The Tech Leadership Accelerator program equips participants with the skills to excel in strategic leadership roles within the tech industry. It focuses on critical areas such as emerging technologies, innovation management, and business strategy tailored to the unique dynamics of the MENA region. Through hands-on projects, industry case studies, and expert mentorship, the course bridges the gap between technical expertise and leadership capabilities, preparing participants to lead teams, drive innovation, and make impactful business decisions in a competitive, tech-driven world.
Course Details:
- Course Type : Online Live Delivery
- Total Lectures : 30 Lectures
- Assessments : Yes
- Certificate : Yes (Certification by EICT Academy, IIT Kanpur)
- References : Assignments / Tests / Final Tests / Projects
Outcome Expected:
- The Tech Leadership Accelerator for MENA Professionals is designed to empower ambitious tech professionals with the skills, insights, and strategic frameworks needed to transition into leadership roles in the technology domain.
- This program provides a focused curriculum on critical leadership competencies, emerging technologies, and innovation strategies tailored to the MENA region’s unique challenges and opportunities. Through expert mentorship, real-world case studies, and hands-on projects, participants will gain the confidence and expertise to lead with impact and drive organizational success in the fast-evolving tech landscape.
Target Audience:
- The Tech Leadership Accelerator program is designed for tech professionals in the MENA region with 3 to 10 years of experience, including software engineers, product managers, and IT specialists. It targets individuals aspiring to transition into technology leadership roles, enhancing their strategic thinking, leadership capabilities, and understanding of emerging technologies. Ideal for mid-career professionals aiming to lead innovation and drive organizational success, the program equips participants with the tools to accelerate their career growth in the dynamic MENA tech landscape.
Key Features :
- Expert-Led Learning: Sessions led by accomplished technology and business leaders offering practical, real-world insights.
- Focus on Emerging Technologies: In-depth coverage of trends like AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
- Practical Application: Hands-on learning through case studies and industry projects tailored for real-world problem-solving.
- Capstone Projects: Immersive projects bridging theory and practice to tackle genuine challenges.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, industry experts, and alumni for collaboration and career growth.
- Strategic Insights: Gain a deeper understanding of tech-driven business operations to lead innovation effectively.
Duration and Delivery:
- Mode of delivery – Online Live
- Number of Months – 3 Months
Curriculum
Module 1 : Orientation
- Opening Context with Industry Leaders and plan for 9 Months
Module 2 : Strategic Leadership
- Developing technology vision and strategy
- Managing partnerships and vendor relations
- Influencing the Board and executive leadership
- Driving digital transformation Initiatives
Module 3 : Financial Savviness
- Building business cases for technology investments
- Managing budgets and tech ROI measurement
- Monetization strategies for tech products and platforms
Module 4 : People Management
- Attracting, recruiting and retaining tech talent
- Fostering engineering culture and innovation
- Leading agile and distributed teams
- Coaching and mentoring next-gen tech leaders
Module 5 : Strategic Program Leadership
- Managing large-scale technology programs end-to-end
- Agile delivery methods like Scrum/Kanban for software development projects
- IT program governance and project portfolio management
- Vendor and team collaboration best practices
- Risk management frameworks and mitigation strategies
- Tracking KPIs and metrics for programs
- Budgeting and cost controls for large programs
- Balancing project delivery with day-to-day IT operations
skills for managing multiple concurrent projects and priorities
Module 6 : Technology Depth
- Emerging tech – AI/ML, IoT, Blockchain etc.
- Modern architecture patterns
- Transitioning from legacy to cloud-native systems
- Integrating automation across the technology stack
Module 7 : Regulation and Compliance
- Data privacy and cybersecurity frameworks
- IT controls and risk management
- Industry regulations: finance, healthcare etc.
Module 8 : Strategic Advising
- Advising the CEO and Board on disruptive technologies
- Identifying new product and market opportunities
- Providing technology perspectives on M&A deals
- Evaluating startups and partnership opportunities
Module 9 : Action Learning Projects/ CTO Mentorship Session
- Identification of AL projects and execution on the projects guided by Tech Leaders
Module 10 : Industry Connects
Module 11 : Closure Session
- Presentation of Action Learning Projects
FAQs
Q. Are there any benefits with the certification?
Yes, participants will receive a prestigious certification, adding credibility to their professional profile and validating their expertise in tech leadership.
Q. Will the certification help in Placements?
IIT Kanpur caters to working professionals who aspire to hone their skills to better adapt and grow in the constantly evolving corporate sector. *It does give privileged access to CXO network*, however does not include placement service.
Q. Does the certification lead to an alumni status from IIT Kanpur?
All participants of this program who receive a successful completion certificate, *will enjoy lifetime alumni status of Leadup Universe Executive Education*. IIT offers alumni to long term degree programs only.
Q. Who conducts the classes?
All classes are conducted by *IIT Kanpur faculty and industry experts through live online sessions and a campus immersion*. Also master classes are conducted for sharing of valuable experience and insights.
Q. What is the teaching methodology?
The pedagogy is *highly interactive and incorporates expansive teaching methods and approaches*. Depending on the course, lectures are enriched with real life case studies, corporate examples and general discussions.
Q. What happens in case I miss an online session?
*Archives of the lecture sessions are made available for the absentees* by the service providers within an approved time frame.
Instructor Profile
Name: Vijay Agarwal
About: Partner, Head Of Data & Analytics Practice, At Baker Tilly India Business Advisory And Consulting Services
Name: Suchit Bhatwadekar
About: Global CTO Hexaware Technologies, Ex-Principal Director Accenture, Ex-Product Lead TCS
Name: Mukesh Jain
About: CTO, Executive Vice President @ Capgemini, Product Innovation with AI & GenAI, Ex-Microsoft, Ex-Jio
Name: Raghavendra Agarwala
About: Global CTO and Director @ Infomo Global, Ex Head of Technology Hungama
Name: Pramod Agrawal
About: CTO at IBSFINtech, Ex Vice President and CTO Automation Anywhere
Name: Shubhashish B.
About: Director APAC And North America Algo / Ex-Microsoft, Citi / IIM-A MBA (2yr PGP)
Name: Dr. Vivek Rastogi
About: Chief Technology Officer @ Fabindia Limited, Ex-Future Group
