Strategic (Chief Information Officer) CIO Programme


Introduction

In today’s digital world, IT is fundamental to enabling and delivering business success. This generation of CIOs have a new challenge – to not only speak the language of technology fluently, but to work collaboratively across the business to achieve credibility, drive efficiency and growth, and communicate a story about how IT enables this success. CIOs must seek new ways to transform their business, all while leading the technology function.

This experiential course equips ambitious mid-career IT professionals to develop the enterprise leadership mindset required to address organizational challenges and create customer value. It is designed to be practical and relevant and give IT leaders the tools to contribute at C-Suite level, both functionally and across the business.

Duration

10 days

Course Objectives

Who should attend?

  • Currently be in an IT-based role that reports to the CIO, CEO or other member of the executive team
  • Have a minimum of five years’ senior IT experience
  • Have been identified as having the potential to progress to a CIO or equivalent role within the next five years

Course Outline

Module 1: Decision making in uncertain times

  • Beginning your learning journey.
  • Defining the disruptive influences in your industry.
  • Learning approaches for decision making in different environments.

Module 2: Aligning strategy to deliver value

  • Exploring the challenges of the CIO role.
  • Building a network of supportive leaders to sustain development.
  • How organizations create value. Where and how do they compete?

Module 3: Collaboration and change

  • Increasing business value through collaboration.
  • How ecosystems and platforms are reshaping business models and creating value for various stakeholders.
  • Managing change – interpreting the effects through power and influence.

Module 4: Communicating across all levels

  • Communicating and persuading across audiences.
  • Writing and presenting to the Board.
  • Developing the key components of a communications strategy.

Module 5: Roadmap for the future

  • Continuing to deliver value as a senior leader.
  • Bringing it all together.

Enroll for this Course

We are proud to offer this course in a variety of training formats to suit your needs.

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Benefits of Taking a Course at IRES

LEARN

Our courses are carefully curated to keep you abreast of latest industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices. We employ a variety of teaching methodologies, including hands-on workshops, case studies, and interactive sessions, all aimed at fostering an engaging and effective learning environment. Our expert instructors bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, providing our clients with insights that can be immediately applied in their professional lives.

NETWORK

Our courses serve as a vibrant platform for professionals to connect and engage with a diverse community of peers, industry leaders, and experts. By participating in our programs, you gain access to an invaluable network that spans across various sectors and geographical boundaries. This networking aspect is not just about forming professional relationships; it's about creating a supportive ecosystem where ideas, opportunities, and collaborations can flourish.

GROW

Our courses are designed to challenge and inspire professionals to step out of their comfort zones and explore new horizons. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, our programs help professionals refine their existing skills and acquire new ones, making them more versatile and competitive.

FAQs & Course Administration Details:

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Phone: +254 715 077 817 or Email: [email protected].
The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Payment should be transferred to IRES account through bank on or before start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer. Email: [email protected] Phone: +254 715 077 817.