Willamette University

Career Management

Regional, National, International MBA Career Conferences

2012 Regional Conference:

NW MBA Career Conference | February 1, 2013 | Portland Convention Center

Our joint NW MBA Career Conference features a typical Career Fair hosted by the AACSB accredited MBA programs in the Northwest, typically Willamette, University of Oregon, Oregon State University, University of Portland, Portland State, Washington State and University of Washington. In addition to the typical career fair, the day also includes lunch for employers and a series of panels for students. 2012 participants included Aequitas Capital Management, AXA Advisors, Banfield Pet Hospital, Blount Intl, Inc, Boly Welch Consulting, Cambia Health Soluctions, Ecova, FBI, Gallup, Hitachi Consulting, Kaiser Permanente, Leupold Stevens, Mercy Corps, NBMBAA Portland, Norrthwestern Mutual, NSHMBA, OR Sec of State Audits Divisio, PCC Structurals, Point B, Portland General Electric, RV Kuhns & Assoc, Slalom Consulting, Tektronix.

2012 National Conferences:

National Conferences provide MBA students with the opportunity to get face-to-face time with recruiters from hundreds of the largest, top organizations. Only registrants can post their resumes at the conference job board, meet recruiters at receptions, and build their professional network. Registrants can volunteer to save money or receive a discount. Note: Anyone can attend any conference, regardless of ethnicity or race. For questions, contact the Career Management office.

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NAAMBA Conference (National Association of Asian MBAs) | September 13-15, 2012 | Santa Clara, CA

The conference theme this year is Tomorrow's Leaders Today.   NAAMBA’s core mission is to empower and advance Pan-Asian professionals globally through mentoring, networking and professional development opportunities.  At this event you can connect with present and emerging Asian American leaders from diverse industries, MBAs, top executives, industry experts, recruiters and prominent community figures, attend Diversity Career Fair and Jobs in Asia Pavilion, meet with recruiters from leading corporations, government agencies and nonprofit organizations.  http://www.asianmba.org/

NBMBAA Conference (National Black MBA Association) | September 25-29, 2012 | Indianapolis, IN

For over forty years the National Black MBA Association® has had a winning formula for building leaders that make a difference. We continue to innovate in order to develop members that can tackle the challenges of today's competitive environment. Join us in Indianapolis for the 34th Annual Conference and Exposition where we will give you the tools and resources to help you Impact Time, Technology & Tomorrow…One Member at a Time.   http://www.nbmbaaconference2011.org/

NSHMBA Conference (National Society of Hispanic MBAs) | October 4-6, 2012 | Orlando, FL

Invest. Connect. Accelerate!

Over 250 corporations, non-pro­fits, government agencies, and academic institutions will be seeking to hire talented Hispanic professionals at the largest Hispanic Career Conference to hit Orlando!  With over 6,000 expected attendees, this event is tailored for Hispanic business students, professionals, executives and entrepreneurs who want to explore job opportunities with globally renowned and Fortune 500 companies. Network, build and fortify connections within the Hispanic community. Invest in professional development to expand knowledge, skills and abilities to elevate their careers.  Benefit from on-site career management services, including professional coaching.  http://www.nshmba.org/conference

NAWMBA Conference (National Association of Women MBAs) | October 18-20, 2012 | Phoenix, AZ

The 2012 Leadership Conference and Career Fair Leadership Trends, Achieving Peak Performance has been designed to assist women, both students and professionals, as they continue along the journey to develop and enhance their leadership skills.  The conference promotes professional and personal development through leadership interaction, workshop sessions, seminars, industry panels, networking events, and a career fair.  http://www.mbawomen.org/

LGBT MBA Conference (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) | October 18-20, 2012 |  Boston, MA

The theme for this year’s LGBT MBA conference is “Together, Building Community”. Unlike any other conference, Reaching Out 2012 will provide a unique environment for prospective LGBT MBA candidates, current LGBT MBA candidates, and LGBT professionals to connect in one location for the purpose of strengthening community and fostering growth of individuals professionally and personally through interactive sessions and events. Conference attendees will leave with inspiration to break down barriers and build presence within their respective school or company, fostering growth of the small but strong LGBT MBA community.   http://reachingoutmba.org/conf/

International MBA Conference:

2013 NAAMBA Global Career Forum | January 7 - 8, 2013 | Hong Kong

A gathering of global professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, students, community and business leaders for powerful professional development seminars, engaging networking sessions and a career fair. 
MBA CSC is pleased to partner with National Association of Asian MBAs (NAAMBA) on this second annual event.  https://www.mbacsc.org