Alpha Kappa Psi Study Guide
Parliamentary Procedure - answer a set of rules for conduct at meetings, it allows
everyone to be heard and to make decisions without confusion
Majority - answer more than half of the votes cast
Quorum - answer the number of members that must be present for business to be
legally conducted (50% of membership + 1)
Robert's Rules of Order - answer Created in 1876, it is the basic handbook of operation
for most organizations. It is used because it is a time-tested method of conducting
meetings.
Agenda - answer1.) Call to Order - The chairperson calls the meetings to order.
2.) Roll Call - Members say present as their names are called.
3.) Minutes - The secretary reads a record of the last meeting.
4.) Office Reports - Reports given by executive officers pertaining to activities of the
past week or plans for the future.
5.) Team Reports - Reports given by team chairs.
6.) Special Orders - Important business previously designated for consideration at this
meeting.
7.) Unfinished Business - Business left over from previous meeting.
8.) New Business - Introduction of new topics.
9.) Announcements - Informing the assembly of other subjects and events.
10.) Adjournment - Meeting ends by vote, general consent, or presiding officer.
Making a Motion - answer1.) Obtain the floor
2.) Make the motion
3.) Wait for someone to "second" the motion
4.) Chair states the motion
5.) Expand the motion
6.) Call to previous question
Methods of Voting - answer1.) Voice
2.) Roll Call
3.) Show of Hands
4.) Secret Ballot
5.) General Consent
AKPsi Core Values - answer- Brotherhood
- Integrity
- Unity
, - Knowledge
- Service
Responsibilities of Members - answer1.) Attendance at every chapter meeting and
function.
2.) Each member should recruit at least one new member per semester to ensure
stability of the chapter.
3.) Assume responsibility, be reliable, and complete every task assigned.
4.) Assist other members in their tasks.
5.) Cooperate with the President and other officers.
6.) Make every effort to maintain at least a "B" average.
7.) Continue in school, support the chapter, and secure a degree.
8.) Prepare for professional and business success.
9.) Meet financial obligations promptly.
10.) Be loyal, friendly, sympathetic, honest, and dependable.
11.) Support, abide by, and enforce the Fraternity's Constitution, Statutory Code, Board
of Directors Statement of Policy as well as all other national policies and directives.
12.) Honor and support your Regional Management Team volunteers.
13.) Solemnly avow to the AKPsi Ritual.
Mission Statement - answerProviding resources for enhancing the educational
experience of future business leaders.
Vision Statement - answerAlpha Kappa Psi is recognized as the premier developer of
principled business leaders.
The Objects of Alpha Kappa Psi - answer- To further the individual welfare of its
members.
- To foster scientific research in the fields of commerce, accounts, and finance.
- To educate the public to appreciate and demand higher ideals therein.
- To promote and advance, in institutions of college rank, courses leading to degrees in
business administration.
Official Flower - answerthe yellow rose
Three Functions of AKPsi - answer1.) Fraternal
2.) Professional
3.) Social
Official Colors - answergold and navy blue
Significance of Blue - answerBrotherhood
Leadership
Unity
Education
Parliamentary Procedure - answer a set of rules for conduct at meetings, it allows
everyone to be heard and to make decisions without confusion
Majority - answer more than half of the votes cast
Quorum - answer the number of members that must be present for business to be
legally conducted (50% of membership + 1)
Robert's Rules of Order - answer Created in 1876, it is the basic handbook of operation
for most organizations. It is used because it is a time-tested method of conducting
meetings.
Agenda - answer1.) Call to Order - The chairperson calls the meetings to order.
2.) Roll Call - Members say present as their names are called.
3.) Minutes - The secretary reads a record of the last meeting.
4.) Office Reports - Reports given by executive officers pertaining to activities of the
past week or plans for the future.
5.) Team Reports - Reports given by team chairs.
6.) Special Orders - Important business previously designated for consideration at this
meeting.
7.) Unfinished Business - Business left over from previous meeting.
8.) New Business - Introduction of new topics.
9.) Announcements - Informing the assembly of other subjects and events.
10.) Adjournment - Meeting ends by vote, general consent, or presiding officer.
Making a Motion - answer1.) Obtain the floor
2.) Make the motion
3.) Wait for someone to "second" the motion
4.) Chair states the motion
5.) Expand the motion
6.) Call to previous question
Methods of Voting - answer1.) Voice
2.) Roll Call
3.) Show of Hands
4.) Secret Ballot
5.) General Consent
AKPsi Core Values - answer- Brotherhood
- Integrity
- Unity
, - Knowledge
- Service
Responsibilities of Members - answer1.) Attendance at every chapter meeting and
function.
2.) Each member should recruit at least one new member per semester to ensure
stability of the chapter.
3.) Assume responsibility, be reliable, and complete every task assigned.
4.) Assist other members in their tasks.
5.) Cooperate with the President and other officers.
6.) Make every effort to maintain at least a "B" average.
7.) Continue in school, support the chapter, and secure a degree.
8.) Prepare for professional and business success.
9.) Meet financial obligations promptly.
10.) Be loyal, friendly, sympathetic, honest, and dependable.
11.) Support, abide by, and enforce the Fraternity's Constitution, Statutory Code, Board
of Directors Statement of Policy as well as all other national policies and directives.
12.) Honor and support your Regional Management Team volunteers.
13.) Solemnly avow to the AKPsi Ritual.
Mission Statement - answerProviding resources for enhancing the educational
experience of future business leaders.
Vision Statement - answerAlpha Kappa Psi is recognized as the premier developer of
principled business leaders.
The Objects of Alpha Kappa Psi - answer- To further the individual welfare of its
members.
- To foster scientific research in the fields of commerce, accounts, and finance.
- To educate the public to appreciate and demand higher ideals therein.
- To promote and advance, in institutions of college rank, courses leading to degrees in
business administration.
Official Flower - answerthe yellow rose
Three Functions of AKPsi - answer1.) Fraternal
2.) Professional
3.) Social
Official Colors - answergold and navy blue
Significance of Blue - answerBrotherhood
Leadership
Unity
Education
