Getting Involved
Foster the Legacy of Your Degree
Alumni are essential to the development of initiatives for the McCombs community. Thousands of alumni participate in leadership roles throughout the world by active involvement in the activities listed below.
MMA Network Advisory Board
The force behind many initiatives on behalf of alumni and the MBA program, including our Online Directory, Exchange Magazine, Annual Awards Celebration, and alumni outreach efforts. View a list of current board members and submit a nomination.
MMA Network Advisory Board Committees
Advisory board committees include Chapter Presidents, Mentorship, Governance, Experienced Alumni, Alumni Recognition, and Alumni Giving. They provide leadership that strengthens the network every year. Committees collaborate with current students and school leaders, draw alumni back into the community, and provide a forum for introducing new programs or initiatives.
Local Alumni Chapters
The MMA Network has chapters worldwide and there are many ways volunteers can help lead them. If you are interested in starting a chapter or serving on the steering committee in your area, please contact the MMA Network Office.
MMA Network Signature Events
Attend our upcoming events to network with fellow alumni, learn about the latest developments at McCombs, and enrich your career with professional development opportunities.
McCombs Advisory Council
The McCombs School of Business Advisory Council assists the dean, faculty, and staff of the McCombs School of Business in achieving and maintaining “best of class” status for the school.
Alumni Speaking/Writing Opportunities
If you are interested in speaking at alumni functions across the country or on campus in Austin, please contact the MMA Network Office and let us know how you would like to participate. There are also opportunities to submit articles for the annual alumni magazine and monthly e-newsletter.
Corporate Sponsorship
The MMA Network has a number of events and programs for both alumni and students. Many sponsorship opportunities are available that will give your company significant exposure and name recognition.
Giving to McCombs
Private support accounts for nearly 1/3 of the McCombs School's annual revenue, which makes outstanding facilities and opportunities possible. Learn about making a donation to the business school, endowing a scholarship, or underwriting an event.
Recruiting Texas MBA Students
McCombs Career Services provides a wealth of information for employers interested in hiring MBA Students. Learn about on-campus recruiting and posting positions on the McCombs Job Board.
Full-time MBA Alumni
The full-time MBA program was the first offered by the McCombs School of Business. Alumni from this program have a few longstanding traditions unique to their community.
Class Reunions
Full-time alumni celebrating their 5- and 10-year reunions reunite in Austin each fall to reminisce and visit McCombs.
MBA Alumni Endowed Excellence Fund
Created by MBAs for MBAs, this fund supports student initiatives with a broad and lasting positive impact. Examples of past projects funded include the Women in Business Leadership Conference, the Open MIC Case Challenge, FullCircle, the Net Impact Sustainable Business Summit, and New Directions for MBAs. Unique to McCombs, MAEEF has an interactive award selection process that encourages students to seek alumni advice and learn from their experience. Students, alumni, and school representatives work together to determine which initiative will receive the award each year.
McCombs Alumni Admissions Network (MAAN)
Our alumni play an integral role in shaping the future of the McCombs School of Business by helping us recruit top applicants to the MBA Program. Through MAAN, alumni can get involved by volunteering at forums around the nation and worldwide, interviewing applicants, answering questions via e-mail, attending welcome receptions, or contacting recently-admitted applicants.
