Volume 67, Issue 3

The Business Life
by: Albert Jacob

 As the second half of the fall semester nears, undergraduates across the country are beginning their search for summer employment. Business students traditionally look to secure an internship with a firm in fields such as accounting, finance, and marketing. Their most basic intention is to learn firsthand what goes on in the so-called business world in order to better prepare themselves to enter it upon graduation. Many view their summer pursuits as a twelve week interview, with the hope of receiving a graduate job offer upon completion. At the very least, students who involve themselves in this process gain a leg up in their search for a full time job.

A Yeshiva Grad Rising to the Top of BMC Software
By Noah Davis

Over the past two years, it would appear that the makot have made their way to the country's fourth largest city, Houston, Texas.  First, "the Great Flood of 2001" transformed downtown pedestrian tunnels into raging rivers and the world’s largest medical center into a twenty block version of “E.R” in just a single night. Then, the First Born of Houston's high tech world, Compaq Computers, absorbed the shock of both anticipated and real layoffs as a result of the the HP merger...

Students Encounter Tough Job Market
by Michael Rosner

Reading the Wall Street Journal each morning has become a depressing task.  It seems like every day another company forecasts major losses or lays-off chunks hoards of employees as a result of a weakening economy.  With the current economic downturn, many Sy Syms students are wondering about their post-graduation job prospects.  “With all the negative sentiment out there, it will be very difficult to get a decent job this summer,” remarked finance major Yoni Sebag.

Sy Syms Orientation  
by Yoel D. Kelman

Wednesday, Ocotber 9th - Sy Syms students from both the Wilf and Midtown campus flocked to Weissberg Commons tonight for the annual Sy Syms School of Business Orientation.  The evening featured addresses from deans and students as well as a chance to peruse the numerous clubs scattered at tables throughout the room.

Cheaptext.com: A Rare E-Success Story  
by Commentator Staff

At the end of the Spring 2002 semester, three Yeshiva students went around collecting textbooks on consignment, saying that they were trying to centralize Yeshiva’s used book market with the distinct aim of obviating the annual struggle of finding used-book purchasers. At the same time, they promised that the books would be sold to students the following semester at significant discounts.

How to Find a Job
By David Zarmi

In the latest series of seminars offered by the Office of Placement and Career Services, Judah Kaplan, Vice President of Sales and Training at J.P. Morgan-Chase, addressed the students of the Sy Syms School of Business.  In a lecture entitled “How to find a Job,” Kaplan outlined the components he deemed necessary to succeed in today’s anemic business world.

Go After Interships!
by Evan Alan Schottenstein

It's extremely important for college students to take internship positions considering the competitive atmosphere of the today’s job market.  Students can find the job experience extremely helpful for job placement.  A serious internship on one’s resume can help a job applicant stand out from the crowd.  Employers find experienced workers valuable; they want to hire people who have been involved in the greater business environment...

Students Investing In Israel
By Exchange Staff

In times of war, governments often rely on the sale of bonds and other investments to alleviate the costs of war. In times of great national strife, governments will push the sale of bonds. The United States in the past has issued zero coupon low yield war bonds with great success as the nation united with patriotism to help the government in its’ time of crisis. It is in that spirit that the student body has once again begun to show their support for Israel by creating the Israel Investment Club for students, faculty members, and friends of the university.

Mock Video Interviews Prepare Seniors for the Future  
by Evan Zisholtz 

Nervously awaiting his mock interview, Avi Geffner paces back and forth in the waiting area.  After staring in amusement for some time, I finally entered the room and asked what was wrong.  Avi said, “I am about to have a mock video interview, and I have no clue what to expect.  I mean, I read all the potential questions the OPCS office gave me and dressed appropriately, but I still am very nervous..."

Running a Restaurant  
By Elad Cnaan 

When people consider opening a small business they often overlook many of the responsibilities and challenges involved.  Thousands of small businesses close annually, within a year of opening, due to inexperience and poor management.

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