Are you a tech professional ready to transition into leadership? Join the Tech Management Program, an exclusive leadership course led by George Njuguna, a seasoned technology executive who has spearheaded digital transformation at Safaricom, HF Group, and Commercial Bank of Africa. For 6 months, you’ll gain direct access to George Njuguna, for mentorship and training. Equipping you with the strategic, managerial, and leadership skills needed to move from an individual contributor to a high-impact tech leader.
Beyond technical expertise, successful tech managers need to master leadership, strategic thinking, and communication. This program is built for technology professionals stepping into their first technical management role. It goes beyond technical expertise, equipping you with the leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills essential for driving innovation and managing high-performing teams.
You will learn how to align technology with business objectives, lead with confidence, and deliver project success in fast-paced tech environments. Whether you are transitioning into leadership or sharpening your management skills, this course empowers you to thrive as a tech manager and shape the future of technology.
Technology Executive & Digital Transformation Strategist
George Njuguna is a technology executive and digital transformation strategist with 24+ years of experience in IT and leadership. He has held key roles, including Act. CTIO at Safaricom PLC, COO at HF Group, and Head of IT at Commercial Bank of Africa, leading high-impact digital initiatives. As the Founder of GNK Consulting, he helps organizations leverage technology for growth. He also serves as a Board Member at Digital Explorers and an IT Leadership Lecturer at Strathmore University.
George will be your lead trainer and mentor for the Tech Management Program, he brings real-world expertise in leadership, technology strategy, and business transformation, equipping participants with the skills to excel in tech management roles.
Tech Management refers to the practice of leading and overseeing technology teams, projects, and strategies within an organization. It involves balancing technical expertise with leadership, business acumen, and strategic decision-making to ensure technology initiatives align with business goals.
Tech management is crucial for companies that rely on technology to drive growth, improve operations, and maintain a competitive edge. It’s an essential skill for developers, engineers, and IT professionals moving into leadership roles.
This 6 months program is designed around real-world case studies, instructor-led classes, and professional development sessions helping participants develop both technical and leadership skills. Participants will also receive the monthly reading materials, including a list of books and case studies.
Each month will be divided into four week-long sections.
Day | Mode | Session | Learning Hours | Delivery |
Week 1 | Remote | Teaching and learning core concepts | 3 | Instructor Led |
Week 2 | Remote | 1 Guest Lecture session | 3 | Industry Expert |
Week 3 | Remote | Case Study Review | 6 | Self-learning/Group discussion |
Week 4 | In Person | All Day Monthly Review | 8 | Instructor Led |
As the course progresses, the participants will identify and work on capstone projects that will enable them to apply key learnings from the program.
Technical expertise is just the beginning. Effective tech managers need leadership, strategy, and communication skills to guide their teams and drive business success. This six-month, hands-on program equips you with:
Business Case Assignment
Risk map assignment
Stakeholder Mapping Assignment
Whether you are transitioning into leadership or sharpening your management skills, this course empowers you to thrive as a tech manager and shape the future of technology.
Lead engineering and IT teams, overseeing projects and strategy.
Manage software development, DevOps, or IT infrastructure teams.
Plan and execute technology projects using Agile and Scrum.
Bridge the gap between technology and business to drive product success.
Oversee a company’s technology vision and strategy.
Provide both technical expertise and leadership.