Get Involved
Expand your educational and professional horizons by getting involved in any of our engagement opportunities offered by the TN Tech College of Business Information Technology Program. The Business Information Technology Program, along with the rest of the College of Business, maintains and supports student clubs and organizations, annual events and conferences, and program-specific student collaborations and experiential learning opportunities to further elevate our rich education experience. Getting involved not only opens doors for future employment and professional growth but also makes for a more memorable and valuable university experience.
Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP)
The Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) is a university club that connects students with technology, management, analytics, and more. AITP is perfect for students who are interested in a career in business and information systems and wanting to connect with professionals in the industry. Although Business and Information Technology students comprise the majority of the membership, all business students are encouraged to join. Please contact Dr. Susan Wells for more information.
Computer Forensics and Investigations
Computer Forensics and Investigations (DS4125) introduces students to the world of digital forensics. Computer Forensics is relevant to all areas of business, criminal justice, human resource management, computer science, and many other fields. Students develop skills working in a state-of-the-art forensic lab, solving cases using forensic methodologies. These cases include the use of steganography, cryptography, password cracking, recovery of deleted data, and analysis of digital artifacts. The class is designed to appeal to both technical and non-technical students who have a basic understanding of computer software (DS2810 or equivalent). If you are interested in enrolling or have further questions, please contact Dr. Doc Wells.
Eagle Works
Eagle Works is an annual competition held by the ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ Center for Rural Innovation in which ÐÓ°ÉÊÓƵ students can create, develop, and present entrepreneurial ideas for a chance to win. Students of any college, department, or discipline are invited to dream big and enter the shark-tank style competition to potentially receive funding for their team’s proposal. If you are looking for an entrepreneurial growth opportunity, be sure to enroll in the next Eagle Works competition. More information about Eagle Works »
Beta Gamma Sigma
Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) is the international business honor society for AACSB-accredited schools. Inducted as students, BGS members go on to serve in critical leadership roles in corporate, entrepreneurial, government, non-profit, and academic sectors. Membership in this organization represents national recognition of academic achievement. Membership is by selection and invitation, and those eligible include students who rank in the upper 7% of the junior class, the upper 10% of the senior class, and the upper 20% of the graduate class. Induction is in the spring semester, during which students are recognized at an annual induction ceremony and banquet.
