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Who is VBMA?
Officer Introductions
Why Join?
Membership Benefits
Membership Details
VBMA Business Certificate
Schedule
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The Veterinary Business Management
Association is a student-driven organization
dedicated to advancing the profession
through increasing business knowledge,
creating networking opportunities, and
empowering students to achieve their
personal and professional goals.
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The VBMA is the nation’s largest vet studentdriven organization with more than 3,400
student members.
Founded in 2003, the VBMA has expanded to the
28 U.S. veterinary schools, Ross, and St. George’s
as well as internationally.
We believe in the power of veterinary students to
find their own way to change the industry. Our
members will improve the profession as future
practice owners, industry professionals, and
leaders of veterinary medicine national
organizations.
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When/how our chapter originated
Officers and advisor
Members
Veterinary students who take their future into
their own hands through business education
Students learning for their business future
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Include:
officer name, position, year in school, why
you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of
VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward
to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of
yourself
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Include:
officer name, position, year in school, why
you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of
VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward
to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of
yourself
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Include:
officer name, position, year in school, why
you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of
VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward
to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of
yourself
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Include:
officer name, position, year in school, why
you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of
VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward
to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of
yourself
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Include:
officer name, position, year in school, why
you joined VBMA, what you’ve gotten out of
VBMA thus far, what you are looking forward
to this year in your VBMA chapter, picture of
yourself
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Business Education
◦ No matter the path – owner, associate, researcher, or
anything else – you will be part of a business
◦ Understanding where your paycheck comes from makes
it easier for you to be successful
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Networking
◦ Networking opportunities locally and through the nation
with other students and veterinary professionals
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Certificate that means something
◦ More and more alumni are aware of the VBMA, our
certificate and what it means for graduates
◦ Employers may be looking for it when you apply for jobs
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Veterinary schools teach clinical skills and
professional skills, but few business and
management skills
Vet school is a huge financial burden: learn
how to cope
Job market is increasingly competitive: set
yourself apart
VMBA Video
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Business education at very low cost
Access business resources at vbma.biz
Travel and gain leadership skills
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Lead your school as a chapter officer
Coordinate competitions
Manage multiple chapters as a regional leader
Become a national VBMA officer
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VBMA National Business Certificate
◦ Show employers you took charge of your own
business education
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Externships
◦ Exclusive to VBMA members
◦ More information online
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Veterinary Hospital Managers Association
resources
◦ Free membership for VBMA members in school and
as a new grad
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Student debt resources
◦ Webinars and business education on our website
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Scholarships available to only VBMA members
Business research opportunities for VBMA
members only
Case study competition: earn $1,000 plus
money for your chapter
Discounted veterinary business books
◦ Available through the VBMA website or your school
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Network with a wide variety of veterinary
business professionals
Develop interviewing and resume-writing
skills
Plan for the future: finances, debt, career,
retirement, etc.
Free subscription to Veterinary Economics
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Attend business-related lectures throughout
the semester
Dues: _______
How to sign up:
Register on the VBMA website to get national
membership benefits
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Started in August 2011 to standardize VBMA
programming and create value in being an
active VBMA member
Your business education is often in your own
hands, yet necessary to become a successful
practitioner
◦ Certificate gives you guidance
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Awareness is spreading, we need your help
◦ As you go to practices and to conferences, let
practitioners know about the VBMA and what a
VBMA certificate means
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Speakers cost up to $20,000
Food costs money
But it could be worse:
◦ VBMA has sponsors that reduce costs to you
◦ VBMA leaders are volunteers: no local, regional or
national officers are paid
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Please keep in mind the cost of food and
speakers when RSVPing for events and
remember that the programming done is for
YOU!
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You have no background in business
You have a business background but want to
learn more and help others learn
You want to understand your contract
You want to rock your job interview
You want to understand the veterinary
industry and get ideas for future jobs
You want to meet practice owners and find
career prospects!
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Where is your schedule posted and available
to your students??
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Contact an officer
Website: www.vbma.biz
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