Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program
Leading Strategy, Innovation, and Culture in a Time of Disruption

Overview
In today’s disruptive business environment, CEOs must navigate technological change, market volatility, and shifting global expectations with clarity and confidence. The UC Berkeley Executive Education’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program is designed to help senior leaders strengthen their strategic perspective, leadership presence, and ability to drive organizational transformation.
Through in-person immersions at the UC Berkeley Haas campus and live online learning, the program blends research-driven insights with real-world application. You will explore leadership, innovation, culture, and decision making while gaining practical understanding of emerging technologies, including AI and its role in business strategy.
The program empowers executives to lead with greater agility, inspire high-performing teams, and drive sustainable growth in an increasingly complex business landscape.
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The Learning Journey
The Berkeley Executive Education Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program offers a comprehensive learning experience designed to help leaders navigate complexity with confidence, influence, and strategic vision. Through three live core modules, you will enhance your leadership effectiveness, sharpen strategic decision making, and strengthen your ability to lead organizational change and inspire high-performing teams.
AI Strategy for CEOs
Gain practical insights into how AI is transforming business through real-world applications, strategic implementation, and core technologies such as machine learning and natural language processing. Learn to drive innovation, create business impact, and navigate ethical considerations and human–AI collaboration.
Capstone Personal Case Project
Across the Berkeley CEO Program experience, you will develop a Personal Case centered on a meaningful leadership challenge or opportunity in your role. Throughout the program, you will refine your thinking by applying insights from faculty sessions, peer discussions, and individualized guidance from Dr. Frank Schultz, your Personal Case Advisor. Your Personal Case evolves across the year as you deepen your understanding of the challenge, explore alternative perspectives, and connect classroom learning to real-world decisions. During the on-campus Global Leadership Immersion, you will share a polished leadership narrative that captures your key insights, actions, and the impact of your learning journey.
Global Leadership Campus Immersion
Participate in an immersive three-day, on-campus experience in Silicon Valley that blends faculty insight, peer learning, and practical application. Through interactive sessions and industry conversations, you will explore perspectives shaping today’s evolving leadership landscape while building meaningful connections with peers and experts.
Who's it for
The Berkeley Executive Education Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program is tailored for senior executives aiming to advance into top-tier leadership roles and expand their strategic impact. It is ideal for, but not limited to:
- CEOs who are keen to sharpen their strategic leadership skills, drive organizational growth, and navigate complex business challenges with confidence
- Senior leaders who are considered key contributors to an organization’s future leadership pipeline
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Format & Structure
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- Three-day in-person networking event at the UC Berkeley campus in California
- Five-day in-person module held on the UC Berkeley campus in California
- One required short courses on Artificial Intelligence: Business Strategies and Applications
- World-renowned Berkeley Haas and Executive Education faculty
- Join peer circles, a close-knit learning community of a subset of your classmates for confidential, substantive discussions.
- Access select UC Berkeley Haas alumni benefits upon completion of the program
- Upon completion of the program get awarded the Certificate of Excellence in Senior Executive Leadership from UC Berkeley Executive Education
Dates & Costs
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Who is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program designed for?
This program is intended for senior professionals, business leaders, and executives who want to strengthen their leadership capabilities, drive organizational transformation, and prepare for higher-level strategic responsibilities.
What learning format does the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program follow?
The program combines online learning, live faculty-led sessions, collaborative discussions, and immersive experiences to provide participants with both academic insights and practical leadership application.
What are the key topics covered during the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program?
Participants explore areas such as strategic leadership, innovation, organizational culture, decision making, digital transformation, and leading teams in complex business environments.
Will participants receive a certificate after completing the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program?
Yes, participants who successfully meet the program requirements typically receive a certificate recognizing their completion of the executive education program.
How does the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program support real-world business applications?
The curriculum is designed to connect theory with practice through case studies, peer learning, leadership exercises, and projects that address real organizational challenges.
Partner
UC Berkeley Executive Education has partnered with Emeritus to deliver high-impact online programs. This collaboration broadens access to our premier management thought leadership while maintaining the exceptional quality of UC Berkeley.

Faculty

Jennifer Chatman
Bank of America Dean | Co-Founder, Berkeley Center for Workplace Culture and Innovation | Professor, Management of Organizations, UC Berkeley Haas School of Business

Kurt Beyer
Lecturer and Executive Teaching Fellow, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Haas School of Business

Juliana Schroeder
Associate Professor | Harold Furst Chair in Management Philosophy & Values | Center for Equity, Gender, and Leadership | Management of Organizations
Certificates
Certificate of Excellence in Senior Executive Leadership
Following your successful conclusion of the Berkeley Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Program, you will receive a Certificate of Excellence in Senior Executive Leadership from UC Berkeley Executive Education.
Note: This program awards a digital certificate of completion and does not carry degree credits or CEUs. Your verified digital certificate will be delivered via email in the name provided during registration. Please note that all certificate images are for illustrative purposes and may be updated at the discretion of UC Berkeley Executive Education.


