Certified Government Chief Information Officer

Certified Government Chief Information Officer

We have partnered with Georgia Government Management Information Sciences (GA GMIS) to offer program certification for qualified professionals through online and in-person classes, independent assignments and a capstone project.

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About

The Certified Government Chief Information Officer (CGCIO) focuses on:

• emerging technologies
• interpersonal communication
• security
• project and resource management
• ethics
• sustainability
• contract management
• other related topics

Due to the collaboration with GA GMIS, the in-person classes take place during the semi-annual GA GMIS conferences. Participation in the in-person classes is required.

Requirements for acceptance into the program:

• minimum of five years of public or private managerial experience in the technology field
• minimum four-year degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
• agree by signature to a self-enforced code of ethics
• at least one letter of support/approval for participation from manager/supervisor or city or county leader
• completion of formal application stating why you want to enroll in this program, what you bring to the class and your expectations 
• ability to pay tuition in full upon acceptance/registration

Download our informational flyer.

The current cohort beginning Fall 2024 is full. The next cohort will begin in Fall 2026. Applications will be available in early 2026.