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Explore Your Journey in Tech. Futureproof Your Skills.
The Batten Institute prepares leaders to innovate and adapt in a tech-driven world.
Whether you're launching a career in tech or building an understanding of the latest developments and applications in the field, the Batten Institute provides the resources to succeed—in and outside the classroom. Explore the resources below to learn about our partnerships in the DC tech ecosystem, how we're connecting with and supporting industry professionals and alumni, and the latest in our student programming opportunities.
Watch: How the Batten Institute is Unlocking Tech for All
Students, faculty, alumni and industry leaders come together to learn, connect and collaborate around AI and technology across business sectors. By engaging in co-curricular programming and developing partnerships locally and globally, Darden’s tech ecosystem extends well beyond the classroom.
Shaping the Future of Tech
Darden’s dynamic alumni network and strong presence in major tech ecosystems like Silicon Valley, DC, NYC, and Seattle serve as a gateway to success in tech and other related industries. With graduates excelling at top companies and startups, you’ll connect with a powerful community of innovators and changemakers, opening doors to new opportunities post-Darden.
Resources for Practitioners
Experts from Darden and the Batten Institute community provide insights on the latest technology trends and research.
Launch Your Future: Scholarships & Internships
Explore competitive scholarships and high-impact internship opportunities designed to support student academic journeys and accelerate career growth.
Batten Venture Internship Program (BVIP)
Interested in early-stage startups, search funds or recently acquired closely held enterprises? This prestigious matched-funding program will help you make the right connections for your Darden MBA summer internship.
Batten Scholars: Driving Tech Innovation
Our Batten Scholars are shaping the future of technology and innovation. Explore how these exceptional Full-Time, Part-Time and Executive MBA students and alumni are leveraging their skills to lead in the tech sector.
Start Your Tech Journey
Connect, learn and lead through exclusive Batten Institute events designed for tech enthusiasts and professionals.
Tech Learning Series
No matter where you fall on the interest continuum, from mere curiosity to tech-or-die, this *new* learning series is for you! Through a mix of faculty-led deep dives to hands-on workshops with alumni and industry practitioners, Batten’s Tech Learning Series equips you with the knowledge and skills to navigate an evolving tech landscape.
DC Tech Connect
Held in collaboration with Darden's Batten Institute, Career Center and Technology Club, this annual day-long event for current students includes tech company visits, speaker panels and a networking reception for students, alumni and members of the Capital Region's tech and VC communities.
Student Clubs
The Batten Institute works closely with Darden student organizations like the Technology Club, Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital (EVC) Club and GenAI club to host relevant programming that focuses on building the tech community and providing skills-based workshops for students.
Learn From Darden Experts
In a world awash in strategies, Darden ideas stand out. They’re not theory for theory’s sake: emerging from the intersection of academic research and practice, Darden insights are intentionally accessible and all about creating real-world impact, putting humans at the center.
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