Question: OBJECTIVES

When you complete this professional-development assignment, you'll be able to

• Explain the benefits of professional-development activities

• Evaluate the professional-development potential of specific workshops, conferences, seminars, and professional business meetings

• Plan for and arrange to attend professionaldevelopment events

• Present your reflections on the value of professionaldevelopment activities

RECOMMENDED ACTIVITIES: The following are suggested activities to consider for your professional development activities. There may be other opportunities in your area, but whether you choose one of the suggested activities or find something on your own, your instructor must approve your choices before you begin.

Attend a Local Chamber of Commerce Meeting

A local Chamber of Commerce meeting is a good place to meet people and to see what's going on in business in your area. You can Google the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Web site or contact your local Chamber of Commerce for its meeting schedule. Spend some time navigating through the local Chamber's Web site to familiarize yourself with their mission and/or vision statement, officers, members, and activities. Typically, local Chamber of Commerce Web sites provide information that's valuable to the local members.

Rather than just showing up at a meeting, first call the local Chamber and speak with the staff. Tell them that you're completing a coursework assignment and would like a mentor, if available-someone willing to introduce you to Chamber members and assist you in learning more about the organization. Doing so will enhance the quality of your experience and afford greater success in both networking and maintaining your connection with new contacts.

Attend a Guest-Speaker Event at a College or University

Every college and university presents outside speakers to enrich their students' education and to attract local leaders and community members to the campus. Look for a college or university event in your area that's related to business, economics, or public-policy issues. Events are often publicized in newspapers and on the institution's Web site. You may wish to call the university's business department to ask if any public events are coming up or contact several institutions and ask to be placed on their mailing lists to receive e-mail or printed notices for these opportunities.

Attend an Institute of Management Accountants

Chapter Meeting

The membership of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) includes professionals in accounting, finance, and information technology. The vast majority of those attending will be Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) and Certified Management Accountants (CMAs). However, the CMA exam, unlike the CPA exam, tests all business disciplines, so you also may find attorneys and real estate brokers at these meetings. Membership in each group will vary.

Begin planning to attend a local meeting by reviewing the IMA Web site. You should be able to locate a nearby IMA chapter on this Web site; if not, send an e-mail asking for the nearest group. Once you make contact, ask if they'll recommend a mentor to introduce you to chapter members and improve the quality of your networking experience.

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