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The Business of IT: Understanding Technology’s Role in Modern Organizations


Description
The Business of IT is an immersive, experiential learning program that demystifies the technology landscape and empowers future professionals with a clear understanding of how IT drives organizational success. Designed for individuals entering the industry—whether pursuing technical or technology-adjacent pathways—this course provides essential context, practical insights, and real-world exposure to the systems, roles, and innovations shaping today’s digital workplaces. Participants leave with a stronger grasp of how technology fuels strategy, efficiency, and competitive advantage across all business functions.

Some topics are as follows:
• How IT enables, influences, and accelerates core business goals
• Overview of key technology and tech-adjacent roles—and how they collaborate
• Exploration of emerging and innovative technologies such as Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, and Data Science
• Understanding how different business units (Marketing, HR, Finance, Operations, etc.) leverage tech tools to improve decision-making and performance
Content
  • The Business of IT 0325
  • HYPE Leadership Academy Session 10 post-course eval - Complete by 12pm on 3/6
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed