A CEO doesn't need to have any. Good financial, marketing, and leadership skills are a must, though. One can have these skills without any kind of degree (consider those that start their own companies). However, on the path to becoming a CEO, having a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) would be an excellent idea. Having some kind of undergraduate degree in economics would be very helpful, as well. I can't stress enough the importance of leadership skills, however. A good leader is not one who just gives orders, but creates an environment that encourages hard work. A good leader is not a order-shouter, but a facilitator, one who provides the tools and means necessary for subordinates to succeed. A good leader also models the example that he/she wants all employees to follow. Of course, this is true not just of CEOs, but of anyone in a leadership position.
