Frequently Asked Questions – Resumes
What information and files will I need to complete the resume listing process?
You will need:
  • Your resume in PDF format with the following formatting/naming specifications:
    • PDF file names must be in the following format:
      Last Name + last four digits of your social security number (i.e., Smith1234).
    • PDF files must have the security feature disabled so we are able to open the file and prepare it for on-line viewing.

      If you need assistance creating a PDF file, please click here .

  • Your Annual Meeting attendance details. (You may wish to download the Annual Meeting Registration form here, complete it, and have it available when you begin the listing process.)
  • Visa, MasterCard, or American Express for payment.
When and where is the Annual Meeting?
This year's Annual Meeting will be held in Grapevine (Dallas), Texas at the Gaylord Texan on October 8-11.

Please click here for hotel information and reservations.

How do I access the form to list my resume?
Simply click here

Should I register for the Annual Meeting and then complete the forms for listing my resume?

No.
Listing a resume (or payment of early access fees for the Placement listings) includes a complimentary Annual Meeting registration. You will be asked to submit your Annual Meeting attendance details (hotel information, etc.) on the Position Listing or Resume Listing form
What are the fees for listing a resume?

PhD/DBA Students
Current FMA Members (1-2 pages): $155
Current FMA Members (3-10 pages): $205
Non-FMA Members (1-2 pages): $185
Non-FMA Members (3-10 pages): $235
Professionals
Current FMA Members (1-2 pages): $220
Current FMA Members (3-10 pages): $270
Non-FMA Members (1-2 pages): $320
Non-FMA Members (3-10 pages): $370
 
Special Limited-Time Offer for Professionals!
For only an additional $70, non-member professionals can obtain a
three-year membership for the price of two!
Non-FMA Members (1-2 pages) Three-Year Membership: $390
Non-FMA Members (3-10 pages) Three-Year Membership: $440

What is the deadline for listing a resume?
From April 1 through June 30 resume listings are accepted without late fees. From July 1 through the Annual Meeting, an additional $50 is automatically added to the fees. Listings can be processed and posted year-round.
Do I need to be an FMA member in order to list my resume?
The non-member resume listing fee includes a one year membership.
How do I obtain the user ID and password?
An email will be sent within 72 hours of receipt of your resume that will include 1.) confirmation of receipt of your resume; 2.) the FMA Placement homepage address, along with the user ID and password; and 3.) instructions to assist you if you need to update your resume.

Important! Because of junk mail and spam filters, please add fma@coba.usf.edu to your address book or white list to ensure you receive all mailings.

Can I share the user ID and password?
You may not share the user ID and password with anyone else; if you do, the password will be invalidated.
Can I gain access to the listings without listing my resume?
If you want early access to position listings, but do not want to post your resume, you can receive all services offered by paying the base resume listing fee. The base resume listing fees are:
  • FMA Member (PhD/DBA Student): $155
  • FMA Member (Professional): $220
  • Non-Member (PhD/DBA Student): $185
  • Non-Member (Professional): $320
You will receive a complimentary Annual Meeting registration with payment of the base resume listing fee. (If you later decide to post your resume, we will credit the fee to your listing.)
Can I make changes to my resume listing once it is posted?
Once your resume listing is uploaded and available for viewing, you can upload newer versions of your resume at any time! Your confirmation email will provide instructions to guide you through the process.
What is a message number?
Each resume and position listing is assigned a unique number during processing. The position number can be found at the top of the position listing. The resume number can be found next to the resume lister's name. These numbers will be used to leave messages for candidates and employers in the Placement Center at this year's Annual Meeting.
What is the Placement Center at the Annual Meeting?
The Placement Center is a large ballroom containing tables and chairs for interviewing as well as message boards (mailboxes) for leaving messages for and receiving messages from candidates. Resumes listed on-site at the Annual Meeting will be posted on message boards in the Placement Center.
What are the hours of operation of the Placement Center?
The Placement Center will be open:
  • Wednesday (October 8): 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday (October 9): 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday (October 10): 8:00 am - 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday (October 11): 8:00 am - 11:30 am
How do I register to attend the Annual Meeting?
There is no need to register! The listing fee includes a complimentary Annual Meeting registration and the attendance details you submit on your resume listing form will be processed for the Annual Meeting.
What is the cancellation policy?
Once you have posted your resume and/or are granted access to the online listings, there can be no refunds issued.


Frequently Asked Questions – Position Listings

What are the fees for listing a position announcement?
The position listing fee is $310.00 for up to a full page of text and includes a complimentary Annual Meeting Registration Fee for one (1) individual from the listing institution.
What information and files will I need to complete the position listing process?
You will need:
  • The position listing announcement in PDF format with the following specifications:
    • The PDF file cannot exceed one (1) page in length.
    • The PDF file name cannot have spaces or unusual characters (such as *, &, or #). Ideally, PDF file names should contain the name of the listing institution (such as CornellJobListing, etc.)
    • The PDF file must have the security feature disabled so we are able to open the file and prepare it for on-line viewing.
  • The Annual Meeting attendance details for the individual from your institution who will be assigned the complimentary registration. (You may wish to download the Annual Meeting Registration form here, complete it, and have it available when you begin the listing process.)

    Please click here for hotel information and reservations.

  • Visa, MasterCard, or American Express for on-line payment (if applicable). You will also be able to request an invoice during the listing process.
How do I access the form to list my position?
The electronic Position Listing Submission Form can be found here .

What is the deadline for listing a position?

From April 1 through June 30 position listings are accepted without late fees. From July 1 through the Annual Meeting, a $50 late fee is automatically added to the listing fee. Listings can be processed and posted year-round.
Can I fax my listing?
No - the listing you submit must be sent electronically.
When and where is the Annual Meeting?
This year's Annual Meeting will be held in Grapevine (Dallas), Texas at the Gaylord Texan on October 8-11.
Should I register for the Annual Meeting and then complete the forms for listing my position?
No.
Listing a position includes a complimentary Annual Meeting registration for one (1) individual from the listing institution. You will be asked to submit the Annual Meeting attendance details (hotel information, etc.) on the Postion Listing form
What is the Placement Center at the Annual Meeting?
The Placement Center is a large ballroom containing tables and chairs for interviewing as well as message boards (mailboxes) for leaving messages for and receiving messages from candidates. Resumes listed on-site at the Annual Meeting will be posted on message boards in the Placement Center.
What are the hours of operation of the Placement Center?
The Placement Center will be open:
  • Wednesday (October 8): 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday (October 9): 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday (October 10): 8:00 am - 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday (October 11): 8:00 am - 11:30 am
Can I reserve a table for interviews in the Placement Center?
Tables in the Placement Center are available on a first-come, first-served basis and reservations for tables are not accepted.

What is a message number?
Each resume and position listing is assigned a unique number during processing. The position number can be found at the top of the position listing. The resume number can be found next to the resume lister's name. These numbers will be used to leave messages for candidates and employers in the Placement Center at this year's Annual Meeting.
Do I need to be an FMA member in order to list an available position?
Although FMA recommends that the individual receiving the complimentary Annual Meeting registration be a current member, it is not necessary.
How do I obtain the user ID and password?
An email will be sent within 72 hours of receipt of your position listing that will include 1.) confirmation of receipt of your position; 2.) the FMA Placement homepage address, along with the user ID and password; and 3.) instructions to assist you if you need to update your position listing.

Important! Because of junk mail and spam filters, please add fma@coba.usf.edu to your address or white list to ensure you receive all mailings.

Can I share the user ID and password?
You may not share the user ID and password with anyone else; if you do, the password will be invalidated.
Can I gain access to the resumes without listing a position?
If you want early access to the resumes, but do not want to post a position, you can receive all services offered by paying the position listing fee. The listing fee is $310.

Your institution will receive one (1) complimentary Annual Meeting registration with payment of the position listing fee. (If you later decide to post your position, we will credit the fee to your listing.)

Can I make changes to my position listing once it is posted?
Once your position listing is uploaded and available for viewing, you can upload newer versions of your position listing at any time! Your confirmation email will provide instructions to guide you through the process.