Question:
What are some benefits of joining (IT) professional organizations? What might be some disadvantages? In your discussions mention at least three (3) local or regional, two (2) national, and five (5) international IT professional organizations including their brief profile.
Answer:
No matter what your chosen field of study, as a graduate student we want to remain in the mainstream of our desired field. Of course there are numerous ways that this could be accomplished - networking, trade and professional journals, etc. However, one great way to accomplish this is by joining a professional association. below are some benefits that I myself consider.
For information technology professionals, the benefits of membership in professional organizations, whether national or local, should not be underestimated. The establishment of a professional community in the guise of professional organizations, where members can freely associate, develop relationships, and exchange ideas, transcends the more usual aspects of professional life to create common ground. As information technology moves from the province of the educated elite to the general consuming population, the importance of professional standards of ethics, education, and competence will greatly increase. Consumers and other nonprofessionals will require a certain known standard from those of us who develop and implement technological change. Like it or not, ready or not, information technology and the professionals who have taken the responsibility to implement it have become too vital to rely on chance. Professional organizations set the standards that increase confidence and reduce uncertainty.
Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP)
The Association of Information Technology Professionals was formed in the 1950s as a users’ group for the technically minded to keep ahead of the technological learning curve. Annual membership dues vary by regional chapter, but the average is around $120.
The organization’s mission is:
“…to provide superior leadership and education in Information Technology. AITP is dedicated to using the synergy of Information Technology partnerships to provide education and benefits to our members and to working with the industry to assist in the overall promotion and direction of Information Technology.”
The Association of Information Technology Professionals was formed in the 1950s as a users’ group for the technically minded to keep ahead of the technological learning curve. Annual membership dues vary by regional chapter, but the average is around $120.
The organization’s mission is:
“…to provide superior leadership and education in Information Technology. AITP is dedicated to using the synergy of Information Technology partnerships to provide education and benefits to our members and to working with the industry to assist in the overall promotion and direction of Information Technology.”
The organization maintains a Code of Ethics for its members as well as Standards of Conduct. The emphasis is on the obligation members have toward management and the professional responsibility they have to achieve competence, skill, and knowledge. The AITP publishes a monthly newsletter, The Information Executive, which focuses on current industry topics with contributions from industry experts, practitioners, and educators.
The Information Technology & Telecommunications Association (TCA)
The TCA was formed originally in 1961 to exchange information, ideas, and experiences in the telecommunications industry. Today, the TCA is comprised of diversified organizations, in regional chapters on an international scale.
The TCA was formed originally in 1961 to exchange information, ideas, and experiences in the telecommunications industry. Today, the TCA is comprised of diversified organizations, in regional chapters on an international scale.
The TCA’s mission:
“The Information Technology and Telecommunications Association is the resource for information technology and telecommunications professionals involved in transporting, connecting and integrating data, image, video and voice.”
Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals (ICCP)
Founded in 1973, the Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals is acknowledged throughout the information and technology sectors as an authoritative source of professional certification. The CCP examinations demand a high degree of professional competence. The tests are organized into 17 specialty exams ranging from Business Information Systems to RPG/400 Language.
The ICCP offers 2 professional designations:
Founded in 1973, the Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals is acknowledged throughout the information and technology sectors as an authoritative source of professional certification. The CCP examinations demand a high degree of professional competence. The tests are organized into 17 specialty exams ranging from Business Information Systems to RPG/400 Language.
The ICCP offers 2 professional designations:
- Certified Computing Professional (CCP)
- Associate Computing Professional (ACP)
Society of Information Technology Management (SocITM)
The Society of Information Technology Management was formed in 1985 with the main stated objective being to promote the effective and efficient use of Information Technology in Local Government and the Public Sector within the United Kingdom. Full Membership is open to officers directly employed by qualifying organizations in the public sector and who have a major influence within their authority on matters of IT strategy and/or IT policy and/or IT delivery functions.
The Society of Information Technology Management was formed in 1985 with the main stated objective being to promote the effective and efficient use of Information Technology in Local Government and the Public Sector within the United Kingdom. Full Membership is open to officers directly employed by qualifying organizations in the public sector and who have a major influence within their authority on matters of IT strategy and/or IT policy and/or IT delivery functions.
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