Technology Leadership

Specialized Certificate

About the Technology Leadership Program

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Obtain the Practical Leadership Skills Needed to Manage Technology, Staff and IT organizations.

The Technology Leadership certificate addresses a broader perspective with emphasis on practical leadership skills necessary for leading and transforming organizations. The certificate will focus on the enterprise-level strategic, operational, and technological aspects of current and emerging technologies. The program will also provide the opportunity to network with other professionals in the field and can be completed in as short as 6 months.

At the end of this program, you will:

Obtain applied and practical leadership skills in the management of technology, staff, and IT organizations.
Understand the framework for enterprise technology management including technology, business, and financial aspects.
Have an overview of emerging technology and related opportunities, challenges, risks, and pitfalls.
Exposed to practical solutions for business issues related to technology.
Obtain soft skills including communication, transparency, persuasion, expectation management, and problem solving.

Professionals who aim to harness technology potentials to advance in their organizations, including:

IT professionals interested in managerial and executive leadership roles.
IT professionals who want to stay informed about emerging trends.
IT Project Managers and Team Leaders.
Business managers and executives who have technology oversight roles.

Students Looking To Gain Practical Experience

Hands-on workshops, case studies, individual and team-based projects in a motivational and supportive environment. The topics in this program are regularly updated to incorporate up-to-date and contemporary issues.

Technology Leadership is one of the most sought-after skills by organizations worldwide. Adopting and adapting to new technologies is a requirement to advance your business, and the ability to lead and transform your team in the process is crucial.

Program Benefits

Short program, can be completed in only 2 quarters
Courses can be taken in any order and in parallel
Obtain skills immediately applicable
Companies will benefit from the participants knowledge and skills in leading technology projects, staff, and IT organizations; and in evaluating and implementing emerging technology

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Courses

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IT Project ManagementBUSA-41012

Units: 3.00

$695

Manage Projects in Fast Paced, Multi-dimensional EnvironmentsOften, traditional project management methods do not adequately meet the challenges posed by today s complex and fast paced environments.T...

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Upcoming Start Dates:

April 4, 2023

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Digital TransformationBUSA-41011

Units: 3.00

$695

Assess the Maturity and Effectiveness of IT OrganizationsDigital Transformation is essential for IT professionals utilizing technology to strengthen and advance their organizations. It includes the ad...

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Upcoming Start Dates:

April 18, 2023

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

The Business Side of Technology ManagementBUSA-41009

Units: 3.00

$695

Identify Business and Organizational Considerations for New Technology AdoptionWe are currently witnessing an explosion in technology advancements. Implementing new or updated technology requires a sp...

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Upcoming Start Dates:

July 11, 2023

Typically Offered: Winter, Summer

Think Like a CIOBUSA-41010

Units: 3.00

$695

Understand the new role of CIO in the digital economy and modern organizationsIn addition to leadership skills, the successful CIO must have a strong grasp of technology, business, management, finance...

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Upcoming Start Dates:

July 11, 2023

Typically Offered: Winter, Summer

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Learning Formats

Live Online
Fully online instructor-led training using live virtual class meetings via Zoom conferencing system. Participate in weekly discussion topics to help you engage with the content and share meaningful experiences. Please see course schedule for more information on the exact meeting times.

Hybrid Options
Available in both a workshop or cohort modalities. Get the opportunity to connect and collaborate more with your peers!

Workshop: take the last course, Think Like a CIO (BUSA-41010), in hybrid a format. Students will attend the first 5 weeks Live Online and the last sessions are in-person for 3 consecutive days. Please check the course page for more information.
Cohort: Develop a closer connection with your classmates and get to know your group through 3 consecutive days in person. Cohort participants will complete the program together and will collaborate on a final project.

Cohort Opportunity

Get the chance to connect and collaborate with your peers! Enroll in a cohort of like-minded students and complete the program together.

View the table below to see the schedule and formats available for the cohort option:

First Quarter
IT Project Management (BUSA-41012)	3 days in-person + 5 weeks Live Online.
Digital Transformation (BUSA-41011)	10 weeks Live Online
Second Quarter
The Business Side of Technology Management (BUSA-41009)	10 weeks Live Online
Think Like a CIO (BUSA-41010)	5 weeks Live Online + 3 days in person.

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