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 managerial experience* in the technology field
• minimum four-year degree* from an accredited institution of higher learning or service in the military
• agree by signature to a self-enforced code of ethics
• at least one letter of approval for participation from a current city, county, or state agency supervisor
• completion of a formal application stating why you want to enroll in this program, what you bring to the class and your overall expectation
• ability to pay tuition in full upon acceptance/registration
  *Request for waivers are available on the program application.

Download our informational flyer.

The current cohort beginning Fall 2026 is now accepting applications.