Tech Leadership Accelerator
Transition to a Tech Manager
The Tech Leadership Accelerator is a 3-month blended learning program designed for high-potential software engineers, developers, data professionals, and IT specialists ready to step into technical management roles. Also, ideal for existing managers that want to upskill or refresh their leadership skills.
Through hands-on training, executive coaching with George Njuguna MBS, and access to real-world case studies, participants gain the leadership, communication, and strategic skills needed to thrive as tech managers in future-forward Tech companies.
September Intake Ongoing
Blended [online & in-person]
Start Date:
September 29, 2025
Course Duration:
3 months
Mode of Learning:
Blended online & in-person classes | (20 hours/month)
Tuition Fee:
KES 150,000 (Installments available)
Skill Up | Lead with Confidence | Drive Impact
Most great engineers are promoted into management, but few are prepared. This program closes that gap. In 3 months, you will go 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.
Meet Your Lead Instructor: George Njuguna
George Njuguna
George Njuguna is a seasoned technology executive and transformation strategist. His 24+ year career includes roles as:- ag.CTIO at Safaricom, COO at HF Group, and Head of IT at Commercial Bank of Africa. He now leads GNK Consulting and teaches IT leadership at Strathmore University.
George brings real-world insight into what it takes to lead successful technology teams in Africa and beyond.
Course Details
Tech management is the practice of overseeing people, projects, and strategy in technology functions. It’s where deep technical skills meet business leadership — a critical role in driving digital transformation and innovation.
- Software developers, data scientists, or engineers with 3+ years of experience
- Individual contributors transitioning into leadership roles
- New tech managers seeking formal training
- Project/Product managers in tech-adjacent roles
- Corporate Group Enrollments & Custom Cohorts Available
- Must have 3 years of working experience in a technical role
- An aspiration to shift from an individual contributor to leading a technical team.
- Proficiency in English – both spoken and written.
- Must have a computer or laptop with the following specs (Intel i5 11th Gen / Ryzen 5 4000+, 16GB RAM, 512GB NVMe SSD storage).
This 3-month 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.
- This unique program is tailored for tech professionals
- Embedded professional development and 1:1 career coaching support.
- Hands-on, project-based & case study-driven learning
- Flexible learning for busy working professionals
- Industry guest lecturers
- Access to networking opportunities
- TVETA accredited tech bootcamp
Let’s Build Your Future Tech Leaders
We offer customized corporate packages.
Whether you’re investing in one standout employee or building a full leadership pipeline, this program helps your tech teams thrive — and your business grow.
✅ Reduce management churn and tech team burnout
✅ Improve business-technology alignment
✅ Build confident, empowered team leads
Course Overview
Understanding your Why and Technology Strategy
- The why, the what and the how
- Building technology strategy
- Business-technology alignment
- Vision, Mission, Purpose and Value
Leadership and Team Management
- Leadership styles and strategies
- Building a motivated team – hybrid, remote or distributed teams
- Conflict management
- How to have difficult conversations (Radical Candor)
- Performance management and improvement
- Organization Design and Effectiveness
Culture and Spirit
- 4 elements of culture
- What is spirit in IT?
- Making everyone feel they belong
- In and out of office activities
- Building a culture within a culture
Financial Management
- Budgeting and Financial planning
- Writing and evaluating a business case
- Budgeting for technology (CAPEX, OPEX and DOPEX)
- Cost-benefit analysis and ROI (Return on Investment)
- Managing financial risks in tech investments
- Pricing strategies for tech products and services
- Sourcing and evaluating solutions
Business Case Assignment
Product Development and Lifecycle Management
- Product development cycles
- Requirements gathering and user-centered design
- Prototyping, testing, and iteration
- CI/CD, Automation and DevSecOps tools
- Product launch and go-to-market strategies
- Post-launch support and maintenance
- Continuous Improvement
Agile Project Management
- Agile and Scrum frameworks
- Waterfall vs. Agile project management
- Roadmap and milestone planning
- Leveraging Agile tools
- Time and resource management
Technology Risk Management and Security
- Cybersecurity principles
- Identifying and mitigating risks in technology environments
- Contingency planning and disaster recovery
- Managing third-party vendor risks
- Risk map and Risk matrix
Risk map assignment
Legal, Regulatory and Ethical Considerations in Tech
- Intellectual property laws and software licensing & contracting
- Data privacy and protection (Data privacy laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
- Compliance with tech-related regulations
- Navigating regulatory environments for tech products
- Ethical considerations in AI and automation
Technical Acumen (Emerging Technology)
- Cloud computing
- AI, and machine learning
- Architecture Modernization
- Digital transformation trends and best practices
Change Management
- Managing organizational change in tech transformations
- Implementing new technologies with minimal disruption
- Change communication strategies
- Handling resistance and fostering adoption
- Stakeholder management
- WIIFM
Stakeholder Mapping Assignment
Communication
- Active listening
- Background conversations
- Making clear and concise presentations
- Motivational talks and speeches
- Clarity and Conditions of Satisfaction
- Communicating with Senior Leadership and Boards
Capstone Projects
- IT Strategy within your domain
- Digital Transformation Strategy
- Culture Transformation Initiative
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.
Career Opportunities
- Technical Manager
- Engineering Manager
- IT Project Manager
- Product Manager
- Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- Tech Lead
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.
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.
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