ABC Membership Benefits

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Member Awards

Be recognized for your teaching, research, consulting, service, publications, and contribution to ABC with our member awards.

Student Travel Grants

As an undergraduate or graduate student, apply for a travel grant to present your research at our ABC Annual International Conference or at a regional conference. 

Special Interest Groups

Meet colleagues who share your professional interests (e.g., generative AI, consulting, rhetoric) and join committees to support important ABC initiatives.

Research Grants 

Apply for financial support for your business communication research. 



Conference Discounts

Members receive reduced pricing for our ABC Annual International Conference and regional conferences.  


Teaching Materials and Mentoring

Access members' presentations, assignments, and other teaching materials for your classes; participate in our Mentorship Program.

Networking and Collaboration 

Find colleagues who share your interests in our member directory and in our Research and Collaboration Community.


Exclusive Events 

Participate in ABC's regional events to explore current business communication topics and to network with people in your area.


Access to Publications

As an ABC member, you receive a subscription to our two journals: International Journal of Business Communication (IJBC) and Business and Professional Communication Quarterly (BPCQ) 


For questions about ABC membership or for help with the registration process, please contact abc@businesscommunication.orgLibraries and other institutions may subscribe to ABC journals by contacting Sage Publications.