STUDENT MEMBER BENEFITS: STUDENT MEMBER BENEFITS (Your Name) (Your Title) (DATE)


IABC brings you: IABC brings you A worldwide network of students A worldwide network of professionals Learning resources to help with schoolwork Job search resources and guidance Experience-building volunteer leadership roles


NETWORK OF STUDENTS: NETWORK OF STUDENTS IABC’s network of students around the world provides you with a community of peers when you have questions, need support, or want to discuss issues. MemberSearch Chapter meetings MemberSpeak


MemberSearch: MemberSearch E-directory of all IABC members (“eWorldbook”) Searchable by numerous parameters (e.g., location, chapter) Available around the clock


Chapter Meetings: Chapter Meetings Face-to-face networking and socializing Opportunity to develop relationships with other students and communication professionals Opportunity to share specific local information (e.g., job searching tips)


MemberSpeak: MemberSpeak A meeting place for the international IABC community to - Ask questions and get input from members - Discuss and debate issues - Form connections around the world - Brainstorm about specific job challenges Available around the clock


NETWORK OF PROFESSIONALS: NETWORK OF PROFESSIONALS IABC’s network of over 14,000 members is an extensive pool of wisdom and experience when you need guidance from a communication professional Student mentoring program MemberSearch Chapter meetings MemberSpeak


Student Mentoring Program: Student Mentoring Program Alliance with an experienced communication professional Opportunity to gather advice, career guidance, and insights from a trusted source Help making the right choices in the early stages of your career


LEARNING RESOURCES: LEARNING RESOURCES You can use IABC’s knowledge resources as research tools when writing papers and completing hands-on projects, and as background to add depth to what you’re learning in the classroom. Your exclusive access to IABC’s archives will give you an edge in school and beyond.


LEARNING RESOURCES: LEARNING RESOURCES MyComm Communication World magazine (CW) CW Bulletin Online Content Library Member pricing on IABC events and products


MyComm: MyComm Online communication planning tool developed by Cisco Systems Takes users through a six-step process that results in a finished plan Allows members to share and collaborate on plans via the web Is available exclusively to IABC members


Communication World magazine: Communication World magazine Features case studies on communication situations, insights and advice from seasoned communicators, news affecting communicators, IABC updates, and research findings High quality content, four color, coated paper, saddle stitched Delivered by mail 5x/year


CW Bulletin: CW Bulletin Delves deeply into a major topical concern in the communication profession Addresses skill development, industry news, and career development insights Past and upcoming topics include: career development, branding, measurement, global communication, PR, technology, change management, crisis communication Delivered monthly via e-mail


Online Archives: Online Archives Includes Communication World and CW Bulletin archives, IABC conference presentations and handouts, Gold Quill Award-winning communication plans, and helpful links. Quick info on employee communication, online communication, PR, skills development, strategy and council, reputation and branding Easy search ability powered by IABC’s Google server Available around the clock


Member pricing: Member pricing International Conference (special student rate) Knowledge Centre products (books and manuals on a variety of communication topics) Events (live events, teleseminars, web seminars) IABC Research Foundation reports


JOB-SEARCH RESOURCES AND GUIDANCE: JOB-SEARCH RESOURCES AND GUIDANCE Job Centre Student Connection Chapter resources


Job Centre: Job Centre On the IABC web site Jobs added every day Communication jobs from entry level to senior From all over the world Customized search capability Available around the clock


Student Connection: Student Connection IABC’s student connection provides guidance from experts and your fellow student members on conducting a job search, interviewing, and choosing a career


Chapter Resources: Chapter Resources Local job listings (web sites, newsletters) Access to the hidden job market through other IABC members Mentoring from other IABC members on interviewing and networking skills


VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP: VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP Add leadership positions to your resume Choose from a variety of roles to expand your experience and skills, including: - Marketing - Finance - Project management - Meeting planning - Public speaking - Mentoring -Chapter management


WHO BELONGS TO IABC? Students planning careers in…: WHO BELONGS TO IABC? Students planning careers in… PR Corporate communications Public affairs Investor relations Marketing communications, advertising Community relations Writing and editing Training Video and graphic production


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