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Please contact FBIS Maryland with any questions, inquiries, or comments at: marylandfbis@gmail.com

• Commercial Banking
• Investment Banking
• Corporate Finance
• Financial Advising/Planning
• Financial Analysis
• Brokerage
• Insurance
• Money Management
• Financial Consulting
• Government Finance

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Join FBIS:
Click here to download the application in a Word document.

The Finance, Banking, and Investment Society is an undergraduate student organization based in the Robert H. Smith School of Business at University of Maryland, College Park. The society welcomes a diverse composition of motivated individuals bonded by a common interest in the many facets of finance and business. FBIS prides itself in providing a unique experience in which students are able to enrich their knowledge of the financial world through corporate and community interaction. The group fulfills the needs of its membership and stakeholders through academic experiences, professional and social interactions, and community service.

FBIS provides experiences transcending that of the average college student. This includes numerous opportunities to network with fellow students, faculty, and corporate professionals. Supported by the strong alumni network of the Robert H. Smith School of Business, FBIS is able to enhance the learning experience beyond the classroom. We stress continuous learning and community involvement in the development of future business leaders.

"Our Mission Statement"

The mission of FBIS is to increase student exposure to financially related careers and issues. By developing professional relationships and fostering the growth of young leaders, FBIS looks to close the gap between college and the corporate world. Utilizing the diverse background of our membership, FBIS will nurture the development of a strong business community within the University of Maryland.

Advice from PNC Bank

Advice 1: Optimize your opportunities
Advice 2: Start Early
Advice 3: NETWORK!
Advice 4: Experiences Matter
Advice 5: Maintain Character
Advice 6: The Finance world is a Small Town so watch what you do
Advice 7: Learn Public Speaking
Advice 8: What is the lifeblood of a business? Cash!
Advice 9: Get LinkedIn
Advice 10: Always say yes
Advice 11: Become an expert in a subject matter
Advice 12: Experiment with different experiences
Advice 13: Work hard in whatever job your in

Welcome to FBIS Maryland:

The spring semester of the 2011-2012 year is underway! And what can you expect this semester at FBIS?

Special Events:

• Baltimore and DC Trip
• Speakers from a variety of fields

And other Benefits...

• Mock Interviews and Resume Critiques from the professionals in the particular industry you're looking into.
• Stock Competition
• Access to our "Vault" guide of Interview questions, resumes, and sample cover letters.
• Mentoring Program
• FBIS Member Contacts


FBIS website designed by Ray Mancini; Maintained by: Webmaster –Emily Young

Click here for this semester’s application.

Meetings:

Wednesdays at 6pm

in VMH 1335

 (unless otherwise noted)

 

2/01/2012 PWC Advisory Event
2/08/2012 No Meeting
2/15/2012 Morgan Stanley Operations
2/20/2012 Introductory Meeting
2/22/2012 World Bank Visit
3/02/2012 Baltimore Trip
3/07/2012 Arborview Capital (Private Equity)
3/14/2012 UBS Investment Bank - Video Conference
3/17/2012-3/18/2012 Wall Street Training Seminar
3/21/2012 No Meeting (Spring Break)
3/28/2012 World Bank Speaker (Frank Auditorium)
4/03/2012 No Meeting
4/11/2012 Alvarez and Marsal Consulting
4/18/2012 Investment Banking Workshop
4/25/2012 Deloitte Financial Advisory
4/27/2012 DC Trip: UBS, FDIC, Fannie Mae
5/01/2012 Last Meeting: McKinsey Corporate Finance

Last Semester's Schedule
9/06/2011 PWC Info Session Tuesday from 5:30-6:30
9/12/2011 Business week - No meeting
9/19/2011 First Meeting - Internship Panel
9/26/2011 Invitation to Morgan Stanley Info Session (note this is a Thursday)
10/03/2011 Capital One
10/10/2011 FBIS Social
10/24/2011 GE Healthcare
11/04/2011 M&A Competition
Applications Here
11/07/2011 Financial Advantage Associates
11/14/2011 Legg Mason @ 6pm in VMH 1520
11/28/2011 FBIS Elections
Click here to register