Program Objectives
Develop IT Leadership Fundamentals
Gain a comprehensive understanding of core IT principles, leadership theories, and strategic frameworks.
Enhance Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making Skills
Learn to analyze complex business problems, identify strategic options, and make sound decisions that align with organizational goals and values.
Lead and Manage IT Teams and Initiatives
Develop the skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, build consensus,
and drive results across different functional areas.
Embrace Innovation and Change
Cultivate a growth mindset, embrace emerging technologies like AI and machine learning, and lead
organizational transformation to adapt to market dynamics and customer needs.
Communicate Effectively and Build Relationships
Enhance your communication skills, both written and verbal, to inspire and motivate teams, influence
stakeholders, and build strong relationships within and outside the organization.
What You Will Learn
- Strategic Role of Information Technology Leadership and Emotional Intelligence
- Digital Transformation and CIO Responsibilities
- Building and Leading High-Performing IT Teams
- Strategic IT Management and Change Leadership
- Enterprise Systems and Data Management
- Cybersecurity Project Management
- IT Investment and Talent Management
- Future Trends and Innovation
FOUNDATIONAL IT LEADERSHIP
DAY 1: Transition to a Leadership role as an IT Manager
DAY 2: Emotional Intelligence for IT Managers
DAY 3: The Strategic Role of Information Technology
DAY 4: Fundamentals of Digital Transformation and the Emerging Role of the CIO
DAY 5: A Basic Intellectual Property Introduction
STRATEGIC IT INITIATIVES
DAY 6: Design Thinking: Creating the Digital Transformation Strategy
DAY 7: Roadmap for Digital Transformation Initiatives for the Business
DAY 8: The Agile CIO Leader
DAY 9: Leading Change
DAY 10: Managing Change
TECHNICAL IT MANAGEMENT
DAY 11: Major Enterprise Systems: ERP and CRM
DAY 12: Supporting Data-driven Decisions: Data Management, Big Data, and Analytics
DAY 13: Cybersecurity
DAY 14: Project Management: Waterfall and Agile
DAY 15: Cloud & DevOps: Continuous Transformation
SPECIALIZED CIO KNOWLEDGE & FUTURE TRENDS
DAY 16: Introduction to Blockchain
DAY 17: Data Analytics
DAY 18: Design Thinking for IT Innovation
DAY 19: IT Investment ROI and CAPEX Budget Prioritization
DAY 20: Managing, Engaging, and Retaining IT Talent
CULMINATING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
DAY 21: IT Project Management
DAY 22: Strategic Negotiations
DAY 23-24: Technology Trends: AI, Machine Learning, Immersive Technologies
DAY 25: Emerging IT Trends
Key Benefits
Strategic Thinking Development
Acquire advanced strategic thinking skills essential for analyzing complex business challenges, making informed decisions, and aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals.
Comprehensive Understanding of Emerging Technologies
Be on top of critical emerging technologies, including blockchain, artificial intelligence, and data analytics, to harness their potential for driving organizational change and maintaining a competitive edge.
Leadership Development for Digital Transformation
Enhance your leadership skills with a focus on emotional intelligence, agile leadership, and change management to inspire teams and navigate complex digital transformation initiatives effectively.
Who Should Attend
This program is ideal for IT professionals looking to advance their careers and assume leadership roles, including aspiring IT managers, experienced professionals seeking to update their skills in emerging technologies like blockchain and AI, IT specialists wanting to enhance their strategic and technical expertise, and business leaders aiming to understand IT management and digital transformation strategies.