Michigan Business Education Association
fostering the improvement of all education for and about business.
MBEA-FAQ's
How can I get involved with MBEA?
Contact any MBEA Board Member. There are opportunities to serve on subcommittees, help at the state convention and regional events. Your time and talent would be very much appreciated.
Why should I join MBEA?
- Listed below are many reasons to join MBEA!
Receive MBEA Today newsletter
- Participate in spring professional development events
- Attend annual state convention
- Contribute ideas and receive curriculum updates
- Receive legislative updates and action
- Acquire educational policy and leadership
- Expand your professional network
- Promote recognition of excellence in business ed
- Enhance your professional growth and development
- Promote professional pride
I would like to serve on the MBEA Board. What should I do?
Elections are held in the fall for open positions. Announcements are made in the MBEA Today and on the website for any open positions that begin the following January. You will be given an opportunity to apply for open positions at that time or contact any board member to express your interest.
How many regions are there in Michigan?
There are five geographic regions in the state. One consists of the entire Upper Peninsula and four divide the Lower Peninsula. Each region has a regional representative that serves on the MBEA Board. Click on the "Regional News" page for more info.
What is my region? What if I live in one region but work in another?
Your region is the one in which you work. Click on the "Regional News" page for more info.
How much are MBEA dues?
The MBEA dues for 2004 are $35.00 for the professional membership and $15.00 for students and retired educators. Click here for the membership form.
What is the membership year?
Beginning in 2004 the membership year will reflect our fiscal year - January 1, 2004 to December 31, 2004.
What is NBEA?
The National Business Education Association (NBEA) is the nation's largest professional organization devoted exclusively to serving individuals and groups engaged in instruction, administration, research, and dissemination of information for and about business.
What is NCBEA?
North Central Business Education Association (NCBEA) is comprised of National Business Education Association Members (NBEA) from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
What is ISBE?
There are two organizations that work under the ISBE acronym. The first is the International Society for Business Education and the second is Instructional Strategies for Business Education.