Applications for the Student Managed Investment Learning Experience (SMILE) Fund due Friday, Sept. 27
ALL UTC students from any major are eligible to participate. Visit utc.edu/smile-fund to learn more and to apply.
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What is the SMILE FUND?
The SMILE Fund is an investment fund at UTC that is led by undergraduate students. The fund, which has grown to have more than $600,000 in assets under management, provides select UTC students the opportunity to manage a real stock portfolio for a real client–the UC Foundation.
Why join?
Participation in the SMILE Fund can provide students with many invaluable rewards:
- Hands on experience managing REAL MONEY
- Potential academic and financial awards in course credits and scholarship awards
- Knowledge in investment analysis, security selection, and portfolio management
- Training and certification in the world’s leading investment software
- Exposure to global market conditions, volatility, and business cycles
- Experience producing professional documents such as annual reports
- Context for study material for the 1st level of the CFA exam
- Job preparation for careers in investments, wealth management, and stock analysis
- Sharpening of professional skills such as presenting in professional settings
- Lasting bonds with team members that share similar goals and career interests
- Stronger relationships with faculty and enhanced educational opportunities
- Closer access with professionals including exclusive networking opportunities
- Competitive advantage to bolster resumes and job interviews
- Unique and impactful stories to share with potential employers
- Recommendations for select internships and job openings
- Guaranteed letter of reference from the faculty advisor
- Increased confidence in obtaining both personal and professional objectives