Alpha Beta Gamma is an International business honor society established in 1970 to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students in business and related curricula at degree-granting academic institutions. To achieve this goal, Alpha Beta Gamma provides leadership opportunities, and forums for the exchange of ideas. Since its founding, over 35,000 students from accredited community, junior, and technical colleges have been initiated into the society.
Benefits of Membership
- Recognition of individual academic achievements and the receipt of a distinctive membership diploma.
- Leadership opportunities through chapters.
- Exchange of ideas at chapter functions and the annual international leadership conference.
- Over $500,000 in scholarships at four-year colleges.
- Networking opportunities.
- International essay competitions.
- Special graduation honor stoles, tassels and other academic regalia.
- Use of Alpha Beta Gamma resume forms.
Requirements for Membership
To be eligible for membership in Alpha Beta Gamma, a student must:
- be enrolled in a business curriculum
- have completed 15 academic credit hours in courses leading to a degree recognized by his/her institution
- have demonstrated academic excellence by attaining a 3.5 GPA in business courses, as well as a 3.5 overall cumulative average
A business curriculum means that your degree has at least 12 hours of business related courses plus an emphasis within your degree toward functioning in the world of business organizations.
Membership Fees
- $35 - National
- $15 - Local
If you have questions, contact the chapter adviser, John Kriz, at (815) 280-2436.