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Join us for the DeGroote AIS General Meeting, where we introduce our organization and its mission to support academics in Information Systems. Established in 1994, we connect approximately 4,000 members across 90 countries. Learn about our networking opportunities, seminars with industry experts, and hands-on projects that enhance your skills and marketability. Participate in events like the Imagine Cup for a chance to win prizes and recognition. Prepare for a successful career in technology and gain insights into the evolving business landscape.
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Who we are? • What we do? • How does this benefit you? Agenda
Today : In any industry, technology plays a strong role. Who we are?
We are here to help: • began operations in 1994 • international professional organization serving as the premier global organization for academics specializing in Information Systems. • Consists of approximately 4,000 members from 90 countries around the world History
First Canadian Student Chapter • The DeGroote AIS officially began operations on May 1, 2010 • selected and featured in the second annual student chapter conference which was held in Atlanta, Georgia 2010 • had the privilege of having a member serve on the inaugural AIS Student Advisory Board at this conference Your DeGroote AIS
To promote learning in the field of IS • To help students pursue a career in this area Our Mission:
We will accomplish our mission by: • Offering networking opportunities • Tutorials on different technologies throughout the year • Knowledge on how these technologies will apply to your future career What we do?
Seminars: • Many seminars throughout the year will have guest speakers Guest speakers will be able to give you insight into how technology is affecting the business world today. Networking
Throughout the semester: • Hands-on learning experience covering topics such as: • Windows 8 phone • Website Design and Analysis • Partake in a project learning: • Where laws have to be considered • Analyzing project feasibility Technologies
Future career with technology? • What to consider? • Designations you can receive • Problems surrounding the business world today Future
More Marketable • More recognition • More knowledge Benefits to you:
Part of an organization • Partake in something larger including events and competitions • Gain knowledge about designations that help you in the workplace Marketable
Participate in the Imagine Cup: • Win a trip to Russia • Win $50,000 • Gain recognition from Parliamentary members Recognition
Gain knowledge of industry today: • Be prepared for the technology knowledge requirements you must meet when applying for a job • Project management skills acquired Knowledge
We begin: • Idea Generation Seminar: • October 17 • featuring Jared Lenover • Technology in Social Media • Come with ideas, laptops, and motivation • October 23 • Come with ideas, laptop, and motivation to be part of something great Be Prepared!
Next: • Wednesday, October 3, 2012 • Bring friends, and come mingle Thank you!