Student Clubs & Organizations
The Adam Smith Society is a nationwide, chapter-based association of MBA students and business leaders who work to promote on campus debate and discussion about the intersection of our free market economic system, government, and society.
The mission of the Ross African Business Club is to enhance the enrollment of African students at the Ross School of Business and provide support for all african students seeking business and career opportunities here in the United States as well as Africa. The group also aims to promote and facilitate networking and culture awareness among Ross alumni, current MBAs, other graduate students and prospective students interested in Africa.
The Ross Armed Forces Association's mission is to advance the role of veterans in business through three core initiatives: * Veteran Applicants: Help the highest quality veteran applicants achieve acceptance into the Ross School of Business by aiding each veteran with insight from recent experience. * Lifetime Leadership: Advantage all current Ross students by maintaining an active leadership role and sharing military experience with fellow students immersed in Ross Action Based Learning program. * Veteran Students: Propel each veteran student to success in the private sector through active mentorship, educational resources, and extensive veteran networking.

The Asia Business Conference (ABC) is the longest student-run conference in North America focused on Asia business. For 30 years, the landmark conference has brought leaders of multinational companies and organizations to the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business to discuss issues facing the Asian markets. Some notable speakers from previous conferences included C-level executives at General Motors, Nike, Morgan Stanley, Google, BCG, and Nomura. Through networking sessions and panel discussions, the annual event provides excellent opportunities for attendees to connect with speakers.

We are a group of MBAs who are passionate about diversity and inclusion. Our simple yet unwavering belief is that cultural differences should be celebrated, not ignored. Through our various events and programs, we seek to share and celebrate all cultures, including Asian-American culture, with our members. Our club is open to everyone regardless of race, ethnicity or gender. Join us - we'd love to have you!

ACED equips its members with the tools to understand the current business landscape in Asia, delving into how it affects international economies and societies.  We provide education sessions, mentorship programs, social gatherings, and consulting projects to cultivate a community of members who help each other develop personally and professionally.

ALPFA is the premier business organization for expanding opportunities for Latino Leadership in the global market open to all schools. ALPFA creates opportunities, adds value, builds relationships for its members, the community and its business partners while expanding Latino leadership in the global workforce. ALPFA provides many programs and benefits to aspiring Latino students interested in business, accounting, finance, engineering, or any career profession in which being a leader is a key factor. Benefits of student membership include access to skills development workshops, scholarship opportunities, networking with key hiring professionals, sponsors and other peers, an insight into recruiting, a community, and discounts on various ALPFA events.

The Black Business Students Association (BBSA), founded in 1970, is one of the largest student-run professional organizations at the Stephen M. Ross School of Business (RSB). The Ross BBSA is dedicated to the recruitment of Black business students and the professional and academic development of its membership. The BBSA is one of the most active clubs at the RSB - serving graduate business students with program initiatives encompassing academic, professional, and social events. The organization conducts these numerous programs through the generous support and commitment of dedicated club members, alumni, school staff, faculty, and corporate sponsors.

BlackGen Capital is the first minority-owned investment fund at the University of Michigan. We close the access gap by creating a pipeline for talented, underrepresented students interested in entering the financial services industry.

The primary mission of the Brazilian Business Student Association (BRASA) at the Stephen M. Ross School of Business is to enhance and enrich the experiences of students at the University of Michigan who are interested in business careers in Brazil, and Brazilian culture in general. The group also aims to promote and facilitate networking among Ross alumni, Current MBAs, and prospective students.
-Provide educational opportunities for children in rural China who need it most; open up their eyes and build up confidence in their studies and lives. -Establish a platform to connect the students, alumni, and community of the University of Michigan and Ross School of Business to serve the common mission. -Demonstrate our values, commitments and transparency to encourage more people to participate in charity activities in China.

The goals of the CEN are to help realize win-win results from US-China collaborations, to raise awareness on US-China interconnected social and environmental problems, and to provide hands-on entrepreneurial experience for students from the University of Michigan, CEN chapters, and other engaged universities. We provide resources and mentorship for students passionate about creating business solutions tailored to addressing social issues prevalent in the US and in China.

Global Investments Committee (GIC) is a student-run investment fund that focuses on the global economy and financial markets. Using the diversity of its membership base as well as the resources in the Stephen M. Ross School of Business, GIC provides an unparalleled hands-on education in finance, a close-knit student community, and an unparalleled alumni network for its members to achieve success in every aspect of the competitive financial world.

The Indian Subcontinent Business Association is a student club dedicated to helping students of Indian subcontinent origin transition into business school life, promoting awareness about the subcontinent among the larger business school community and encouraging social and professional interaction among students from the subcontinent. ISBA is focused on helping its members excel professionally and socially. Feel free to contact any ISBA board member to know more about how we can help you.
The Japan Business Association seeks to promote a deeper understanding of Japanese business culture and practices throughout the Ross community. We aim to build and further the awareness of the Ross MBA in Japan, and to assist both prospective and admitted students in their transition to Ross. As the primary link between the Ross School of Business and the Ross Alumni Club of Japan, we also maintain and develop new networking and professional opportunities for our members, both domestically and internationally.
Korea Business Club at Ross is a graduate student organization open to all MBA students who are interested in Korean cultures, communities and businesses. We provide information, resources, tools and guidance to members for careers in Korea and promote a deeper understanding of Korean business culture within the Ross community.