
Professional Development & Continuing EducationIT Executives Program
Comprehensive executive-level leadership training for IT leaders in the government, public & private sector.
Class Location/Format
The 2023-2024 IT Leaders – IT Executives Program will be delivered VIRTUALLY*, via Microsoft Teams – with live presenters and facilitators.
*While we are planning an all-virtual format, there may be a potential opportunity for a few select in-person sessions throughout the program for those who are able to attend in-person at Harrisburg University. Those who are not local or choose to not attend in-person will still be able to attend all sessions virtually. More information and details will be provided to program participants when/if we are able to hold any “hybrid” sessions during the course of the program.
About the Course
The IT Executives (ITE) Program targets the unique challenges experienced by those in the most senior roles, regardless of whether they lead private sector or public sector organizations. Today’s IT Executives require sophisticated skill sets in leadership, strategy, and management. The IT Executives Program immerses IT leaders in a comprehensive study of executive-level issues, including IT strategy and planning, continuity of operations planning (COOP), governance, communications, security, workforce development, and the skills necessary to earn a seat at the executive table.
The IT Executives Program (ITE) is part of the overarching IT Leaders (ITL) Program, which also includes the IT Managers Program. The IT Executives track includes approximately 21 more hours of education than the IT Managers track, with sessions specifically for IT Executives. IT Executives will join IT Managers for their educational part of the program. Combining parts of these programs offers many benefits, including the opportunity for IT Executives and IT Managers to interact during educational sessions, as well as, breaks and lunches. Interaction and collaboration between IT Executives and IT Managers provide a better understanding and perspective of each other’s roles.
Wherever relevant, topics will be addressed in the context of planning and response to unexpected events. Lessons learned from those in class will further enhance the knowledge of ITL attendees.
Now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 cohort
Format & Location:
The 2023-2024 IT Leaders – IT Executives Program will be delivered VIRTUALLY*, via Microsoft Teams – with live presenters and facilitators.
*While we are planning an all-virtual format, there may be a potential opportunity for a few select in-person sessions throughout the program for those who are able to attend in-person at Harrisburg University. Those who are not local or choose to not attend in-person will still be able to attend all sessions virtually. More information and details will be provided to program participants when/if we are able to hold any “hybrid” sessions during the course of the program.
Class Time:
Class runs from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, EST/EDT
Application deadline:
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
- All applications and nomination letters are due by this date.
- See the “Application Process” above for detailed information.
Application Status Notification:
On/By Friday, September 22, 2023
- All applicants will be notified of their acceptance or non-acceptance into the program by this date
Class Dates
2023-2024 IT Executives (ITE) Cohort Schedule
Module #/Topic
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Days
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Dates
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Orientation
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Wednesday | September 27, 2023 |
Module 1 – IT Leader’s Role in the Digital Age
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Thursday-Friday | October 12-13, 2023 |
Module 2 – Leadership Styles, Emotional Intelligence & Trusting Relationships
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Wednesday-Thursday | November 8-9, 2023 |
Module 3 – Business Strategies & Strategic Planning Tools
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Thursday-Friday | December 14-15, 2023 |
Module 4 – 360 Communications, Negotiation Techniques and Selling Your Ideas
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Thursday-Friday | January 18-19, 2024 |
Module 5 – Data-Driven Decision Making for Leaders | Thursday-Friday | February 22-23, 2024 |
Module 6 – Understanding & Leading Organizational Change / Agile, Lean, and Project Management
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Thursday-Friday | March 21-22, 2024 |
Module 7 – Continuity of Operations (COOP) / Cybersecurity
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Thursday-Friday | April 18-19, 2024 |
Module 8 – Digital Organizations, Innovation, and Emerging Technologies
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Thursday-Friday | May 16-17, 2024 |
ITE/BRM Capstone Presentations
ITM Class Project Presentation/ITL Year In Review Session/Graduation
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Monday-Friday | Week of June 3-7, 2024 |

Our Centers and Institutes The Government Technology Institute (GTI)
Harrisburg University’s Government Technology Institute is a driving force in educating IT Leaders, empowering them with increased skills to make “Good Government Great Government.” GTI connects government technology leaders with the expertise of its sponsors, as well as Harrisburg University faculty and advisors. Through its education, training, resources, and networking, Government Technology professionals use GTI to explore and collaborate on successful, cost-effective technology solutions.
Under the leadership of GTI Executive Director Charlie Gerhards, the GTI and its affiliated centers support learning, IT innovation, entrepreneurship, and intergovernmental collaboration that enhance the management, and leadership skills of the government workforce involved in information technology.
