- 4. Establish digital engagement as a distinctive area of excellence for students, faculty, and community partners.
CADEET's Strategic Approach
CADEET will integrate four core elements:
- Digital Innovation Lab – Hands-on exposure to AI, blockchain, cloud computing, and other emerging technologies.
- Entrepreneurship Training & Incubation – Business development support, mentorship, and startup resources.
- Workforce & Leadership Development – Industry-aligned career pipelines, micro-credentials, and upskilling programs.
- Community Engagement & Economic Impact – Digital inclusion initiatives for local businesses and underserved communities.
CADEET Operations
CADEET will provide seminars, workshops, and training programs including:
- Advanced Excel
- Data Visualization
- Power BI and Tableau
- Design Thinking
- Emerging Technologies (AI, cloud, cybersecurity)
CADEET will also offer:
- Tutoring
- Mentoring
- Business data consulting services
Center Administration
CADEET will be administered by School of Business faculty and staff:
- Director: Dr. James Obielodan, Professor of Management Information Systems
- Associate Director: To be determined
- Assistant:- Assistant Director: To be determined
See (Organizational chart in the Appendix.