Chief Executive Officer
On this page
- What's it like to be a Chief Executive Officer?
- How to become a Chief Executive Officer
- Top skills and experience for Chief Executive Officers
What's it like to be a Chief Executive Officer?
CEOs are the highest-ranking employees in an organisation and report to the Board of Directors. A CEO collaborates with top management to develop a strategy for the company’s growth. Depending on the size of the organization, a CEO may mostly be involved in high-level decisions only or work closely with the company’s different departments on a daily basis.
Tasks and duties
- Developing high-level strategies.
- Overseeing day-to-day operations.
- Making critical business decisions.
- Reviewing financial reports.
- Building relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
- Acting as spokesperson of a company in media and other public events.
How to become a Chief Executive Officer
To become a Chief Executive Officer, you need a combination of qualifications and extensive experience.
Graduate with a bachelor degree in business, business administration, commerce, management, finance, or a related course.
Pursue a master's degree in business.
Gain at least 10 years of management experience in your chosen field.
Consider getting certified in project management methodologies and frameworks such as Agile, Kanban, Lean, PMP, or Scrum.
Gain substantial experience as a top executive in a finance or operations role, such as Chief Financial Officer or Chief Operating Officer.
