Douglas D. Schumann Library & Learning Commons: Business Management: Professional Development

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Co-Ops & Careers

Co-Ops are a great opportunity for Wentworth students to explore their interests and showcase their skills. All undergraduate day students must complete two co-op semesters in order to graduate.

Please see our Co-Op & Careers Library Guide below:

Careers + Co-ops Library Guide

Professional organizations often host job boards full of opportunities for students, recent graduates, and seasoned professionals. Please see below to find organizations relevant to your interests.

Professional Associations/Organizations

The Conference Board
The Conference Board is a nonprofit that conducts economic and business management research, publishing widely recognized economic indicators in their Trusted Insights.

Management

American Management Association (AMA)
AMA is an international, nonprofit, membership-based association that provides a broad range of resources for individuals and organizations focused on ethical business practices and high-quality products and services.
Financial Management Association International
The Financial Management Association International (FMA) is a global leader in developing and disseminating knowledge about financial decision making.

Project Management

Project Management Institute
"We serve practitioners and organizations with standards that describe good practices, globally recognized credentials that certify project management expertise, and resources for professional development, networking and community."

Facility Management

International Facility Management Association
IFMA is the world's largest and most widely recognized association for facility management professionals, supporting over 20,000 members in more than 100 countries.

Economics

American Economic Association
The American Economic Association includes over 20,000 members from academia, business, government, and more.

Entrepreneurs

National Federation of Independent Business: The Voice of Small Business
The National Federation of Independent Business is the leading small business association representing small and independent businesses. A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization founded in 1943, NFIB represents the consensus views of its members in Washington and all 50 state capitals.
U.S. Small Business Administration
The Small Business Administration connects entrepreneurs with lenders and funding to help them plan, start, and grow their business.

Accounting

Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA)
AICPA is the most influential body of professional accountants, , representing 689,000 members, students and engaged professionals in public and management accounting and advocates for the public interest and business sustainability on current and emerging issues.
Massachusetts Society of CPAs
The Massachusetts Society of CPAs is the state’s premiere professional organization with more than 11,000 members in public accounting, industry and business, government and education.