CGCC Business & Computing Studies Division

Have a business idea you've been thinking about?

Take the next step and enter the Business Pitch Competition hosted by the Chandler-Gilbert Community College Entrepreneurship Center!

Pitch your venture before experienced Gilbert Chamber Foundation judges, gain valuable real-world feedback, grow your network, and compete for cash prizes.

🏆 Prize Opportunities:
🥇 First Place: $3,500
🥈 Second Place: $1,000
🥉 Third Place: $500

New to pitching? Participants are encouraged to attend our optional Pitch Preparation Workshop on June 9 to help refine their presentations and build confidence before competition day.

Competition Date: June 25, 2026
Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences, Gilbert
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Applications due June 11

Whether you're launching a startup, testing a new idea, or looking to sharpen your entrepreneurial skills, this is your opportunity to share your vision and take your business to the next level.

Turn data into insights with the Data Analytics Fast Track Microcredential Pathway.

The Business & Computing Studies Division at Chandler-Gilbert Community College is excited to share this Maricopa Community Colleges program designed to help learners build in-demand skills in data analytics in just 24 weeks.

Through this live online program, participants will gain hands-on experience in:
• Data Analytics Fundamentals
• Excel
• SQL
• Data Visualization with Power BI
• Python

Students will also earn open digital badges and complete a capstone project to showcase their skills to employers.

June 9 to December 15, 2026
Live Online
Tuesdays, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
$790

Whether you're looking to upskill, pivot into a new career, or strengthen your technical toolkit, this pathway offers a practical and flexible way to get started.

🔗 Learn more and register: maricopa.edu/mcp-data-analytics

Summer is here

Arizona heat season has officially arrived, and we want to know: how do you stay cool?

Favorite drinks? Pool days? Staying inside with the AC blasting?

Share your favorite ways to beat the heat in the comments below

The Business & Computing Studies Division at Chandler-Gilbert Community College is excited to offer our AI for Business Microcredential, a practical, hands-on opportunity to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping today’s business world.

In this 12-week, live-online program, participants will learn how to apply AI across key areas, including marketing, customer support, accounting and finance, human resources, and business operations.

Program begins September 14 - December 7
Meets Mondays from 6:00–8:30 PM
Live-online
Cost: $300

This program is ideal for students, professionals, and entrepreneurs looking to stay competitive and informed in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

To apply or learn more, please contact [email protected]

Stay ahead. Stay innovative.

Turn data into insights with the Data Analytics Fast Track Microcredential Pathway.

The Business & Computing Studies Division at Chandler-Gilbert Community College is excited to share this Maricopa Community Colleges program designed to help learners build in-demand skills in data analytics in just 24 weeks.

Through this live online program, participants will gain hands-on experience in:
• Data Analytics Fundamentals
• Excel
• SQL
• Data Visualization with Power BI
• Python

Students will also earn open digital badges and complete a capstone project to showcase their skills to employers.
June 9 to December 15, 2026
Live Online
Tuesdays, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
$790

Whether you're looking to upskill, pivot into a new career, or strengthen your technical toolkit, this pathway offers a practical and flexible way to get started.

Learn more and register: maricopa.edu/mcp-data-analytics

Summer is almost here, and Chandler-Gilbert Community College has camps for every kind of learner and athlete!

Students can explore exciting topics like:
Artificial Intelligence
Robotics
Drones
Cybersecurity
Biotechnology
Basketball

Whether you want to build robots, fly drones, sharpen your cybersecurity skills, or improve your game on the court, there’s a summer camp waiting for you.

Scan the QR code or visit the link in our bio to learn more and register.

Congratulations, graduates!

Your hard work, perseverance, and dedication have brought you to this incredible milestone. Whether you’re continuing your education, starting a new career, or pursuing your entrepreneurial dreams, you’ve built a strong foundation for success.

The Business & Computing Studies Division at Chandler-Gilbert Community College is proud of all you have accomplished and excited to see where your journey takes you next.

Keep learning, keep growing, and keep reaching for your goals. The future is yours.

Congratulations, Class of 2026!

What a fantastic year for the CGCC Coding Club!

Throughout the year, our Coding Club members explored programming, hardware, and problem-solving through hands-on projects, collaborative workshops, and community outreach.

One of the highlights of the year was hosting local students for a special event where our members shared their knowledge and passion for technology. From coding and circuit building to demonstrating real-world applications of computing, our students showcased both their technical skills and their ability to mentor the next generation of innovators.

Whether they were debugging code, assembling hardware, or helping others discover the excitement of technology, our Coding Club members embodied curiosity, teamwork, and leadership.

Congratulations to all of our Coding Club students on a successful year. We’re proud of the creativity, dedication, and enthusiasm you brought to every meeting and event.

We can’t wait to see what you build next!