Who We Are

What We Do

The FPC hosts many joint events with the Beta Alpha Psi honor society

Our club creates a safe place for members to engage in activities, compete in case competitions, and acquire knowledge about the Accounting, Finance and Information Systems professions. Although FPC is a club, we consider ourselves a pathway to Beta Alpha Psi honor society recognition. To learn more about the honor society & the history of the chapter at JMU click below.

FPC is a club organization in the College of Business at JMU

Through professional development, community service and social events, the FPC provides opportunities for students to learn about careers in the financial information professions, interact with prospective employers and serve through leadership positions.

Get Involved

FPC hosts gatherings and meetings a couple times a month

Meet the team

Faculty Advisors:

Dr. Matthew Reidenbach

reidenmr@jmu.edu

Dr. James Irving

irvingjh@jmu.edu

PRESIDENT — Samantha Checchia

VICE PRESIDENT — Makenna Lamendola

TREASURER — Caden Barbour

MENTORSHIP — Josiah Fisher

SECRETARY — Chris Black

Ms. Eileen Shifflett

shifflem@jmu.edu

Officers:

FAQ :

1)How can I get involved?

  • Freshmen – mentee in the mentorship program, PwC Challenge

  • Sophomores – mentee in the mentorship program, COB 241/242 competitions, PwC Challenge, Deloitte AICC, Officer Shadowing

  • Juniors – mentee or mentor in mentorship program, PwC Challenge, Deloitte AICC, Officer, BAP

  • Seniors – mentor in mentorship program, Officer, BAP

  • 5th Year / MSA – mentor in mentorship program, BAP

2) What is the cost to be a member?

  • There is zero cost to become a member of the Financial Professionals Club, we value your time and commitment the most!

3) How does Accounting payoff in the Job Market?

  • According to College Factuals, recent surveys conducting resulted in JMU being top 5% in the country for the field of Accounting

  • In terms of State Ranking, it is placed at #4 stacking up against big competition

  • The job security is remarkable; when the economy in is a downward spiral, the demand for accountants is consistent no matter the forecast. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates Accounting Professions to rise 6% over the next 10 years, which is 1% higher than all occupations combined.