MHA 501 : ORGANIZATIONAL & SYSTEMS LEADERSHIP

This course will begin by exploring governance and ownership models within the healthcare system. It will also examines the roles, responsibilities, and impact of leaders in the healthcare industry. Critical skills and behaviors for effective leadership and management, including effective communication and management, consensus and coalition building will be taught. Key elements that impact a leader’s ability to create a shared vision and learning culture, lead change, and influence overall effectiveness will be addressed. How to develop and manage diverse professionals, what motivates them, how they are paid, and how to influence them to effect desired change will also be examined.