The National Management Institute, offered exclusively at the Delta Epsilon Chi International Career Development Conference, was conceived as a forum to allow Delta Epsilon Chi members to discuss critical issues with business professionals. The perceptions and philosophies of experienced business professionals can help Delta Epsilon Chi members better prepare for their roles as supervisors and managers.



The theme and presentation topics for each are selected with input from chapter advisors and the Postsecondary Program Advisory Council. The NMI typically includes presentations by industry professionals, a case study analysis, an off-site experience with one or more local organizations and a team presentation. Students who are registered for a competitive event or a special activity (voting delegate, officer candidate, etc.) may also attend parts of the NMI.

Current NMI Guidelines

National Management Institute 2007

ESPN The Magazine and ESPN Fundraising Program was the focus of the 2007 National Management Institute in Orlando, Florida.

Students discoved how Disney, ABC and ESPN came together to form one of the most powerful entertainment companies in the world.

NMI participants also toured Disney's Wide World of Sports, a world-class sporting destination and the Spring Training home of the Atlanta Braves.

The 1st Place team received a $1,000 cash award.

National Management Institute 2006

The Dallas Mavericks, a perennial NBA playoff team and championship contender, were the focus of the 2006 National Management Institute in Dallas, Texas. The NMI included a presentation by the Mavericks executive team and a tour of the state-of-the-art American Airlines Center.

Institute participants worked in teams to analyze a case study situation presented by the Mavericks. Each team then presented their recommendations for the situation.

National Management Institute 2005

The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, part of Major League Baseball, was the focus of the 2005 National Management Institute. The Institute included a presentation by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, and a tour of Angel Stadium of Anaheim. NMI participants then teamed up for a case study project related to the business side of the 2004 American League West Champions.