Q: What are the mission, history, and general facts of the NBMBAA?

A: The National Black MBA Association leads in the creation of educational opportunities and economic growth for Blacks. The organization, which was established in 1970, is headquartered in Chicago. There are currently 44 professional chapters and 15 collegiate chapters across North America, with 8,500 members. Atlanta has the largest chapter and has more than 700 members.

Q: Do I need to have an MBA degree to become a member?

A: The majority of our members do have MBA’s; however, an MBA degree is not a requirement for membership. Individuals who have other professional graduate degrees such as JD, MPA, MS, MHA, etc. are eligible for membership. Also, membership is open for individuals who do not possess graduate degrees, but have extensive experience or entrepreneurial success.

Q: What are the different levels of Membership and what is the cost for each?

A: Membership options fall into four categories. They are:

· Full Membership – status includes professionals with a graduate degree in any particular field; $125/year

· Associate Membership – status includes professionals without a graduate degree, but with extensive experience or entrepreneurial success; $125/year

· Student Membership – status includes students enrolled in any graduate degree program (a two-year limit) and must provide proof of matriculation; $60/year

· Lifetime Membership – status is granted to any member who makes the financial commitment to the full or associate lifetime status; One-time payment of $1,000 or $350/year for 3 years

Q: When does the National Black MBA Association Atlanta Chapter meet?

A: The Atlanta Chapter generally meets on the fourth Monday of each month from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. View the Atlanta Chapter website at www.atlbmba.org for updated meeting information.

Q: Where does the National Black MBA Association, Atlanta Chapter meet?

A: Check the Atlanta Chapter website at www.atlbmba.org for meeting information.

Q: Can only members attend the meetings?

A: Although membership is strongly encouraged, it is not a requirement. However, non-members are charged a $15 fee to attend chapter events.

Q: I am a member of another chapter, and would like to attend an Atlanta chapter meeting. Do I have to pay the $15 non-member fee?

A: Yes. Non-members of the Atlanta chapter pay the $15 guest fee.

Q: Whom do I contact if I would like to join a committee?

A: Contact the leader of the committee you are interested in joining:

Career Network, Eric Harrison:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Information Technology, Nancy Marion:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Leaders of Tomorrow, Sejuana Stevens:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Special Events, Vincent McCant:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Student Affairs, Patrick Amos:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Q: How can I change or update my contact information?

A: Go to the Member Login section on the National Website at www.nbmbaa.org to change your contact information.

Q: If I am a member of another NBMBAA Chapter, but I recently moved to Atlanta, how do I transfer my membership to the Atlanta Chapter?

A: You can make this request by contacting the National Headquarters at (312) 236-BMBA (2622) or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Q: What do I do if I am not receiving chapter e-mails?

A: Send an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it requesting to be added to the e-mail distribution list.

Q: When is the National Conference, and where will it be held?

A: The National Conference is usually held in September of each year. The 2010 Conference will be held in Los Angeles from September 21-21. Check the National Website at www.nbmbaa.org for additional information.