Description

IT Executive’s Strategic Playbook

Certificate Program

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, effective technology strategy and decision-making is more critical than ever. Our program is designed to equip mid-level managers and newly appointed VPs with the essential skills and insights needed to navigate and excel in their roles.

Program Overview

IT Executive’s Strategic Playbook provides practical, contemporary strategies and techniques to help navigate current issues facing technology leaders and executives. The course explores current topics using case studies, recent articles and research, and practical examples of IT leadership dilemmas that require critical thinking and decision-making tradeoffs. A certificate of completion is attainable for those who complete all six courses of the program.

Upon completion of this 6-week program, participants will:

• Develop strategic thinking skills to analyze complex challenges, evaluate risks, and make informed decisions that drive business success.
• Decide between Project or Product management methods for agile program delivery.
• Develop and maintain executive presence with their leadership team, peers, and external partners.
• Best practices for minimizing risks associated with enterprise (ERP) initiatives.
• Possess a distinction and appreciation for the balance between innovation, risk taking, and consistent results.
• Gain new tools for cultivating strong, partner-centered relationships with key suppliers.

Who Should Attend

• Enterprise Program Directors
• VP and Directors of Technology
• IT Product Management
• Technology Executives
• Recent Graduates of TAG Pathways to Leadership

To receive the program certification, the participant must be present for all 6 courses.

Program Schedule:

Each course will be held virtually from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (EST)

• Course 1 (June 11, 2025): Product vs. Project Management
• Course 2 (June 25, 2025): De-Risking ERP and Enterprise implementations. 
• Course 3 (July 9, 2025): Transitioning vendors into Strategic Partners. 
• Course 4 (July 23, 2025): Building teams with strong culture for collaboration. 
• Course 5 (August 6, 2025): Balancing Innovation and Risk
• Course 6 (August 27, 2025): Building and Sustaining Executive Presence
•                 Course Instructor

  
  

  
  

  

  Bill VanCuren, Educator & Board Advisor

  Bill VanCuren is a global business executive and board member who leads transformations for growth through a balance of technology and business solutions, from private to publicly traded, from mid-size to multibillion-dollar corporations. Bill is an insightful business leader who leads teams through uncertain times, drives execution, and is always at the confluence of human factors and technology introduction.