Chief Business Officer Program
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What You Will Learn
The Chief Business Officer Program will help you:
Develop the ability to formulate, communicate, and execute growth strategies aligned with the organization’s vision and objectives
Acquire skills in identifying and evaluating new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and M&A activities to drive growth and expansion
Gain proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to ensure sustainable growth and profitability
Ensure that business operations align with strategic objectives
Learn methods for optimizing revenue streams, including pricing strategies, product/service innovation, and market segmentation
Identify and manage risks that could impact the organization’s strategic objectives
Leverage digital tools and data to improve operations, customer engagement, and overall business performance
Learn techniques for building high-performance teams, fostering a culture of innovation and managing organizational change
Program Curriculum
The Chief Business Officer Program offers senior leaders a dynamic experience with a blend of advanced business theory with hands-on, real-world application, tailored to address the evolving challenges of the global business landscape. Along with a five-day in-person module in New York City, participants take part in live interactive sessions with Columbia Business School faculty through online modules and work on a group project to apply their learnings to the workplace.
Note: Session topics are subject to change.
Group Project
A key aspect of the Chief Business Officer Program’s learning journey is the group project. Participants will engage in case studies, simulations, and collaborative projects that mirror complex organizational scenarios, allowing them to immediately apply what they’ve learned to their own professional contexts. This hands-on approach ensures that executives not only grasp advanced business concepts but also develop actionable strategies that drive measurable impact in their organizations.
Understand how your company creates unique value
Diagnose which operational functions require improvement to deliver this value
Design a growth strategy using artificial intelligence to enhance your company’s value proposition and gain a competitive advantage
Meet the Faculty Director
The faculty members represent a dynamic blend of accomplished academicians and seasoned business professionals, each bringing a unique perspective and wealth of experience to the program. Their diverse backgrounds and specializations provide you with a multifaceted and comprehensive learning experience.
Gantcher Associate Professor of Business, Columbia Business School
Contributing Faculty
James P. Gorman Professor of Business, Management Division
Adjunct Professor of Business, Marketing Division
Academic Director in Executive Education
Senior Lecturer in Discipline of Economics in the Faculty of Business, Economics Division
Jerome A. Chazen Professor of Global Business, Marketing Division
Lecturer in Business, Marketing Division
Note: Faculty are subject to change.
Who Is It For?
The Chief Business Officer Program is designed for senior executives and leaders responsible for driving business strategy, financial performance, and operational excellence within their organizations. It is ideal for:
Current and aspiring CBOs who are responsible for managing business operations across divisions and departments
C-suite executives and senior leaders seeking to broaden their strategic and operational influence
Division heads and functional leaders who oversee business units, departments, or regional operations with a focus on optimizing growth and efficiency
High-potential executives identified for succession to C-suite roles looking to sharpen their leadership and decision-making skills
Participants are required to have:
A minimum of 10 years of work experience
International exposure (preferred)
An urgent agenda for change
Fluency in written and spoken English
Certificate in Business Excellence
Upon completion of the Chief Business Officer Program, participants are awarded the Certificate in Business Excellence from Columbia Business School Executive Education. The certificate is a recognition of their achievement and the investment they and their organization have made in their education and development.
As a Certificate in Business Excellence holder, you will receive a 25 percent tuition benefit for full-price Executive Education in-person programs lasting three and four days and all full-price online programs. Exclusions apply**
Certificate holders will also be awarded select Columbia Business School Alumni benefits.
Your digitally verified certificate will be issued in your legal name and emailed to you, at no additional cost, upon completion of the program, including all modules of the program (online, in person, or live online, inter-module). All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of Columbia Business School Executive Education.
CIBE Holder Benefits
Access to Columbia Business School Alumni Career Services resources, including unique career content, a job board, an online networking platform, the alumni directory, and more
Invitations to alumni events and programs around the world
Eligibility to join Columbia Business School alumni clubs
Global networking opportunities
Lifetime Columbia Business School forwarding email address
Subscription to our alumni publication Columbia Business
On-Campus Immersion and Networking
The enriching environment of the in-person interaction provides participants with the invaluable opportunity to build a robust network with global executives who bring diverse experiences, cultures, and perspectives. Engaging in thoughtful discussions, they can exchange cutting-edge insights and knowledge that are integral in staying abreast of industry trends. This in-person immersion showcases the vibrant community that participants of the Chief Business Officer Program become an invaluable part of.
Program Timeline
This six-month program journey features one in-class immersion module, two live online modules, and two multi-week online modules.
Date | Location | |
|---|---|---|
Pre-Work: Program Introduction Session and Pre-Readings | March 2025 | Online |
Module 1 | Part 1: May 12–16, 2025 Part 2: June 2–6, 2025 | Live Online | Ten days | Three-hour sessions per day |
Module 2: Future-Oriented Leadership | June 16–August 8, 2025 | Online | Seven weeks |
Module 3 | August 18–21, 2025 | Live Online | Four days | Three-hour sessions per day |
Module 4: Product Management Methodologies | August 25–October 10, 2025 | Online | Six weeks |
Module 5 | October 20–24, 2025 | New York City | Five days in-person |
FAQs
Questions? Connect with a Program Advisor
Email: cbo_columbia@emeritus.org
Phone: +1 567 587 1669 (U.S.) / +44 1156 471398 (U.K.) / +971 80 0035703759 (U.A.E.) / +52 55966 08595 (LATAM)
Early registrations are encouraged. Seats fill up quickly!
Flexible payment options available.
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