FALL 2003 CALENDAR OF PROFESSIONAL ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES
SEPTEMBER
EVENT DATE TIME LOCATION
New Student Orientation Wednesday, 9/3 6:00-7:00 pm V 1012
Thursday, 9/4 12:30-1:30 pm V 1012
All recently accepted CCOB majors should attend this information session given by Dean Boronico to learn about and understand: (a) curriculum requirements; (b) retention and dismissal policies; (c) the Professional Enrichment Program and related point requirements; and (d) additional information relevant to student success. * No Professional Enrichment points are awarded for this session.
David and Lorraine Cheng Library Business Library Research Series       All Workshops are offered at the E*Trade Financial Learning Center Tentative Tentative
Searching the Business Article Databases: ABI, Wilson Business Abstracts and Lexis-Nexis Academic Tuesday, 9/16 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Topics include developing effective search techniques. search strategies, field and code-based searching
Compustat North America Wednesday, 9/17 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Learn the basic methods for retrieving and customizing existing reports using the Research Insight software. Topics include understanding sets, time periods, database content. For questions or comments, please contact Kathleen Malanga, Assistant Director, Access and Information Services at 973-720-3189 or via e-mail at malangak@wpunj.edu
Resume Writing for Business/Accounting Majors Wednesday, 9/17 12:30 - 1:45pm V2001
Case Study Analysis Wednesday, 9/24 7:00 - 8:15pm V1024
Offered by Dr. Virginia Taylor, this workshop is designed to assist students with analyzing and resolving case studies that reflect actual problems/scenarios often encountered in the workplace.
Public Speaking Thursday, 9/25 11:00am - 12:15pm V 2003
Attend this interactive workshop and learn ten quick tips on how to control your nervousness and make effective, memorable speeches.
Internship Orientation and Opportunities for CCOB Majors Tuesday, 9/30 12:30 - 1:45 pm V2009
OCTOBER
EVENT DATE TIME LOCATION
Information Technologies and Library Services:  Lifelong Learning Skills Wednesday, 10/1 6:00 - 7:15 pm V 1020/1021
Learn how to utilize the wealth of information the David and Lorraine Cheng Library has to offer students and alumni alike.  Discover available technological resources and related materials which are invaluable in assisting business leaders in project development and analysis.
David and Lorraine Cheng Library Business Library Research Series
All workshops are offered at the E*Trade Financial Learning Center; dates and times are tentative.
CCH Internet Tax Research Network and other Tax Research Sources Wednesday, 10/1 4:00 - 5:30 pm   Learn to find the tax code, regulations,  letter rulings and other documents using CCH and Lexis-Nexis Academic. Mergent Online Thursday, 10/2 4:00 - 5:30 pm   Use the Mergent database to retrieve company financial statements, corporate histories including mergers and acquisitions, news events, Edgar documents.  This database is accessible off-campus. For questions or comments, please contact Kathleen Malanga, Assistant Director, Access and Information Services at 973.720.3189 or via e-mail at malangak@wpunj.edu Job Searching and Networking Opportunities for Business and Accounting Majors Tuesday, 10/7 2:00 - 3:15 pm V 2002         Competencies for Success in the Contemporary Professional Sales Arena Wednesday, 10/8 Wednesday, 10/8 11:00am - 12:15pm 2:00 - 3:15 pm V 2009 V 2002 Join us for a discussion about a career in business sales. Learn the skills and competencies needed to enter this dynamic profession and what it takes to succeed.  Why do salesmen often earn more than senior executives? Why do over half of all company presidents have experience in sales? Our guest speaker Jim Brown, Executive Director of the Russ Berrie Institute for Professional Sales, is a career salesman and will share: “the good, the bad and the ugly of the profession.” AACSB Student Information Meeting Thursday, 10/9 12:30 - 1:45 pm V 2009 The CCOB is seeking accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the premier accrediting agency and service organization for business schools. “To achieve accreditation, business programs must satisfy the expectations of a wide range of quality standards relating to strategic management of resources, interactions of faculty and students in the educational process, and achievement of learning goals in degree programs.” Learn about the accreditation process and how you can assist to transform the CCOB into a premier educational institution. (For additional information on AACSB programs, please visit : http://www.aacsb.edu.) Internship Job Fair Preparation Tuesday, 10/14 12:30 - 1:45 pm V 2009 Advance preparation is critical!  Learn what you should do prior to, during, and after a job fair to improve your success when networking with employers.  Discover the basics of business dress, etiquette, resume preparation, and employer research. Interviewing Strategies and Mock Interview Session for Business/Accounting Majors Thursday, 10/16 11:00am - 12:15pm V 2002 This interactive workshop will provide students with interviewing basics along with the opportunity to test and practice interviewing skills with peers, career counselors, and area professionals.  Be prepared when you jump into the job market! Realities Facing College Graduates:  Is There Hope? Thursday, 10/16 12:30 - 1:45 pm V 2009 A panel of accounting and business leaders will provide students with the knowledge and information that will lead them to the beginning steps of success. What types of situations will graduates face when they enter the job market? How can students overcome these hurdles?  This activity, sponsored by the William Paterson University Accounting Society, will provide the answers. Planning for an M.B.A. Tuesday, 10/21 6:15 - 7:30 pm V 2012 This session will provide tips and advice on how to evaluate, select, apply for, and improve your chances of gaining acceptance into a graduate school. Stress Management Workshop Wednesday, 10/22 7:30 - 8:45 pm Hobart Hall 132A* *This workshop will be run on Interactive Television (ITV) at County College of Morris and Sussex County Community College. Many people talk about, or hear others talk about, being “stressed out,” and can relate to what this feels like.  This workshop will help you to take the next step and (1) get a reading of your own personal stress level, (2) identify current sources of stress in the workplace, corporate world, and from the demands of modern life, (3) understand how stress affects people physically, mentally, and emotionally, and (4) learn specific approaches and strategies for managing and overcoming problematic stress levels. Small Business Development Center Women in Business Forum Thursday, 10/23 8:30 - 10:30 am V 1012 Thinking of starting your own business? Not sure how to go about it or if it’s really for you?  This forum is your opportunity to hear from some of the area’s highly accomplished women entrepreneurs and to learn about special programs directed at helping women in business.  A small fee may apply (free for students). A number of additional workshops focused on new/small business start-up and growth are offered at the William Paterson University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Paterson, NJ. These include: Business Start-Up, Preparing a Business Plan; Financing Your Business; and Basics of Accounting, Banking and Law. For additional information, please contact Mr. Leslie Mirabeau, Director, SBDC at 973.754.8695 or via e-mail at mirabeaul@wpunj.edu CCOB Internship Job Fair 2003 Thursday, 10/23 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Valley Road Cafe. * No Professional Enrichment points are awarded for this activity.         Public Speaking:  Toastmasters Demonstration Meeting Thursday, 10/30 12:30 - 1:30 pm V 2009 Toastmasters is an international organization created to improve public speaking. Members of the William Paterson University chapter will introduce you to Toastmasters and the steps used to assist its members communicate more effectively. Participate in “table topic discussions” and learn how many times you say: “like,” “uhm,” and “you know” in a one minute speech!  For information contact Lynne B. Orr, 973.720.3021, www.wpunj.edu/toastmaster.   Conference on Globalization: "Globalization with a Human Face" Thursday, 10/30 6:00 pm 1600 Valley Road Aud. Friday, 10/31 9:30 am Martini Teleconference Center in Hobart Hall Friday, 10/31 2:00 pm Martini Teleconference Center in Hobart Hall Designed to provide faculty and students with a unique opportunity to explore issues of global importance through a series of discussions, conferences and joint research projects in the areas of politics and economics, among others.  Admission is free and open to the public.  More information, please call Michael Principe at 973-720-3619
NOVEMBER
EVENT DATE TIME LOCATION
Business Etiquette - Roundtable Discussion Series Tuesday, 11/4 12:30 - 1:45 pm V 1016/1017
This interactive workshop will enable students to learn proper business etiquette (at the lunch table and in general).  Attendance is limited to 24 students. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 15, 2003; e-mail your name, ID#, class, telephone number, e-mail address and questions that you would like answered to: PE@wpunj.edu.   Lunch will be provided.
ACCOUNTING DAYS - November 5th - 6th
Careers in Accounting Wednesday 11/5 11:00am - 12:15pm V 2012
This activity is co-sponsored by WISS & Company, LLP
Preparing for Success:  The revised Uniform CPA Examination Wednesday, 11/5 2:00 - 3:15 pm V 2001
Attendance at this workshop will provide students with the rationale behind the transition to a computer-based CPA examination and general information about the revised exam and required computer skills.
Ethics in Business and Accounting Wednesday, 11/5 6:30 - 7:40 pm V 2009
Increasingly, public and private attention is focused on ethics and professional conduct. This seminar will review many of the important ethical issues, rules and procedures facing professionals today. This activity is co- sponsored by WISS & Company, LLP.
Accountants with a Badge - IRS Criminal Investigators Thursday, 11/6 9:30 - 10:45 am V 2009
Never Pay Taxes Again! I Can Get you a Great Refund! If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. IRS criminal investigators will be on campus to advise students of illegal tax avoidance schemes, how not to fall victim to a promoters false advertisements, IRS enforcement efforts, and taxpayer responsibilities.
Accounting Society Pizza Party Thursday, 11/6 12:30 - 1:45 pm V 2002
Learn about the accounting profession as you hear from and network with business leaders from WISS & Company, LLP, co-sponsors of this activity. * No Professional Enrichment points are awarded for this session
Corporate Crisis Management Wednesday, 11/12 6:30 - 7:30 pm V1024
GLOBAL BUSINESS DAY - November 13
Careers in Global Business Thursday, 11/13 11:00am - 12:15pm E*Trade Financial Learning Center
Global Business Leaders' Lunch Thursday, 11/13 12:30 - 1:45 pm V 1007/1008
This lunch gathering will provide a valuable networking tool for area global business leaders and students.  Attendance is limited. Reservations are required no later than November 1; e-mail your name, ID#, CCOB major/concentration, telephone number and e-mail to PE@wpunj.edu.
Professional Presentation Workshops Tuesday, 11/18 Tuesday 11/18 12:30 - 1:45 pm 7:00 - 8:15 pm V 1016/1017 V 2008
Make your presentation come alive with this workshop, offered by Dr. Sue Godar, designed to assist you in making professional presentations.
2003 Annual Stakeholders' Conference Thursday, 11/20 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Valley Road
We welcome highly motivated students, alumni, business constituents, and the academic community interested in providing feedback on important issues involving technology (the E*Trade Financial Learning Center and the Enterprise Resource Planning System); professional sales in academic and professional programs; and student skill sets that enhance professional development. Attendance is limited. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 1; e-mail your name, ID#, class, telephone number, and e-mail address to: PE@wpunj.edu.  Breakfast and a light snack will be served.
DECEMBER
EVENT DATE TIME LOCATION
Business Etiquette - Roundtable Discussion Series Tuesday, 12/2 5:30 - 6:45 pm V 1016/1017
This interactive workshop will enable students to learn proper business etiquette (at the dinner table and in general).  Attendance is limited to 24 students.  RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 15; e-mail your name, ID#, class, telephone number, e-mail address and questions that you would like answered to: PE@wpunj.edu.  A light dinner will be provided.
2003 Annual Professionally Qualified (PQ) Symposium Thursday, 12/4 All day activity Valley Road
The CCOB is pleased to present the second annual PQ Symposium, featuring speakers from the business and legal arena. All participants are William Paterson University faculty members. A detailed schedule of speakers/topics and times/room assignments will be posted in Valley Road in late November.
Building & Financing Your Business with the SBA Tuesday, 12/9 10:00am - 12:00noon V1012
By attending this seminar, you can learn about SBA's 7(a) Guaranty Loan Program, the Pre-Qualification Loan Program and the 8(a) Minority Small Business Set-Aside Program.  Participants will have the opportunity to review their business plan with a small business counselor.  There is no registration fee for this seminar -- please call (973) 754-8695.
Energize Your Business Forum Tuesday, 12/9 12:00noon - 2:00pm V1012
Attendance is FREE and students earn Professional Enrichment points.  Business start-up resources, business plan presentations by student & area entrepreneurs seeking funding, networking opportunity, free lunch provided.  Please call (973) 754-8695.
The Christos M. Cotsakos College of Business thanks the following sponsors for bringing these workshops together: Alumni Relations - Career Development Center - Counseling, Health & Wellness Center - David and Lorraine Cheng Library E*Trade Financial Learning Center, Institutional Advancement - Instruction and Research Technology - Office of Graduate Studies - Office of Marketing and Public Relations - Russ Berrie Institute for Professional Sales - Small Business Development Center - Toastmasters - William Paterson University Administration, Alumni, Faculty and Staff and ALL business stakeholders/area professionals who have volunteered their time to speak with our students and contribute to the success of the Christos M. Cotsakos College of Business.
Special Activities
Professional Enrichment Points may also be earned for participation in the following activities offered by the Career Development Center, CCOB’s E*Trade Financial Learning Center, and the Instruction and Research Technology Office.
Career Development Center (CDC)
The CDC offers the following workshops each month, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 - 1:45 pm in the Morrison Hall Conference Room during the fall and spring semesters:     •    Effective Resumes and Cover Letters (1st Tuesday)     •    Interviewing Techniques (2nd Tuesday)     •    Job Search, Career Fair and Networking Strategies (3rd Tuesday)     •    Internship Orientation (4th Tuesday)     •    Mock Interviews (2nd Thursday)     •    Planning for Graduate School (4th Thursday) Information, resources, videos, and career counselors are also available Monday evenings to address all topics listed above.  Please call 973.720.2282 to schedule an appointment. For additional information please see the CDC web site at: http://ww2.wpunj.edu/career/workshops.htm or contact Kenneth Zurich, Career Development Center Director, at 973.720.2281, zurichk@wpunj.edu.
E*TRADE Financial Learning Center
The E*TRADE Financial Learning Center is an advanced, simulated electronic trading room and instructional facility that brings the world’s financial markets to William Paterson University.  It provides students with a real-time simulated trading and financial center where they have the opportunity to learn about the principles of investing and money management and replicate real-world situations.
Academic Programs Offered
NOTE: Specific dates/times/locations for each seminar will be announced in advance on the plasma screens in the Valley Road Building and the E*TRADE Financial Learning Center’s web site. 1.   Financial Literacy Seminars for College Students There will be a series of seminars on  money management and investing for college students covering a broad range of topics including: 1) financial aid and scholarship, 2) credit and borrowing, 3) financial planning basics, 4) investment and saving, and 5) special topics. These seminars will be hands-on and interactive in nature. 2.   Introduction of Alternative Investment: How Do Hedge Funds Work? Course will introduce hedge fund basics such as definition of hedge funds, differences between hedge fund and mutual funds, regulatory constraints, fund of funds, and what is required to start a hedge fund, as well as many practical aspects of hedge fund investing techniques. 3.   Current International Finance Issues The seminar covers foreign exchange rates, their impacts on trade and investment, risk management, cultural differences, political concerns, and a general overview of international opportunities based on Jim Rogers' new book, Venture Capitalis. 4.   The Second Investment Trading Challenge Intended for business majors.  Specifics will be announced in early September.  The Challenge will start in the second half of September and end in the early part of December. * No Professional Enrichment points are awarded for this activity. 5.   Introduction to Market Data Systems There will be a series of seminars on how to use various financial data and software packages including Reuters, Datastream, Thomson One Analysis, Barra Aegis Suite, EXPO_SE, CRSP, Crystal Ball, and others. 6.   Global Security and Analysis and Investment The seminar will analyze return on equity, bonds, bills, currencies, and inflation over 100 years across 16 countries. For questions or comments about these workshops, please contact Dr. Haiyang Chen, Director of the E*TRADE Financial Learning Center, at 973.720.3765 or via e-mail at chenh@wpunj.edu.
Instruction and Research Technology Computer Skills Workshop
Each month, courtesy of Instruction and Research Technology, our technology workshop specialists  (TWS) offer workshops in word-processing, computer design, and statistical software. All workshops are available to students in the Atrium Room 121, and are free to the campus community.
TWS Workshop Descriptions:
Using MS Access
Topics: Basics of tables and queries to gather your information from a single database file. Enabling integration of a network, internet features, permitting production of professional reports on paper, online or HTML.
Using MSEXCEL
Topics:  Basics of spreadsheet design, computations, forms, layout, formatting, saving, tables and graphs.  *Advanced Topics:  Comparing data with advanced pivot tables, creating advanced charts and graphics, using advanced data analysis techniques, forms, design with Excel, solving business problems with advanced functions, analyzing a database with functions, automating tasks with macros.
Using MS Powerpoint
Topics:  Basics of creating slide presentations to illustrate, organize and professionally express your ideas.  PowerPoint, a universal tool, can be used to share your ideas and presentations across the Internet.
Using MS Word
Topics:  Basics of page design, font size and type, margins, merging, saving, underlining, and double spacing.  Design professional documents, using mail merge, tables, graphics and hyper-links to the Internet. * Advanced Topics:  Creating outlines, creating templates, sorting, working with columns, creating word macros using Word's graphics toolbars.
WebDesign - Using Dreamweaver
Topics:  Learn from the basics to more advanced web design techniques using Macromedia Dreamweaver.  An in depth look at how the internet works and how to make it work for you. Appointments may be scheduled for one-on-one or group workshops by submitting a TWS Workshop Request Form on-line or in person to Atrium, Room 121.  The form is available at:  http://www.wpunj.edu/stc/tws/. Alternatively, students may stop by the Atrium, Room 121, Monday - Friday from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm and take designated classes.  Please check the TWS monthly calendar to find which workshops are offered each day.  The calendar is available at http://www.wpunj.edu/stc/tws/. For questions or comments about workshops, and availability of additional evening hours, please call 973.720.2659 or e-mail Denise Giummarra at giummarrad@wpunj.edu
INFORMATION
For additional information about the Professional Enrichment Initiative, please contact Dr. Elizabeth C. Ekmekjian, Professional Enrichment Director via e-mail at PE@wpunj.edu or visit our website at:  http://www.wpunj.edu/cob/COB_new/professionalenrichment/profenrich.htm
ALL PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.