Young Professionals

Just starting your career in government financial management? AGA is here to support you!

For three years, you can enjoy AGA’s membership at $45 per year — a discounted amount since you are new to the workforce. Early Career membership in AGA gives you access to resources to develop your skills and expand your knowledge. Become a part of AGA to build professional connections, boost your job performance and advance your career while positively impacting your community and country.

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Why AGA??

• Career Coaching and Professional Community:
  • Mentoring program: Receive career guidance and tips, while building powerful professional relationships.
  • Local chapters: Grow your network, gain valuable real-world experience, and secure amazing opportunities.
• Hands-On Training:
  • YP PDT training scholarship: Sharpen your networking skills at AGA’s Professional Development Training (PDT).
  • Member’s only webinars: Continue learning essential skills while earning Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit.
  • On-demand traning: Learn on-demand while earning CPEs.
  • Certified Government Financial Manager® (CGFM®): Become a CGFM with discounted application fees and Intensive Review Course fees.
• Leadership Opportunities:
  • YP focus group: Collaborate with a team of young professional leaders to brainstorm strategic approaches in appealing to the next generation of government financial management professionals.
  • Share your viewpoint as a volunteer on your chapter’s executive committee or on one of AGA’s national boards and committees.
  • Emerging Leader Award of Excellence: Apply to be recognized for notable contributions towards excellence in financial management.

Early Career Member Eligibility — $45/Year

To join AGA as an Early Career member, you must have fewer than three years of any work experience.

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Questions? Contact scholarships@agacgfm.org.