BYU Management Society - Springfield Missouri Chapter

arity golf tournaments and awards banquets. Speakers provide exposure to current events and topics in business and the community. Established in 1977 by Merrill J. Bateman, former Marriott School dean, the society has grown into a global organization with nearly seventy chapters in twenty countries. Membership is not only open to all BYU alumni but also to all interested business professionals. Through the society members form lasting friendships and meaningful business relationships. MORE...

At the heart of the Management Society is its vision: growing moral and ethical leadership around the world. With all events and activities revolving around this theme, the Management Society’s goal is to extend these values around the world and build successful management and business leaders. As the sponsor of the Management Society, the Marriott School of Management provides leadership and program support through the executive director and steering committee, composed of seasoned Management Society members and business professionals. Together they assist in the training and development of chapter officers; the preparation and presentation of special programs and conferences; and establishment and development of new chapters. Individual chapters are led by an elected president and an executive committee. Chapters are independent from the school and direct their own programs. This ensures that each chapter fulfills the vision of the society but remains autonomous. Marriott School of Management
Named for benefactors J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott, the Marriott School of Management at BYU is nationally recognized for its outstanding business leadership and education. The school attracts some of the brightest students and faculty from across the nation and around the world. A Marriott School education is rooted in strong management and interdisciplinary training and supported by an emphasis on ethics and principle-based leadership. In addition to traditional management training, the school’s distinguished faculty integrates three areas of focus: international business, e-business and entrepreneurship, and ethics and social responsibility. Marriott School graduates are valued for their tenacious pursuit of excellence. Known for their high ethical standards and personal integrity, Marriott School graduates add stability and strength to their companies. Brigham Young University is the largest privately owned, church-sponsored university in the United States. Founded in 1875, BYU enrolls approximately 33,000 full-time students representing more than one hundred countries. The university is located on a 638-acre campus at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains in Provo, Utah. BYU offers a unique blend of secular and spiritual learning—a concept expressed by the university’s motto: “The glory of God is intelligence.” While The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sponsors BYU, approximately twenty-five other denominations are represented within the student body. All students are encouraged to attend the congregation of their faith. The mission of Brigham Young University is “to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” To this end, BYU seeks to develop students of faith, intellect, and character who have the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives. These are the common aims of all education at BYU.Develop Careers
The Management Society focuses on leadership training, skill enhancement, and peer sharing to promote the careers of its members. Chapters hold frequent seminars and training sessions to ensure that its members have the tools that they need to advance their careers and improve their role in their current positions. Network
We have more than 90 chapters in 25 countries, and are growing more quickly than ever. Membership in the BYU Management Society allows professionals to network with others who share their values, both in their community and around the world. Serve the Community
Our chapters place strong emphasis on service in their communities. Many chapters volunteer with local service programs (such as youth mentoring, food banks, and volunteer business analysis) or conduct such independent service projects as job fairs or employment seminars. Many chapters also award scholarships to local high school students who exemplify the values promoted by the Management Society. Support the Marriott School and BYU
The Management Society is sponsored by the BYU Marriott School of Management, one of the country's premiere business schools (see the Marriott School's rankings here), and the most highly recognized for producing graduates with high ethical standards. The Marriott School provides leadership, as well as program and financial support for chapter and organization-wide events. This beneficial relationship creates better networking opportunities for both professionals in the middle of their careers and recent Marriott School graduates looking for placements.