CTO Academy Reviews 167

This has been one of the best training courses I've done. Definitely thought provoking, and I feel more capable following completion of the course. I've unquestionably learned some useful concepts, and taken action based on some of the content. You can't ask for much more. There were challenges keeping some of the content up-to-date, which the team responded to.

I’ve recently completed the Digital MBA with CTO Academy, and I can honestly say it’s been a really valuable experience.

It took me a few years to work my way through the programme alongside work and life commitments, so reaching the finish line feels like a real achievement. One of the things I appreciated most was how flexible the course was, which made it possible to fit learning around a busy schedule.

The content itself was excellent, but what stood out most was that I learned not just from the material, but also about myself — particularly in terms of leadership, personal growth, and how I think about my own leadership style.

The lecturers were fantastic throughout. There are too many to mention, but a few standouts for me were Julian, Lucy-Rose, Joff, Hariharan Gopalan, and Joseph Trodden.

A big thank you as well to CTO Academy and its founders, Andrew and Jason, for putting together such a thoughtful and well-structured programme.

I’d highly recommend the Digital MBA to anyone looking to grow their leadership capability, broaden their business understanding, and continue developing alongside a demanding role.

CTO academy have me the knowledge framework and basis to succeed as a Technology Leader

Having completed the Digital MBA for Technology Leaders, I can attest as to what a fantastic course it is, giving students (whether they be aspiring or experienced tech leaders) a wealth of knowledge, insight and opinion into the full range of subjects - leadership, finance and product development, etc., as well as highly topical emerging ones.
Not only that, CTO Academy has built an amazing global community, giving further opportunities to learn from others' unique insights and experiences shared.
The care, attention and energy the founders and their tremendous team put into delivery of the course, live sessions and engagement with participants, are always evident.
Highly recommended!

An outstanding and genuinely transformative programme for technology leaders. The Digital MBA from CTO Academy goes far beyond technology, focusing deeply on leadership, self-awareness, and impact.

The content, lecturers, and community are exceptional, and the programme is delivered with real care and intent. Huge credit to the founders, Andrew and Jason, and the entire team for creating something truly special.

I’d highly recommend this course to any technology leader looking to grow beyond the technical and lead with confidence and clarity.

I did a lot of research before I jumped into a CTO/CIO course. CTO Academy came highly recommended and after completing the course, I can say WOW! what a fantastic course!!! I gladly add my voice to all the high recommendations! It is focused enough to give you practical, actionable insights and yet broad enough in topics to give you a blueprint to create a holistic, well-rounded leader.

Even in areas that weren't super applicable to my specific career path, the lectures were interesting, well done and informative. The additional materials for each lecture were absolutely over-the-top. I saved nearly 4GB of PDFs in addition to my own notes just from the additional materials in this course. So thorough!

Each lecture was unique and the personalities were overall very engaging. I have already used elements of this course in my current career and find it will be immeasurably valuable in my future career. Even if I pursued a completely different, non-technical career, this course brought so much value that I can take principles, practices and processes from CTO Academy and apply them across nearly any other discipline.

I cannot say enough good things about this course, its lectures and the content provided. They update it so regularly that in the eight months or so I took to finish it, they had already added three new lectures. So grateful they keep up with such a dynamic industry.

I've recently completed the Digital MBA for Technology Leaders course by CTO Academy. The course is filled with practical, timely curation of the essentials every tech leader must consider on their leadership journey.
I joined for my known gaps and discovered new gaps with actionable means to address them. It is a living course with ongoing updates based on student feedback so looking forward to the topics I wish were covered in current state.

I recently completed the Future Leadership course at CTO Academy and found it to be a very good investment in my professional development. It provides great leverage for your leadership knowledge with a very practical approach. The lessons are short, well-explained, and easy to digest. A huge plus is the access to many useful links and resources that I’ve saved for future reading.

I've used three components to evaluate bringing people into my teams over the years. Those are Character, Competency, and Chemistry. My experience with CTO Academy has reflected myriad moments that reflect each of these pillars. In particular I'm so grateful for the compassionate founders that have lead the way for over a year of my life. To Andrew, Jason and Nati... the rest of the Academy lecturers and the people I've met. You are high quality people serving the world in ways that might not ever be able to fully thank you for. So, from one person... Thank you!!!!!!!! I'm so glad I got added to your team.

I joined the CTO Academy Digital MBA because I was looking for a program that combined business knowledge with technology — something that could help me grow into a true technology leader.

The structure of the course was excellent. Each module was clear in its objectives, and the instructors brought diverse expertise and practical insights. The most valuable part for me was understanding what is expected from a CTO: how the role is perceived differently across the company, and how to build meaningful relationships with colleagues in other functions.

The biggest personal impact was a boost in confidence. By exposing me to such a wide spectrum of knowledge, the program helped me recognize both what I already know and the areas where I still need to grow. That clarity has made me a stronger leader with a clearer sense of direction for myself and my team.

Initially, I was hesitant about joining the live community sessions, but they turned out to be a real highlight. The workshops and lectures added depth and a sense of connection beyond the core material.

Overall, the course has made me a better leader and given me confidence in my professional future. I would recommend the CTO Academy Digital MBA to anyone who wants to go beyond the work of an individual contributor and step into the broader responsibilities of technology leadership.

WOW!! - I can’t recommend CTO Academy highly enough—it’s been a true eye opener and enforcement for my growth as a tech leader. The Digital MBA delivers practical, no-nonsense insights from real CTOs and experts, covering all the essentials including strategy, finance, self improvement, people management, and investor relations, without the excess of a traditional MBA.
The content is engaging, self-paced, and instantly applicable—I’ve already dodged common pitfalls and seen tangible improvements in my decision-making and team performance. **The vibrant global community, coaching sessions, and responsive support feel like having a reliable network of mentors and peers at your fingertips.**
Outstanding value, perfect flexibility for busy schedules.
If you’re a tech leader looking to level up, this is the smartest investment you’ll make.

5 stars, easily.

CTO Academy’s MBA was genuinely enriching and practical. The online peer-to-peer sessions and community meetups added real value, and the program helped me build on my strengths while addressing key gaps—especially self-leadership. Most importantly, it reinforced how critical business understanding is for aligning technology with business objectives and delivering better outcomes for customers. I also met a strong community of like-minded leaders. Highly recommended.

Staying engaged in an online learning environment while balancing work and life was a real challenge, but the flexibility of this program made it possible, something I simply couldn’t have managed with a traditional in-person course.

What really stood out was the breadth of topics, especially those beyond the usual technology operations. Diving into areas like leadership strategy, finance, and organisational design gave me fresh perspectives that I’m excited to apply in my role.

This course is relevant to my job profile

CTO Academy provides a broad range of excellent material as well as a great community.
The lecture series is comprehensive and follows a logical path. The self-paced rhythm of weekly material releases for 4 weeks followed by a catch-up week worked well for me. I joined to grow my knowledge of the commercial, financial, legal and security demands of a CTO role more than the self-development and modern leadership. I suspect many course participants join for opposing reasons; suffice to say the course is well-balanced across all the leadership demands of a modern CTO.
Note I'm based in Australasia - the community isn't as strong here, and there are less events focused on my timezones, nonetheless there was certainly enough of a community feel for me to benefit - Andrew Weaver has put a lot of effort into making this work, and it's much appreciated!
I will certainly be going back to material repeatedly in the future.

The lectures! They were from the people out there in the real time and as we call it - the trenches! Extremely engaging and enlightening to listen to each individual with such diverse backgrounds! My only regret is that my procrastination syndrome got the better of me at times, but thanks to the continued support from the Course Admins, I managed to hang on and finish it!

I highly recommend the CTO Academy for its practical approach, providing valuable tools and insights that have significantly supported my growth. The coaches, live peer sessions, and vibrant community offer a wealth of knowledge and experience, creating a strong support network. The lectures are well-structured, offering a broad perspective that emphasizes not just individual or managerial roles but the bigger picture. The thoughtful chronology of the content ensures a comprehensive and impactful learning experience.

Overall a brilliant course that covers a wide range of topics from personal growth, management topics, finance, board level and investor relations, and of course technology. The lecturers come from a diverse range of industry, and include founders, CTOs, CIOs, Lawyers, consultants, and more. The focus is real world breadth over depth, and the breadth focus helps to really define the many and varied facets of being a CTO, and this is why it is definitely more professional development that deep academia. Andrew and the other staff are always very helpful and friendly too.

One of the highlights of the program was the real world applicability and engagement as well as actionable insights and and measurable improvements in team focus and leadership fundamentals.
A special thank you to the leadership team at CTO Academy, the authenticity and passion you bring to coaching create an environment of trust and mutual respect, allowing students to embrace challenges and innovate with confidence; and through your personalized feedback and unwavering support, you nurture talent, build accountability, and inspire ongoing development—making a measurable impact on both individual careers and our collective success. Thank you. Highly recommend this MBA programme.