About BAP

BETA ALPHA PSI (BAP) is a national scholastic and professional fraternity for financial information and accounting students and professionals. The primary objective of the fraternity is to encourage academic excellence and career placement by giving recognition to member excellence in the business information and accounting fields.

At Cal State L.A., a strong emphasis is placed on students meeting with professionals from their respective fields in order to build strong links with that community. Our emphasis is to give students the skills they need in order to become successful members of the financial information community. We strongly support exposure of students to professional firms and companies.

Employers of accounting students are totally familiar with Beta Alpha Psi and its activities. It is understood that Beta Alpha Psi represents excellence and that its activities are designed to supplement a student's education. Recruiting events are a major part of BAP's activities throughout the year.

Our Mission Statement

Beta Alpha Psi recognizes academic excellence and complements members’ formal education by providing interaction and networking among students, faculty, and professionals. Our aim is to foster lifelong growth, service and ethical conduct.

Our Purpose

To recognize and promote outstanding academic achievements in the fields of accounting, finance, and information systems
To promote the study and practice of professional fields related to these disciplines
To provide self-development opportunities and association among members and practicing financial professionals
To encourage a sense of ethical, social, and public responsibilities
To enhance and complement the collegiate experience