a current Deakin Business School student, not in your final trimester, who is enrolled in an accounting, finance, business analytics or information systems course or major
- have a WAM of 70 or over. (calculate your WAM).
If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
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