University of British Columbia: Executive IT Leader Program
Description
his program is tailored for IT leaders aiming to refine their strategic and operational capabilities to drive innovation and business success. It covers advanced concepts in leadership, digital transformation, cybersecurity governance, and change management tailored to the dynamic IT landscape.
Duration: 12 weeks (3 hours per week)
Format: Blended learning (Online and On-site sessions)
Module Overview:
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Week 1-2: Strategic IT Leadership
- Understanding the role of a CIO/CTO in today’s business environment
- Aligning IT strategy with corporate strategy
- Leadership theories and styles effective in IT
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Week 3-4: Innovation and Technology Management
- Managing IT as a business unit
- Leading innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Evaluating and implementing emerging technologies
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Week 5-6: Data Governance and Cybersecurity Leadership
- Frameworks and best practices for data governance
- Leading cybersecurity initiatives and understanding regulatory requirements
- Crisis management and response strategies
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Week 7-8: Financial Management for IT Leaders
- Budgeting, forecasting, and managing IT costs
- Communicating value and ROI to stakeholders
- Financial acumen for technology projects
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Week 9-10: Change Management and Organizational Development
- Designing and leading change in a tech environment
- Overcoming resistance and managing team dynamics
- Building and leading cross-functional teams
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Week 11-12: Capstone Project
- Participants will initiate and present a project that solves a real-world business problem using IT strategic management principles.
- Peer reviews and feedback sessions
Learning Outcomes:
- Develop strategic thinking and leadership skills that align IT initiatives with business objectives.
- Gain expertise in managing risk, cybersecurity, and compliance within corporate governance frameworks.
- Master financial and budget management skills specific to IT projects.
- Enhance capabilities in leading change and transformation in technology-driven environments.
Assessment Methods:
- Participation and engagement in discussions (20%)
- Mid-term assignment: Analysis of a technology management issue (30%)
- Final capstone project presentation (50%)
Required Readings:
- List of contemporary articles, case studies, and book chapters will be provided at the start of the course.
Guest Lectures:
- Industry leaders from various sectors will provide insights into real-world challenges and expectations for IT executives.
Certification:
- Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successfully finishing the program, demonstrating their readiness for executive roles in IT
What you will learn
- Engage directly with successful senior IT and business executives and thought leaders.
- Take charge of your own leadership effectiveness with a personal leadership development plan.
- Challenge, develop and practice your analysis, influence and decision-making skills in a business context.
- Master the challenges of multi-level teamwork and changes in real-world simulations.
- Develop, commit to, and monitor measurable and immediately actionable goals.
Addressed to
- Seeks to expand knowledge and understanding of the “business side of the house”.
- In a smaller organization, is the CIO or Executive IT Leader.
- In a larger organization, is a Director or Division IT Leader.
- Is facing a pivotal change in the workplace.
- Sponsors technology projects in partnership with senior business leaders.
- Holds direct financial responsibility and accountability for delivering technology solutions.
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