Coleman University BPA

Business Professionals of America

Mission Statement

The mission of Business Professionals of America is to contribute to the preparation of a world-class workforce through the advancement of leadership, citizenship, academic, and technological skills.

Vision Statement

At Business Professionals of America, we are committed to developing the best possible career and technical education organization for students in the United States. The measure of our success will be the perception that alumni of Business Professionals of America are highly competent and skilled workforce professionals who enable business and industry to maintain the economic vitality and high quality of life associated with our celebrated United States of America.

BPA has more than 51,000 members in over 2,300 chapters in 23 states.

Some of BPA's major programs include the scholarship program, the National Leadership Academy, and National Officer Elections. The Torch Awards Program and Special Recognition Awards Program recognize students and chapters, respectively, for their leadership and service to the community.

Requirements:

• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
• No absence probation
• Dedication to serving the community

Eligibility: BPA has several divisions that include:

• College/Post-secondary
• Alumni

Benefits:

• Leadership Training
• Networking
• Access to BPA CareerNet
• Qualify for Scholarships
• Earn awards and recognition
• Participation in skill competition
• Personal and Professional growth
• Gaining life skills
• Hold officer positions
• Publish in the Wire, a national publication.
• Travel opportunity
• Attend & participate in conferences on the state and national levels.