Technology professionals must be adept at data analysis and problem-solving, but they also need interpersonal and professional skills to manage teams successfully.
Erica Dawson
To address this gap, Cornell is offering a new Technology Leadership certificate program. Participants will be able to analyze their leadership attributes and decision-making styles; strengthen essential communication, motivation and influencing skills; and ultimately prepare for future growth and success in managing technical and project teams.
"Leadership development happens through learning, practice and reflection," said faculty author Erica Dawson, professor of practice in the College of Engineering. "The evolution from technology professional to technology leader takes time. This program gives professionals the tools and structure to succeed."
The program will be useful to both emerging and experienced technology leaders, as well as managers and directors of web services, software development and IT teams. Early to mid-career technology professionals interested in moving to a leadership role, chief technology officers, business leaders who work with technology professionals and graduate students transitioning from academia to industry will also find value in this certificate program, which is available online through eCornell.
The Technology Leadership certificate program consists of six two-week courses:
- Strengths-Based Technology Leadership
- Values-Based Technology Leadership
- Decision-Making Skills for Technology Leaders
- Collaborative Communication for Technology Leaders
- Courageous Communication for Technology Leaders
- Influence and Motivation for Technology Leaders
