Professional associations

Membership of a student chapter of a professional organisation reflects well on the students who are involved. Their participation shows that they are keen students who are interested in their chosen field.
Below are web sites of various Professional Associations that may be of interest to you.

• Australian Computer Society
• Australian Medical Association (South Australia) Inc
  The AMA is the voice of the medical profession. The AMA is at the forefront of issues with Federal and State Governments on matters which confront the medical profession.
• Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology
• AusIMM
  The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (The AusIMM) represents the interests of professionals associated with the mining, exploration and minerals processing industries. Our members are drawn from all sections of industry: private enterprise, government, research, education and consultancies.
• APESMA
  The Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers, Australia (APESMA) is an industrial association representing the interests of over 27,000 Engineers, Scientists, Veterinarians, Surveyors, Information Technology Professionals, Pharmacists, Architects, Managers and Transport Professionals.
• CPA
  CPA is Australia's premier professional organisation of Certified Practising Accountants. A degree in finance, accounting or business is a great start. But if you want to become a leader in these fields you need to be positioned to take advantage of career opportunities that come your way. Your CPA qualification gives you the edge you need to get to the top.
  www.cpacareers.com.au
• The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia
  Most of you are probably looking for a career that offers variety, travel, high pay and job security. Register for the CA Online student community and find out more about the opportunities. Becoming a CA can really launch you into your dream career.
• Financial Services Institute of Australasia
  FINSIA is committed to raising standards in the securities and financial services industry.
• Engineers Australia SA Division
  Engineers Australia (EA) is a fantastic organisation for engineering students and graduates. Encompassing an international network of members from every industry, providing a means for continuing professional and personal development through local national and international events.
• Law Society of South Australia
• National Institute of Accountants
  The National Institute of Accountants (NIA) represents over 13,500 accounting, business and finance professionals nationally (including over 2,100 in South Australia). Our members are represented at all levels in accounting, business advisory and finance roles across all industry sectors and in public practice.
• Petroleum Exploration Society of Australia
• Royal Australian Chemical Institute
• Royal Australian Institute of Architects
• Market Research Society of Australia
• Financial Planning Association
• AIESEC
  AIESEC is the leading Global organisation which develops youth leadership through an International Traineeship Exchange Program.
• Institution of Chemical Engineers
• www.whynotchemeng.com