Towson University is offering a special on their Program Management Prep Course. Click here to learn more. Towson University announces the launching of a Homeland Security Seminar Program. Designed for executives and senior mangers, this program aims to assist organizational leadership to transform their organizations in a rapidly changing global and competitive market. The first exclusively homeland security related executive training of its kind in the area and led by experts in the field, the seminars provide a unique combination of instruction, coaching and peer interaction with practical, hands-on strategies for change. If your organization is interested in having a Towson University student work directly within your organization for a 4 -10 day mentoring program? The Mid-Atlantic CIO Forum Mentoring Program is a unique opportunity for members of the Forum to offer students (undergraduate and graduate) a chance to shadow member CIO’s and their organization in a realistic work environment. The student is required to work directly with your organization a minimum of once a month for at least 4 months. Students will work within the organization on a project identified by the CIO. The structure (content and schedule) of the proposed program will be submitted by the company for students to review and apply. For example, a company may choose a once a month for 5 months while another company may choose two days a month for 3 months, etc. Depending on the company’s structure and areas/departments the program submitted to the Mid-Atlantic CIO Forum Executive-in-Residence will vary, but a minimum of 4 days in a semester (September – December) or (January – May) or (June – August) is required. You need only express your interest in participating in the Mid-Atlantic CIO Forum Mentoring Program, and discussing your ideas for prospective candidates, we will handle the rest! Based on your requirements, the Executive-in Residence and staff will work with Towson University to compile a qualified candidate pool and let you review their portfolios and make the final determination on which candidate(s) best fit your program plans. Towson University has several undergraduate programs in the Computer Science area, Management Information Systems, and multiple Business degree areas. Towson University also offers a Master’s of Science in Applied Information Technology (AIT) as well as 6 graduate certificates in various skill areas of AIT that emphasize the skills, processes, and techniques necessary to develop and implement information systems to solve real-world problems. The graduate and undergraduate programs were created with input of industry leaders from business and government. As a result, the curriculum is tailored to address the current needs of IT organizations, enabling Towson University students to immediately add value to any organization. If you are interested in submitting a position profile for a CIO Mentoring position please download the Mentoring Position Profile form below and return completed form to the Mid-Atlantic CIO Forum Office, or call for further information at 410-704-6228. Click here for the request form:WORD | PDF
Towson University's Extended Education and On-Line Learning (EEOL) offers quality certificate programs, online courses, community outreach, and open enrollment options. The Extended Education and On-Line Learning (EEOL) unit of DECO can respond to your training needs efficiently and cost effectively. Our qualified faculty offer training and expert consultation in a variety of professional fields, including the following. Some current courses being offered both on-line and open enrollment are the following: EEOL also offers customized training and consulting on other topics specific to the nature of your organization’s or agency’s business. To find out how EEOL can help you achieve your goals, contact Mike Schroder at mschroder@towson.edu or 410-704-3742.
Division of Economic and Community Outreach
Mid-Atlantic CIO Forum
Office Location: 7400 York Road, Suite 302 D
Phone: 410-704-6228
Fax: 410-296-6142
E-mail:lyoung@towson.edu | 
