Currently, the SIFE organization consists of about 30,000 students at over 350 colleges and universities. One of the most unique aspects of the organization is the annual regional and national contests to recognize the best community service and business development projects organized by participating colleges and universities. Competition against other teams has lead to dramatic increases in overall quality of projects during the past three to four years. Another beneficial aspect is the added exposure to potential recruiters, given that many of the judges for the competitions are leaders from industry. The lessons emphasize the application of math in problem-based approaches, using technology available at the schools and the university.
Publishing is a second major project.
In addition to an annual report and semiannual newsletters, the major publishing project consists of selecting, editing, publishing, and disseminating The Accounting Student Journal. Selected articles represent the finest essays written by students enrolled in CSU, Chico's undergraduate business courses. Essays written by students completing this course will be considered for publication in future volumes. Starting Fall 1996, the lessons at the junior high will be delivered using Powerpoint presentations and motion graphics. A fourth noteworthy program involves the SIFE team's emphasis on public relations and dissemination.