Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

A Chief Technology Officer manages the overall use of technology for a company or organisation. You might oversee technology development and ensure current resources are meeting the company’s needs. Chief Technology Officers may also plan for future needs and create technology policies for issues such as cyber security and data management.

Chief Technology Officers should have strong leadership skills and an excellent knowledge of technological issues. It’s important you can think long-term and have good project management skills. Chief Technology Officers should be good communicators and be able liaise with people from a range of backgrounds.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $249,600
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a chief technology officer (cto)?

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Master of Information Technology (Advanced)

Blended
24 months
Unavailable
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Master of Information Technology (Computing)

On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $61,272
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Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Master of Information Technology (Software Development)

Blended, On Campus
24 months
$0 - $65,400
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Additional requirements may apply.
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Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
Unavailable
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