This course, part of the Master in Health Management program, provides a thorough exploration of leadership and its essential role in achieving success in healthcare organizations. It is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills necessary to lead high-performance teams in the ever-evolving healthcare environment. Students will delve into leadership theories, practices, and behavioral science, focusing on the development of key leadership characteristics essential for managing teams, promoting organizational culture, and navigating change.
The course emphasizes the dynamics of leading multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration, and motivating individuals across healthcare settings. Special attention is given to developing strategic leadership skills, particularly emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and decision-making. These skills are vital for understanding and managing interpersonal relationships within teams and for solving complex problems that arise in healthcare management.
Additionally, students will explore advanced ethical leadership and communication practices, learning how to align decision-making with regulatory standards, ethical principles, and organizational objectives. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge, case studies, and experiential learning, students will apply leadership strategies to effectively address organizational challenges.
Upon completing the course, students will be prepared to lead transformational change in healthcare systems, driving innovation, aligning teams with strategic goals, and fostering an ethical and collaborative environment that enhances patient care and operational efficiency.
- Teacher: Carrington Belle
This course explores the legal and ethical dimensions of healthcare, particularly focusing on regulations, ethical behavior, and public policy in healthcare coordination. Students will delve into various legal frameworks, confidentiality regulations, and legislative amendments in healthcare. Ethical issues such as informed consent, patient rights, end-of-life issues, reproductive health, and global perspectives on ethical dilemmas are critically analyzed. The course develops the ability to navigate healthcare systems ethically while balancing patient rights, healthcare access, and technological advancements.
- Teacher: Carrington Belle
This course offers an in-depth exploration of the environmental justice movement in the United States, examining its historical roots, key milestones, and its significant impact on advocating for the health and well-being of underserved communities worldwide. Students will analyze how environmental justice initiatives have influenced the creation of new laws, regulations, and policies aimed at addressing health disparities and promoting equitable access to healthcare services.
The course emphasizes the identification of pressing global health problems caused by social, economic, and environmental factors. Students will engage in developing strategic interventions and programs tailored to various communities, focusing on international approaches to community health improvement. Through case studies, discussions, and research, students will learn to evaluate the effectiveness of different strategies, design health programs, and apply best practices for promoting health equity on a global scale. This comprehensive survey equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to advocate for and implement policies that foster healthier, more resilient communities worldwide.
- Teacher: Dadilia Garces