EICTA, IIT Kanpur
EICTA, IIT Kanpur

Admissions open for Batch 5

The Chief Technology Officer Program

AI leadership mindset for Emerging CTOs

  • 2 campus immersions of two days each @ IIT Kanpur*
  • Online LIVE sessions
  • Master the Cutting-Edge Tech: Generative AI & Agentic AI
  • IIT Kanpur Faculty, International Academicians and Leading Industry Professionals
  • Mode
    Hybrid
  • Starts
    December 2025
  • Duration
    32 Weeks Live

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Faculty

IITK Faculty, Foreign Faculty, and Industry Experts

Eligibility

8+ years (documents needed for registration)

Programme Fee

INR 4,00,000 + GST
Program Overview

Program Overview

  • Learn from Industry Experts

    Gain invaluable insights from professionals with real-world experience in technology, innovation, and business management, ensuring every session is practical and impactful.

  • Master Emerging Technologies

    Dive into cutting-edge fields like AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and data analytics, equipping yourself with tools and knowledge to stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

  • Bridge Theory and Practice

    Engage in immersive case studies, Capstone projects, and industry collaborations, applying your learning to solve real-world challenges while building a robust professional network.

CTO Simulation

A CTO simulation involves simulating the role of a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) within an organization, where participants navigate through the entire project cycle from initial discussions to deployment.

Initial Discussion and Planning

Requirement Analysis and Design

Development and Implementation

Testing and Quality Assurance

Deployment and Launch

Post-Deployment Support and Maintenance

Curriculum

Strategic Leadership & Innovation for CTOs

  • 01Strategic Technology Leadership
  • 02Systems Thinking & Blue Ocean Strategy
  • 03Critical Thinking & Problem Identification
  • 04Executive Presence as a technology leader

Campus hours focus: Opening immersion – strategic frameworks & leadership mindset

Strategic Leadership & Innovation for CTOs

  • 01Strategic Technology Leadership
  • 02Systems Thinking & Blue Ocean Strategy
  • 03Critical Thinking & Problem Identification
  • 04Executive Presence as a technology leader

Campus hours focus: Opening immersion – strategic frameworks & leadership mindset

AI-Focused Live Sessions and Masterclasses

Building strategy that deliver AI driven products at scale

Project budgeting and ROI

Cybersecurity essentials for risk mitigation

Governance in the new technology age

Financial acumen for CTOs

Building AI ready Teams

Participant Testimonials

Aditya VermaAditya Verma
A holistic program offering a 360-degree view of technology and business. The faculty and peer discussions during the campus immersion were extremely valuable.
Thompson CherianThompson Cherian
What stood out were the real-world case studies and interactive sessions with IIT faculty and industry experts. It was a truly enriching experience.
Venkata Phani Prasad KonduriVenkata Phani Prasad Konduri
An excellent program for mid-level professionals aiming to move into strategic tech roles. Real-world cases and tech trend analysis made it truly impactful.
Shikha PandeyShikha Pandey
The CTO simulation was the highlight—it gave us real-time challenges and decision-making scenarios, blending tech and business strategy seamlessly.
RichaRicha
This program boosted my leadership and networking skills. I learned a lot about technology strategy and financial planning from industry mentors.
Rahul DharRahul Dhar
Focused on long-term strategic thinking, the course helped me understand how to address future challenges and align tech with organizational goals.
Aditya VermaAditya Verma
A holistic program offering a 360-degree view of technology and business. The faculty and peer discussions during the campus immersion were extremely valuable.
Thompson CherianThompson Cherian
What stood out were the real-world case studies and interactive sessions with IIT faculty and industry experts. It was a truly enriching experience.
Venkata Phani Prasad KonduriVenkata Phani Prasad Konduri
An excellent program for mid-level professionals aiming to move into strategic tech roles. Real-world cases and tech trend analysis made it truly impactful.
Shikha PandeyShikha Pandey
The CTO simulation was the highlight—it gave us real-time challenges and decision-making scenarios, blending tech and business strategy seamlessly.
RichaRicha
This program boosted my leadership and networking skills. I learned a lot about technology strategy and financial planning from industry mentors.
Rahul DharRahul Dhar
Focused on long-term strategic thinking, the course helped me understand how to address future challenges and align tech with organizational goals.
Aditya VermaAditya Verma
A holistic program offering a 360-degree view of technology and business. The faculty and peer discussions during the campus immersion were extremely valuable.
Thompson CherianThompson Cherian
What stood out were the real-world case studies and interactive sessions with IIT faculty and industry experts. It was a truly enriching experience.
Venkata Phani Prasad KonduriVenkata Phani Prasad Konduri
An excellent program for mid-level professionals aiming to move into strategic tech roles. Real-world cases and tech trend analysis made it truly impactful.
Shikha PandeyShikha Pandey
The CTO simulation was the highlight—it gave us real-time challenges and decision-making scenarios, blending tech and business strategy seamlessly.
RichaRicha
This program boosted my leadership and networking skills. I learned a lot about technology strategy and financial planning from industry mentors.
Rahul DharRahul Dhar
Focused on long-term strategic thinking, the course helped me understand how to address future challenges and align tech with organizational goals.

Program Coordinators

Dr. Arnab Bhattacharya

Dr. Arnab Bhattacharya

Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Kanpur

Dr. B V Phani

Dr. B V Phani

Head of Department, Industrial Management & Engineering at IIT Kanpur

Our Mentors

Mukesh Jain

Mukesh Jain

CTO/Executive Vice President @ Capgemini

Sampath Manickam

Sampath Manickam

Chief Technology Officer @ NSE

Suchit Bhatwadekar

Suchit Bhatwadekar

Global Chief Technology Officer @ Hexaware

Vijay Agrawal

Vijay Agrawal

Founder and CTO @ Applied Generative Solutions

Kaustubhan Srivasthan

Kaustubhan Srivasthan

Founder, Director, KAD24 Teknosolutions Private Limited

Shubhashish Biswas

Shubhashish Biswas

Director APAC & NA Algo / ex-Microsoft, Citi / IIM-A MBA

Akhilesh Yede

Akhilesh Yede

Chief Technology Officer-DN, Microsoft

Raghavendra Agrawala

Raghavendra Agrawala

Global CTO and Director @ Infomo Global

Jayant Patwardhan

Jayant Patwardhan

Advisor @ Dallas Venture Capital

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.

  • Lead transformative tech initiatives within your organization within a year of completing the program.

  • Enhance your business expertise by mastering 2-3 emerging technologies tailored to your industry's needs.

  • Build powerful professional relationships with key industry stakeholders.

  • Shape executive-level decisions and influence strategic business direction.

  • Drive the adoption of automated solutions, ensuring measurable improvements in ROI for your business.

  • Tackle industry challenges and earn certifications from leading experts.

  • Take on a leadership role like a CTO, overseeing capstone projects, evaluating execution strategies, and establishing efficient best practices.

Certificate

Course Fee

INR 4,00,000 +GST

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Expert-Led Sessions

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