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Our History
Business majors enrolled in the Financial Analyst Program, class of 2008, Matthew Alfieri, Vincent Cisternino and Michael Reynolds, drafted the initial business plan for the group. Their dedication and unbridled ambition to make the idea come to fruition with the support of then Massry School of Business Dean Paul Leonard and alumnus Gary Jacobson ‘82, the group received a $100,000 endowment from the University at Albany Foundation. The founders set the bar high: the first UASBIG analyst class selected was made up of nine of the thirty candidates who applied for membership. The group has grown enormously and now consists of more than thirty members from many different age groups, backgrounds and academic concentrations. What they have in common is a passion for the field of finance, a strong academic track record, the desire to learn about equity markets, security analysis and the broader economy, and a strong desire to succeed.
Who We Are
Here at UASBIG, we provide an environment conducive to the education of undergraduate students who have a genuine interest in and passion for the field of finance. Our group allows students to learn proper research techniques for successful portfolio and investment management and to manage a portfolio of live assets. The goal of the UASBIG common stock portfolio is to outperform the returns of the S&P 1500 Index by maximizing the value of assets under management with adherence to a sound long-term investment policy. Approximately 40 students serve as security analysts. After careful analysis, students pitch the stocks to the UASBIG advisory board during weekly conference calls. Officers prepare regular performance reports and make annual presentations to the Foundation Board. The Center for Institutional Investment Management is the prime sponsor of UASBIG. CIIM funds the UASBIG subscription to Bloomberg and uses the opportunity to train students in security analysis and portfolio management.
What to Expect as a UASBIG Analyst
Collaboration
Work alongside a team of talented UAlbany students to co-manage a real-world stock portfolio, gaining hands-on experience and learning from the best minds at the school.
Education
Gain the skills to construct financial models, mirroring the complex analyses used by Wall Street professionals to evaluate investment opportunities
Networking
Benefit from our alumni connections in the finance industry, gaining access to exclusive job opportunities and networking events that can propel your career to new heights.
