The CIO Leadership programme is designed for senior IT management personnel in local/regional companies who wish to enhance their knowledge and competence in IT Management. This programme brings together local and international expertise.
Through this programme, participants will learn how to integrate key management concepts and best practices to develop strategic thinking and leadership skills as well as have an integrated view of the business landscape. The course will also cover current trends in technology and their relevance to local businesses in a (post-) pandemic world.
1. To provide participants with an IT leadership mindset.
2. To help participants formulate an ICT strategy and align it to the business strategy of their organisation.
3. To provide participants with knowledge on digital transformational skills to reinvent business models and create innovative products and services.
The Programme is structured into four separate Modules – including an international module – to be delivered over a period of 8 months. Each Module consists of 5 intensive days (full-time).
Module One: Self-Leadership and the Business Landscape.
Scheduled on: June 17 to 21, 2024
Venue: Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya
Module Two: International Module.
Scheduled on: Sept 9 to 13, 2024
Venue: Taltech University, Estonia
Module Three: Leadership and Decision Making.
Scheduled on: Nov 4 to 8, 2024
Venue: Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya
Module Four: IT Strategy & Management: Business Alignment
Scheduled on: Feb 3 to 7, 2025
Venue: Strathmore University, Nairobi, Kenya
Content delivery approach includes but not limited to the following:
a. Use of real-world case studies.
b. Thought-provoking lectures.
c. Live video-conferencing sessions.
d. Use of real-world case studies.
e. Visits to leading international companies(International Module).
For enterprises to successfully adapt to digital transformation, they need leaders who are skilled and equipped to implement the right digital technologies and the right business models related to Information Technology.
For this reason, Senior IT Management personnel need a deep understanding of Information Technology in order to provide effective leadership for their organisations.
1. Updated CV
2. Reference letter from employer (where necessary)
3. Passport size photographs
Applications are accepted throughout the year and should be received no later than two months before the start date. To get more details on the program start date and the cost implications, mail to: ilabindustryrelationsunit@strathmore.edu or call +254 703 034 616
