Imperial Launches the Emerging CFO Programme and the Emerging CTO Programme in Collaboration with Emeritus

These six-month online programmes help experienced finance and technology executives transition into CFO and CTO roles, equipping them to become next-generation C-suite leaders.

LONDON, Feb. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Imperial College Business School Executive Education announces the launch of its six-month Emerging CFO Programme and Emerging CTO Programme. The programmes are designed to equip aspiring finance and technology professionals with the strategic skills and leadership expertise required to thrive in C-suite roles. Launched in collaboration with Emeritus, a global leader in making high-quality education accessible and affordable, enrolments are now open for a March 2025 start.

In an era where the financial and technological landscapes are rapidly evolving, CFOs and CTOs are increasingly seen as strategic partners who can drive innovation and transformation. Led by renowned Imperial College Business School faculty, these programmes offer participants opportunities to develop cross-functional skills, network with like-minded professionals, learn from real-world examples and engage in executive strategy activities designed to translate theory into practice. Upon successful completion of any of these programmes, participants will receive a verified certificate of completion from Imperial College Business School Executive Education.

Emerging CFO Programme

Designed for mid-level to senior finance professionals, including assistant VPs and directors of finance and heads of accounting, the Emerging CFO Programme focuses on equipping participants with the strategic expertise required to navigate the growing scope of CFO responsibilities, from financial strategy to transformation initiatives. Participants will enhance their ability to lead strategic initiatives, drive transformative change and influence decision-making by senior leadership, accelerating their trajectory to becoming CFOs.

"The Emerging CFO Programme offers a comprehensive understanding of senior leadership responsibilities, helps develop a strategic mindset and equips participants to lead finance-related innovation initiatives," says Programme Director Danielle Lyssimachou.

Emerging CTO Programme

The Emerging CTO Programme is tailored for technology professionals, including digital transformation technology, IT operations and security leaders, and senior technical leaders, who are aspiring to advance to the CTO role. The programme curriculum bridges the divide between technology and business strategy, empowering participants to lead with confidence in a dynamic and complex environment. It provides strategic foresight to create scalable technology solutions and drive organisational impact at the executive level.

"The Emerging CTO Programme provides participants with comprehensive executive leadership skills as well as an in-depth understanding of contemporary technology strategies and CTO transformation initiatives," says Programme Director Khalil Dimachkie.

"The Emerging CFO Programme and Emerging CTO Programme equip participants with the strategic expertise and leadership acumen required to navigate the rapidly evolving financial and technological sectors," says Mike Malefakis, President of University Partnerships at Emeritus. "Our collaboration with Imperial College Business School Executive Education underscores our unwavering commitment to helping finance and technology leaders excel in the cross-functional roles of CFO and CTO."

Both programmes start in March 2025. For more information and to apply, please visit the Emerging CFO Programme and Emerging CTO Programme home pages.

About Imperial College Business School Executive Education
As part of Imperial College London, a worldwide leader in science and technology, Imperial College Business School Executive Education drives global business and social transformation through the fusion of business, technology and an entrepreneurial mindset. Imperial's world-leading researchers pioneer practical solutions, and their research excellence and long-established capabilities inform our executive education programmes.

The executive programmes combine innovative thinking and insight with new technology to develop solutions to real-world issues, benefiting businesses and improving society.

Imperial's thought leadership is sought by governments, policymakers and global business leaders who often partner with us on research projects. Imperial consistently ranks among the top business schools in Europe and worldwide, attracts brilliant minds and provides the environment to foster innovative and entrepreneurial thinking, resulting in groundbreaking ideas that unlock business opportunities.

About Emeritus
Emeritus is committed to teaching the skills of the future by making high-quality education accessible and affordable to individuals, organisations and governments worldwide. It does this by collaborating with more than 80 top-tier universities across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Southeast Asia, India and China. Emeritus's short courses, degree programmes, professional certificates and senior executive programmes help individuals learn new skills and transform their lives, companies and organisations. Its unique model of state-of-the-art technology, curriculum innovation and hands-on instruction from senior faculty, mentors and coaches has educated more than 350,000 individuals in over 80 countries. For more information, please visit https://emeritus.org/.

SOURCE Emeritus