Program Overview

Chief Operating Officer (COO) Program

Inspire operational excellence

In today’s uncertain business landscape, organizations face dynamic challenges — from employee retention and digital transformation to environmental, social, and governance issues — all of which fall under the wide-ranging role of the modern chief operating officer (COO). The COO is responsible for addressing these challenges while functioning as a strategic C-suite partner who can translate the chief executive officer’s (CEO's) vision into practical business solutions. MIT xPRO’s 9- to 12-month Chief Operating Officer (COO) Program has been designed with the evolving role of the COO in mind, equipping participants with the strategic skill set that positions them to excel as an operations leader.

Program Details

• Start Date: December 9, 2025
• Time Commitment: 4-6 hours/week
• Duration: 9-12 months
• Format: Online
• CEUs: 15.5
• Price: $21,200

What You Will Learn

The MIT xPRO Chief Operating Officer (COO) Program is an online and live online offering. Participants will learn to:

• Assess their organization’s current business strategy and priorities to identify opportunities and threats and plan for organizational growth
• Manage organizational change to align and execute initiatives that support their organization’s goals
• Build a supportive organizational culture that fosters high-performing, cross-functional teams
• Champion business transformation by adopting a data-driven approach to assessing and implementing tools, systems, and processes
• Lead innovation and future-proof the business by leveraging emerging technologies

Who Should Enroll

• Newly appointed COOs at mid-to-large organizations who are tasked with implementing new processes and initiatives that optimize current business operations
• Heads of operations, vice presidents, and other senior executives looking to gain executive leadership skills and advance into C-level positions

How You Will Learn

• Learn by Doing: Practice processes and methods through simulations, assessments, case studies, and tools.
• Learn from Others: Connect with an international community of professionals while working on projects based on real-world examples.
• Learn on Demand: Access all of the content online and watch videos on the go.
• Reflect and Apply: Bring your new skills to your organization, through examples from technical work environments and ample prompts for reflection.
• Demonstrate Your Success: Earn a Professional Certificate and CEUs from MIT xPRO.
• Learn from the Best: Gain insights from leading MIT faculty and industry experts.