Program Description
The Future CTAIO Programme, designed with industry input, equips participants with leadership and digital-technology skills to think and act like a CTAIO. Delivered in a hybrid format, the programme blends management principles with tech concepts, supported by practical assignments and capstone projects that drive career growth without leaving employment
Key Highlights
Cultivate Leadership: Prepare students for senior managerial roles, focusing on the
oversight of digital projects and leading technology-driven teams.
Foster Innovation: Develop the necessary skills for driving innovation and effectively
Managing technological change within business environments.
Equip with Digital Concepts: Equip students with the conceptual knowledge of cutting-edge digital technologies like AI, IoT, blockchain, cloud computing, and data analytics.
Integrate Technology with Business: Enable students to deploy digital solutions that
Enhance business operations, strategic planning, and customer engagement,
Seamlessly integrating technology with core business practices.
Learning Format
Online
Duration
28 Weeks
Certified by
IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation
Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) of IIT Madras
and
Emeritus
Program Fee
2,80,000+GST
Program Description
Education Qualification
- A graduate degree (10+2+3) or equivalent qualification from a recognised university/institution (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government/recognise international universities) in any discipline.
- A minimum of 5 years and a maximum of 15 years of professional work experience as of the programme start date (Technical Orientation).
- Exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Lead Faculty
Dr R P Sundarraj
Professor, IIT Madras
Professor R. P. Sundarraj has over four decades of international academic experience at various leading universities in USA, Canada, Qatar and India, and is currently a professor of information systems at IIT Madras. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from the University of Madras in 1982 and a PhD in Management Science in 1990.
He has lectured widely in both academic and industry circles, and is recognised as a leading scholar in applying behavioral, economic, optimization or machine-learning models to areas such as healthcare, innovation, digital platforms, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
Professor Sundarraj is an author of several books on these topics and has published over 100 papers in conferences and journals of international repute. He has been the doctoral guide of many students who now hold senior positions in academia and industry.
Of particular interest to the CTAIO programmes is Professor Sundarraj’s leading role in conceptualising, architecting and implementing different executive programs at IIT Madras, providing impactful learning to industry professionals.
Director - Kyndryl (IBM Spinoff), Ex-CTO - IBM
Dr. Sathya Venkatraman is a recognised leader in digital transformation, with more than three decades of extensive consulting experience across industries. He currently serves as Director and Principal Consultant for Data & AI Advisory at Kyndryl Solutions, after holding senior roles including Chief Technology Officer at IBM Global Technology Services.
His key expertise spans digital transformation, IT strategy, healthcare, banking, and design thinking, backed by a strong academic foundation with an M.S. from BITS Pilani and a Ph.D. from IIT Madras.
As a Visiting Professor at IIT Madras, XLRI, IIM Calcutta, IIM Lucknow and several other reputable universities, Dr. Sathya actively mentors future technology leaders. He is on the corporate advisory board of XLRI and also serves as a Honorary Advisor with India Blockchain Alliance (IBA), a non-profit organizations promoting blockchain adoption in the country.
Dr. Sathya has published several research papers in leading journals and conferences, further demonstrating his thought leadership in the field. Importantly, his hands-on experience as a CTO adds unique depth and relevance to the Future CTAIO, giving participants practical insights into technology leadership at scale.
