IE University

CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER PROGRAM

Develop the organizational knowledge and leadership skills to boost your strategic impact as a technology executive

Duration

5 weeks,
excluding orientation

Effort

7–10 hours per week,
self-paced learning online

Learning Format

Weekly modules,
flexible learning

This program is presented in English

ON COMPLETION OF THIS PROGRAM, YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH:

1

Insight into how chief technology officers (CTOs) can expand their influence in business strategy and decision-making to enhance their company-wide impact.

2

An understanding of the core pillars of digital transformation and the ability to successfully manage teams through the challenges of cultural change.

3

Knowledge of current technology trends and IT transformation tactics, and the confidence to operationalize different lean implementation methodologies and project management techniques.

4

Improved leadership and communication skills, and a certificate of completion from Spain’s leading university.1

1IE University (2021).

PROGRAM CURRICULUM

Over the duration of this online program, you’ll work through the following modules:

MODULE 1 The technology leader and digital transformation
Explore the skills needed as a technology leader for digital transformation.

MODULE 2 The technology leader and the enterprise strategy
Learn about the role of the technology leader within a business strategy.

MODULE 3 Lean implementation methodologies
Explore the different lean implementation methodologies.

MODULE 4 The new IT organization
Examine the strategies to transform an IT organization.

MODULE 5 Technology trends
Learn about the latest technology trends for reimagining a business strategy.

Please note that module titles and their contents are subject to change during program development.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Manuel López Martín de Blas

Professor, Bachelor in Information Systems Management, IE University

Manuel López Martín de Blas has more than 18 years of consulting experience in the pharma, high-tech, chemical, retail, and FMCG industries. His primary focus areas are business strategy and transformation, digital marketing, global operations in different domains, and consulting in IT-enterprise resource planning. He has significant experience in leadership roles in multinational and multicultural environments, and is highly skilled in conflict resolution and team motivation.

AN ONLINE EDUCATION THAT SETS YOU APART

This IE online program is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter. Join a growing community of global professionals, and benefit from the opportunity to:

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Gain invaluable competencies and recognition from an international selection of universities and institutions, online and in your own time

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Enjoy a personalized, people-mediated online learning experience created to make you feel supported at every step

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Experience a flexible but structured approach to online education as you plan your learning around your life to meet weekly milestones

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