Graduate Testimonials
Don’t Just Take Our Word For It …
Since we launched CTO Academy we’ve worked with thousands of tech leaders in 100+ countries.
Our aim is empower members with the insight, confidence and network to lead with impact.
Here are some of their reflections about the CTO Academy experience.
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Learning Leadership on the Go
CTO Academy’s course was a fantastic experience! The content was practical, insightful, and constantly updated with the latest and greatest. I felt part of a great community that truly gets tech leadership. Plus, I listened to most lessons while walking my dog who if he had a LinkedIn, would probably be a junior CTO by now
Andreas Vermes
Tech Leader, Berlin
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They make the learning experience rich, practical and engaging
A fantastic experience. The curriculum is relevant, and I appreciated how up-to-date the topics were. The team is constantly refining the content, removing anything that might become stale in this fast-moving industry. That level of thoroughness made the program feel truly valuable
Troy Payne
Head of Engineering New York
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Valuable to anyone looking to grow within the team
I am thrilled with the knowledge I’ve gained and plan to recommend this course to my entire team. It’s not just for current leaders; it’s valuable for anyone looking to grow within the team
Nguyen Le
Director Cloud Accelerator Verification Microsoft
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The CTOA team ROCK!
The CTOA team, the Digital MBA course, the platform, and every benefit that one gets as a member are incredible.I have made some good friends, found like-minded colleagues, and had some thought-provoking conversations, panels and sessions. If you are a seasoned tech leader, or planning to move into a leadership role, I would highly recommend it.
Byron Rode
Tech & Product Leader, South Africa
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I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to advance their career
I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to advance their career in technology leadership, whether you’re an aspiring CTO or an experienced one looking to refine and expand your expertise. CTO Academy has done a fantastic job in creating a practical, insightful, and highly relevant program for today’s tech leaders.
Iqbal Hanif
CIO, USA
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A Smart, Strategic Investment
As a chemical engineer, project manager, and tech leader driving innovation, I needed a foundational yet practical program that didn’t require stepping away for a full-time academic course. CTO Academy’s Digital MBA delivered what mattered most: actionable strategy, real-world tools, and the flexibility to learn while leading.
Maarifa PJ Kidoge
Head of Technology, UK
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Comprehensive, Practical, and Flexible Learning Experience
The curriculum was comprehensive, blending key aspects of technology leadership with practical insights that are directly applicable to the real world. The online format was flexible, allowing me to balance studies with my professional commitments. The instructors brought a wealth of industry knowledge, which made the sessions engaging and relevant.
Chidi Anyiam
CTO, UK
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Excellent community
Everything you need as an IC who worked their way up to a CTO role in a start-up. As the course tries to cater to all CTOs. The content and membership offering is continuously improving which is another bonus. A true highlight of CTOA is the community of tech leaders sharing their experience.
Renata Muru
Senior Engineering Manager, Estonia
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Fantastic MBA, it’s worth every penny
It was a fantastic journey, to be honest I wasn’t expecting that the quality of the lectures were going to be so high so it was an amazing surprise, all of the lectures go straight to the point, and you can tell that the lecturers are quite savvy on what they are talking about. You won’t be disappointed.
Ulises Villa
IT Manager, Mexico
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A Game-Changer for Tech Leaders
Completing the Digital MBA for Technology Leaders at CTO Academy has been an incredibly valuable experience. The program is thoughtfully designed, blending strategic leadership, business acumen, and technology management in a way that’s highly relevant to today’s fast-paced digital landscape. I found the course particularly useful in bridging the gap between technical expertise and executive leadership.
Matt Miller
IT Program Leader, Canada
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Gives you theory and practical advice
This is an excellent course, it gives you both the theory and practical advice about how to lead a technology function within an organisation. The things to think about, what to watch out for and what to focus on. It is a really nice blend of practicality and inspiration.If you are looking for a CTO course, I would recommend this.
Jeremy Macdonald
Group Director of Technology, London
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CTO Academy is just brilliant!
Exactly what I needed to level up my knowledge and skills from being a hands-on developer to thinking more strategically like a CTO should do. It covers all aspects a CTO needs to know about and think about that are never really covered when being promoted via the normal developer route.
Simon Burfield
Head of Innovation, Essex, UK
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Training is outstanding and very unique opportunity
This MBA is dedicated to a CTO audience and allows us to share meaningful experiences, build a strong network of determined technical and digital leaders. It is a great opportunity to leverage personal development and collectively envision tomorrow’s opportunities and challenges. This training is outstanding and a very unique opportunity to take in your career.
Moïra Effroy
CTO, London
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An incredible journey …
Equipping me with strategic leadership, financial acumen, and operational expertise—essential skills to bridge the gap between technology and business. Big thank you to CTO Academy and fellow cohort members for their insights, discussions, and support throughout the program.
Gurpreet Singh
Director AI Business, Fujitsu, Vancouver
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Can’t ask for better ROI on my learnings
Fantastic content. Tech focused with leadership and business development modules wrapped around it. Can’t ask for a better ROI on my learnings.
Noman Chaudhary
Head of Product, Dubai
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Refreshing Take on Tech Leadership
I craved a course that not only shared the theory but also offered practical, real-world insights tailored to our unique challenges. With 50+ global speakers, the program delivered actionable frameworks and genuine stories that bridged the gap between tech expertise and strategic leadership.
Anmol Dhingra
Officer (AI and Cybersecurity Specialist), State Street, India
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Totally recommend for new and existing tech leaders
A well-rounded level of courses made for busy professionals at their own pace. I appreciated the modules in the Future Leaders courses and the constant clear communication with the instructor and founder. I totally recommend CTO Academy for new and existing technology leaders.
Lucretia Lee
Engineer, USA
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Comparison: Wharton vs. CTO Academy
As a graduate of both the $23,000 Wharton CTO program and the much more affordable CTO Academy program, I am uniquely positioned to offer a comparison between the two. Conclusion? If you’re looking for an education that combines affordability with practical, up-to-date knowledge delivered by current industry leaders, I highly recommend the CTO Academy.
Freddie Bingham
Director of Technology, California
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Spans the breadth of insight appropriate for existing or aspiring CTOs
Fantastic course. Spans the breadth of insight appropriate for existing or aspiring CTOs from personal and leadership styles throughout C-suite dynamics, finances and technology relevance. Good mix of experiences from presenters /lecturers. Valuable supplemental sessions and ability to work at a pace which suits – especially valuable when balancing against variable work demands!
Stephen Degnan
CS Transformation, ServiceNow, UK
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Unmatched by any other educational experience
The communication, engagement and support were unmatched to any other educational experience. The community aspect, connecting you with other technical leaders pays for the cost alone. Highly recommend if you are a technical individual, in or wanting to be in a senior leadership role.
Danielle Dey
CTO, Canada
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Recommend to anyone looking to advance their leadership skills
I couldn’t be more impressed with the quality of the program. It’s comprehensive, practical, and highly relevant to modern technology leadership. Each module is thoughtfully designed, covering everything from strategic leadership, financial acumen, and product management to personal development and communication skills
Logan Brown
Technical Consultant, New Zealand
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