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National Black MBA Association® Chapter Development Process
The following procedure indicates the process for forming a chapter of the NBMBAA®. A potential chapter will undergo three phases of development:

• Interest Group
• Interim Chapter
• Full Chapter

Before beginning this process, an individual interested in starting a chapter will need to complete the following steps:

Getting Started
An individual(s) with the intent to form an interest group should compile a brief summary detailing why there should be a new chapter in that area. The summary should address the following points:

• Are you aware of a chapter(s) in or near your city?
• Do you have at least 5 additional individuals interested in chartering a chapter at this time?
• How did you hear about the organization?
• Has there ever been a chapter in the city you are requesting?
• Do you have at least two major corporations that you believe would be interested in supporting a chapter?
• Do you have at least two Universities or colleges that you believe would be interested in supporting a chapter?

This request should be submitted to chapter.relations@nbmbaa.org along with two contact names, phone numbers and email addresses The National Headquarters office will evaluate and response to request within 30 days to provide direction and next steps toward becoming an official interest group.