National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA)
FounderFounded in 1970 at the University of Chicago
TypeNon-profit organization
FocusEducational and economic empowerment for African Americans
Location
  • United States
MethodNetworking, leadership development, mentorship
Members
Thousands of professionals and students
AffiliationsMore than 400 businesses and organizations
WebsiteNational Black MBA Association Official Website

The National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) is a non‐profit organization founded in 1970 at the University of Chicago, To provide many resources to African Americans. Many of them share common experiences, histories, and career goals and aspirations. The companies goal is to provide and develop partnerships that result in the creation of intellectual and economic wealth within the Black community, the association is in partnership with more than 400 of the country’s top businesses and business organizations. The organization also has inroads into a range of industries as well as the public sector.

The organization gains its strength from a strong belief in community and a commitment to its development through economic and educational development. The main idea of the National Black MBA Association is for members to create a network of Black MBA holders and students seeking an MBA degree as what they use as missions for guidelines.

Programming

With 39 professional chapters, 26 collegiate chapters, and over 25 “Leaders of Tomorrow” Youth Mentor Programs, the National Black MBA Association represents thousands of professionals and students. The association has several other programs that are developed with local and national businesses including, Candidates for Success, Case Competitions, Employment Network, Conference Job Match and Netential Scholarship.

Conference and Career Fair

The association holds an annual conference, with major personalities in the business world. At this event, The National Black MBA Association gives the opportunity for networking on a face-to-face basis.

The National Black MBA Association Annual Conference and Exposition is intended for African-American business professionals, industry leaders, and students to gather for networking, leadership development, and professional job opportunities. Throughout the years, attendance has risen significantly and providing many workers to join the company.

NBMBAA also hosts and houses an annual Career Fair within the conferences, which houses over 400 Fortune 500 corporations to register for the two‐day Career Fair. Various venues provide for discussion about education, diversity, professional development and career advancement.

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