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: Agustin Acosta