By the end of the programme, you will be able to:
Differentiate between existing and emerging digital technologies and their respective business applications
Evaluate the use of digital solutions for business problems
Determine how you can successfully implement digital transformation in your organisation
Utilise digital transformation technologies within your organisation or industry
Throughout the programme, your learning will be centred around two threads:
Expert-led: with insights from Imperial College Business School faculty and industry practitioners who bring decades of experience in the fields of digital strategy and transformation.
Application-based: with hands-on activities, a specialisation module, and a capstone project that gives you the opportunity to apply programme insights to address organisational challenges.
This 20-week accelerated leadership programme is designed for senior executives and functional managers interested in effectively leveraging emerging technologies to transform their organisation. It is particularly relevant for the following roles:
Mid- to senior-level managers responsible for digital transformation initiatives looking to gain a structured approach and understand the best practices and common pitfalls during the implementation of these strategies. Titles may include head of Digital Innovation, Digital Project Manager, Digital Transformation Officer, Tech Advisory Specialist, Operations Manager and Product Manager.
CXOs seeking to make informed strategic decisions and steer their organisation effectively in the digital age. Titles may include CEO, CTO, COO, CIO, Managing Director, IT Director, Director of Engineering and Chief Digital Officer.
Entrepreneurs keen to incorporate the latest digital strategies and technologies into their business models.
Consultants who want to stay up to date with digital transformation trends and provide relevant insights to their clients. Titles may include IT Strategy Consultant, Digital Transformation Consultant and Change Management Consultant.
Specialisation modules
Choose one of three specialisation topics to dive deeper into a specific industry.
Assignments
Receive feedback on select assignments and progress in your learning journey.
Capstone project
Work on a capstone project with two interim check-ins, and apply programme insights to a real-world business problem.
Continuous programme access
Enjoy access to videos and learning material for up to 12 months from the programme start date.
Cutting-edge content
Develop a high-level perspective of emerging technologies, and hone your leadership skills for the digital age through carefully chosen examples from various disciplines.
Industry insights
Understand how to implement digital transformation strategies through recorded interviews with industry experts, real-world use cases and weekly access to learning facilitators.
Certificate of completion
Distinguish yourself with a certificate from Imperial College Business School Executive Education, a globally ranked university and leading institution in science and technology.
Work on a capstone project to apply programme insights to your organisation’s challenges, and develop potential solutions. You will evaluate various emerging technologies and analyse which one will be most suitable for your organisation. The focus of this project is to develop a comprehensive digital transformation plan and craft effective digital strategies that can be applied in your organisation.
The Digital Transformation Leadership Programme has been designed with the same careful balance of teaching, hands-on coursework and training that Imperial College London values across all of its programmes. Consistently ranked among the top ten universities worldwide, Imperial College London is recognised as a world leader in science and technology. We combine innovative thinking and insight with new technology to develop solutions to real-world issues, benefitting business and improving society.
Professor of Digital Strategy and Innovation, Imperial College Business School
Christopher L Tucci is Professor of Digital Strategy and Innovation at Imperial College Business School and Co-Director (Education) for I-X, Imperial's new campus concept cent...
Adjunct Professor in Business Analytics and Digital Business, Martti Ahtisaari Institute, Oulu Business School, University of Oulu
Marika Livari’s key expertise is within business modelling, strategising, open innovation and ecosystems thinking. She has been active in various industries, including creativ...
Professor of Financial Economics, Imperial College Business School
Rajkamal Iyer is an associate professor of finance at Imperial College London and a research advisor at the Bundesbank. His research centres on banking and financial intermedi...
Head of the Leadership Lab, Imperial College Business School
Frank Brueck is the leadership lab lead at the Leonardo Centre on Business for Society and the executive vice president of the GOLDEN for IMPACT Foundation at Imperial College...
Visiting Researcher at the Imperial College Centre for Cryptocurrency Research
Catherine Mulligan is a visiting lecturer at Imperial College London. Using her expertise in digital technologies and sustainability, she has made significant contributions at...
Visiting Faculty, Healthcare Innovation, Imperial College Business School
Loy Lobo is a visiting lecturer at Imperial College Business School, where he draws on his experience as a healthcare and life sciences strategist to teach about the managemen...
Professor of Technology and Innovation Management (Healthcare), Imperial College Business School
James Barlow is a professor of technology and innovation management (healthcare) and a member of the Centre for Health Economics and Policy Innovation at Imperial College Lond...
Upon completion of the programme, participants will be awarded a verified digital certificate by Imperial College Business School Executive Education.
Please note that this programme contributes to earning Associate Alumni status. Visit the Associate Alumni page to find out more.
We want to ensure that the Digital Transformation Leadership Programme is accessible to all. As such, we offer the following financing option:
Flexible Payment Option (For All Countries)
Choose to make your payment in two, three, or six instalments for higher flexibility.
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