Student Organizations

The department supports several student-run clubs that provide social and learning opportunities to students.

Traders@SMU

The premier trading and financial markets club at SMU, Traders@SMU are dedicated to educating and empowering students interested in trading, investing, and financial markets.

Private Banking & Asset Management Club (PBAM)

The Private Banking and Asset Management Club prepares students for careers in private banking, wealth management, and asset management through educational programming, industry engagement and hands-on experience in portfolio construction. 

Velaris Investment Partners

Velaris Investment Partners provides students with hands-on experience in investment analysis and portfolio management through structured analyst training, collaborative research and networking opportunities with finance professionals. 

Competitions

College Fed Challenge

Fiscal Challenge

The Econ Games

American Economic Association Summer Training and Scholarship Program