Chief Technology Officer Program

During the first and second in-person Residential Weeks, participants will delve into the transformative impact of AI, innovation, and digital technologies. Led by MIT faculty, these sessions will explore how generative AI is reshaping fields such as design, manufacturing, and data analysis. Participants will gain practical insights and leadership tools to make informed, strategic decisions in an increasingly AI-driven landscape. These sessions are part of a broader curriculum covering leadership, strategy, and emerging technologies. 

*Faculty availability is subject to confirmation.

• Apply the system dynamics modeling approach to effectively model technical innovation.

• Leverage your understanding of the global nature of data, master machine learning deployment, and apply advanced statistical tools for data analysis.

• Delve into the core principles and advanced applications of artificial intelligence (AI), unlocking its potential to drive innovation, optimize operations, and reshape the future of your industry.

• Deepen your insights into how new technologies can drive digital transformation for your organization.

• Integrate cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) into your products or services, with clear, measurable goals supported by robust tracking systems.

• Shape the organization's R&D strategy and portfolio using a technology roadmap and efficient execution.

The Impact Project is a transversal project that will be carried out throughout the Blended Professional Certificate. Participants will work in teams on a series of assignments that will culminate in a final presentation on the MIT Campus.

Participants will be given a choice of two tracks for this project:

1. Work on a project with an industry challenge provided by the learning facilitator.

2. Work on a project (industry challenge) chosen by the group and approved by the learning facilitator.

Learning Objectives

1. Develop individual reflections on the theoretical and practical concepts covered throughout the certificate courses

2. Apply knowledge acquired in courses to real-life industry cases

3. Integrate and connect ideas from each course, resulting in transversal knowledge acquisition

4. Build a community of practice in small groups, proposing concrete solutions to complex industry problems

This Blended Professional Certificate Program: Chief Technology Officer is designed for

• Leaders of technological departments or projects who need to understand the evolution of technology and the optimal technology management for their organizations.

• Current and aspiring C-suite executives from Digital, IT, Marketing and Strategy responsible to setting up the corporate and product strategy.

• Senior consultants and entrepreneurs that need to understand the role of technology in the company´s growth and portfolio.

• Senior executives looking for innovating and leveraging technology.

Participants are required to have:

• A minimum of ten years of experience working in a managerial position

• At least 3 years of experience managing projects related to technology, innovation, or business development

• International experience is appreciated