In business, oftentimes, it’s not what you know but who you know. The Undergraduate Business Society is hosting an event where you can learn how to network effectively in the business world. Come out on Wednesday, May 30th, at the Career Center 3rd Floor Conference Room from 5:30-7:00pm to get tips and guidance on how you can stand out during recruiting events. Practice your networking skills and interact with UBS alumni and current UBS board members from a variety of industries, including consulting, investment banking, and accounting. FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED.

When: Wednesday of 9th Week (May 30, 2012)
Time: 5:30-7:00pm
Where: Career Center 3rd Floor Conference Room
Attire: Business Casual

RSVP on the link below!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEtQbHg3Q1dZTkhMam1qODRxOW1FM0E6MQ

Northrop Grumman’s investment team is seeking an undergraduate to join its $22 billion pension plan for the Corporate Investment Analyst position. You can find the position here.

This position is a great opportunity for anyone interested in a career in investment/asset management. Please feel free to send resumes directly to the UCLA Career Center or to the Northrop Grumman website.

The Undergraduate Business Society prompts every student to vote in the current USAC elections.

Bruins United believes that the strength of the student body lies in the diversity of our identities, backgrounds, beliefs, and opinions. The Undergraduate Business Society believes that BU seeks to not only celebrate that diversity, but also strengthen it by representing all students equally and providing fair and open access to resources and opportunities that will ultimately allow not just UBS, but all students groups a fair and equal student government.

Check out the candidates and platforms at BruinsUnited.com. We are especially proud to have a UBS Board member, Sahil Seth, running for Financial Supports Commissioner. Vote for Sahil to have a strong business minded candidate for Financial Supports Commissioner and a candidate who will specifically support UBS for the future. Also, examine at his running mates Raquel Saxe and Allyson Taylor. Both advocate for lower fees and costs, while upholding a strong culture and diversity among campus.

Voting takes place on my.ucla.edu or at www.BruinsUnited.com from now until Thursday at 6pm, and takes no more than 30 seconds. Please take the time to educate yourself on the issues and vote. Have a great week.

The Undergraduate Business Society is proud to be hosting the 2012 “So You Want to be an Investment Banker” Forum!

Have you ever heard of Investment Banking? Have you ever wondered what Investment Banking is? Do you know how it differs from Consulting and Accounting? Do you want to learn what the life of a Investment Banker is like? What different industries bankers are exposed to? How to recruit and land that dream internship?

The UBS Investment Banking Forum is the perfect place to get answers to all these questions and any others that you have, from the most broad (What’s Investment Banking?) to the most specific (What was the last case Citi worked on?).

The event will be held on May 8th from 5 to 7 p.m in Royce 164. Come ask questions to our Investment Banking Directors who have all secured full-time banking offers (Imperial Capital, Houlihan Lokey, UBS, and Citigroup). This panel will first give an overview of their firms; they will then speak about their experience in Investment Banking. The majority of the time will be recruiting based but we will have ample time for you to ask them questions at the end.

The “So You Want to Be an Investment Banker?” info session involves a panel of graduating seniors who have already secured a full-time position with some of the most prestigious firms in the investment banking industry. This event entails a presentation given by the panel, followed by an extensive question and answer session. This is the perfect opportunity for underclassmen entering their next year of school to learn more about this possible career path, as well as provides an opportunity for students to ask questions that they might not be able to ask recruiters.

When: May 8, 2012, 5:00-7:00 PM
Where: Royce 164

The “So You Want to Be a Consultant?” info session involves a panel of graduating seniors who have already secured a full-time position with some of the most prestigious firms in the country. This event entails a presentation given by the panel, followed by an extensive question and answer session. This is the perfect opportunity for underclassmen entering their next year of school to learn more about this possible career path, as well as provides an opportunity for students to ask questions that they might not be able to ask recruiters.

When: May 1, 2012
Where: Career Center, 3rd Floor, 5-7PM

The “So You Want to Be a Consultant?” info session involves a panel of graduating seniors who have already secured a full-time position with some of the most prestigious firms in the country. This event entails a presentation given by the panel, followed by an extensive question and answer session. This is the perfect opportunity for underclassmen entering their next year of school to learn more about this possible career path, as well as provides an opportunity for students to ask questions that they might not be able to ask recruiters.

When: May 1, 2012
Where: Career Center, 3rd Floor, 5-7PM

The UBS Stock Market Portfolio Challenge is up and running! It is not too late to join the game, just follow these steps:

1. Fill out the form:  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?pli=1&formkey=dG9Ub3NyaGhDM0paWmxPQl9GT1YzUVE6MQ#gid=0
2. Join the game on MarketWatch.com:  http://www.marketwatch.com/game/ubs-stock-market-portfolio-challenge | Password (Case Sensitive): UBS2012

The game goes through June 1st, and the players with the highest net worth at the end will receive either a $150 cash prize or a scholarship for a test prep course from Kaplan Test Prep for any grad school test. Remember, this challenge is designed for investors of all levels. Good luck!

Also, check out Kaplan’s Free Practice Test at UCLA on May 19th:

http://bit.ly/takingthetest

This is a great opportunity to check out any of the graduate school tests including (GRE, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, and OAT as well as an online GMAT) for free! Instructors will be there to walk you through your results and talk to you about study options with Kaplan. Follow the link to sign up today!

UBS Stock Market Portfolio Challenge – TONIGHT

It’s finally here! Tonight, the Undergraduate Business Society will kick-off it’s annual Stock Market Portfolio Challenge.

The challenge is designed to give students the opportunity to learn more about investing and how the stock market works. Each player will be given $100,000 (virtual money) to invest, and prizes will be given to the highest ranking players. Awards include a scholarship from Kaplan Test Prep for a grad school Test Prep Course (GMAT,GRE, LSAT $1000+ value) as well as a $150 cash prize.

Throughout the challenge we will have industry professionals coming in to give market updates, and will be sending out emails recapping market activity each week. No prior investing experience is required, and investors of all levels are welcome to participate.

To get started: Add your name and email to the form below and attend our Thursday Night Kick-Off event (Kick-off event is not mandatory to do the challenge but it is highly encouraged. However, all emails MUST be submitted through the form below by Sunday, April 22nd in order to participate.)

Link to Form
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?pli=1&formkey=dG9Ub3NyaGhDM0paWmxPQl9GT1YzUVE6MQ#gid=0

Location: Broad 2100A
Time: Thursday, April 19 6-7pm | Casual Dress
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/354100967969341/

UBS Leadership Board Application – DUE TOMORROW

UBS boasts a diverse group of ambitious, goal-oriented individuals who are dedicated to helping other Bruins succeed in the business world. As a board member, not only will you have an opportunity to connect with like-minded Bruins through events such as our Fall and Winter Retreats, but you will also gain invaluable leadership experience helping run one of the largest student organizations at UCLA. Whether it be through networking or leadership experience, our board members have all benefited from the resources this organization provides, resulting in offers from Goldman Sachs, BAML, Bain, Deloitte Consulting, JP Morgan, UBS, Citi, L.E.K. Consulting, and many more.

In addition to an Executive Board (one President and two Vice Presidents), our leadership consists of six main committees. Each committee consists of Directors, Managers, and Committee Members. Directors and managers lead the committees while committee members help contact firms, run the events, etc. Students interested in joining are encouraged to attend UBS events and talk to current board members to learn more about each position.

To apply, please visit: http://www.ubsbruins.com/join-ubs/

Application Drop Date: Wednesday, April 11th
Applications Due: Friday, April 20th
Interviews: April 23rd-27th

If you have trouble viewing or submitting this form, you can fill it out online:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dG9Ub3NyaGhDM0paWmxPQl9GT1YzUVE6MQ

It’s finally here! This quarter, the Undergraduate Business Society will be hosting it’s annual Stock Market Portfolio Challenge.

The challenge is designed to give students the opportunity to learn more about investing and how the stock market works. Each player will be given $100,000 (virtual money) to invest, and prizes will be given to the highest ranking players. Awards include a scholarship from Kaplan Test Prep for a grad school Test Prep Course (GMAT,GRE, LSAT $1000+ value) as well as a $150 cash prize.

Throughout the challenge we will have industry professionals coming in to give market updates, and will be sending out emails recapping market activity each week. No prior investing experience is required, and investors of all levels are welcome to participate.

To get started: Add your name and email to the form below and attend our Thursday Night Kick-Off event (not mandatory to do the challenge but highly encouraged).

Location: Broad 2100A
Time: 6-8pm | Casual Dress
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/354100967969341/