HISTORY OF BETA GAMMA SIGMA Beta Gamma Sigma, established in 1919, is the only scholastic honor society recognized by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. In 1921, Beta Gamma Sigma amended its constitution to restrict the installation of new chapters to collegiate schools of business which are accredited members of AACSB International. For more information about AACSB, please visit www.aacsb.edu
VALUES OF BETA GAMMA SIGMA Honor Honor is personal integrity and excellence of character. It is an enduring quality found in all persons who deserve to lead others. Wisdom Wisdom is knowledge tested by experience and tempered by discerning judgment. It abhors prejudice, it insists upon freedom of thought and expression. Earnestness Earnestness is enthusiasm measured by achievement, disciplined by reason and ennobled by sincerity. It is that dynamic quality which is essential for all great achievement.
MISSION AND OBJECTIVES The Mission of the International Honor Society Beta Gamma Sigma is to encourage and honor academic achievement in the study of business, to foster personal and professional excellence, to advance the values of the Society, and to serve its lifelong members. The Mission is supported by the five Objectives of the Society: Encourage and honor high academic achievement by students of business and management through chapters in business programs accredited by AACSB International. Foster in Beta Gamma Sigma members an enduring commitment to the founding principles and values of the Society: honor and integrity, pursuit of wisdom, and earnestness. Support the advancement of business thought and practice to encourage lifelong learning. Enhance the value of Beta Gamma Sigma for students and alumni members in their professional lives. Advance the visibility and reputation of Beta Gamma Sigma.
MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY To be eligible for membership, the academic ranking of those being considered must place them in the upper 10 percent of the junior class, upper 10 percent of the senior class, or upper 20 percent of the graduating master's class. Local chapters may require higher standards. While almost 300,000 students receive bachelor's or master's degrees in business in the U.S. each year, only about 17,000 students are elected to membership in Beta Gamma Sigma.
