This module aims to:

Enable students to critically appraise the major influences likely to affect management of future healthcare delivery;

Develop students’ strategic mind-set and understanding of the importance of strategic planning for leadership and management within the context of healthcare;

Enable students to critically assess strategic implementation and planning processes, and be competent applying a range of diagnostic, planning, implementation, and evaluation tools.

(LE1) IT literate.
The nature of the module in terms of online delivery will enable students to develop skills in using a virtual learning / communications environment.

(LE2) A lifelong learner.
Students’ understanding of complex solutions will ensure a foundation in strategic planning for positive outcomes, particularly in a healthcare setting.

(LE3) A leader.
The module will enable students to reflect on adaptive leadership and emotional intelligence and the development of their own leadership skills.

(LE4) Organised and able to work under pressure.
This will be evident in the students’ independent management of their assignments and by meeting coursework deadlines.

(LO1) Students will be able to understand current concepts, strategies, best practice frameworks, tools and techniques for managing and implementing strategic planning.

(LO2) Students will develop an in-depth understanding of the various activities involved in the analysis, formulation, implementation and evaluation of strategies specific to healthcare.

(LO3) Students will be able to critically evaluate the various implementation frameworks to assist in executing strategies effectively across healthcare environments.

(LO4) Students will be able to critically analyse healthcare problem solving and strategic planning in a healthcare setting, and specifically evaluate the steps relating to formulating, implementing, and evaluating the strategy.

(LRE1) An excellent verbal and written communicator.
Students will have the opportunity to develop written and oral communications through virtual group discussions, online quizzes, and individual assessment.

(LRE2) Ethically aware.
Students will develop self-awareness of their values and ethical beliefs through the analysis of responsible leadership in a diverse care setting.

(LRE3) Internationally aware.
Students from diverse international backgrounds will have the opportunity to engage and collaborate with each other, enabling a rich understanding of global healthcare and developing skills in cross cultural working.

The Learning and Teaching Strategy has been guided by the Curriculum 2021 Framework, Attributes, and Hallmarks, and as such, all module content will be informed by current and cutting-edge research in the relevant subject area(s). The module has been designed with a focus on global citizenship, by ensuring that students are given the opportunity to collaborate with their peers. This will enable students to build their confidence by sharing their own experiences, as well as helping them to understand how their learning might be applied to different healthcare settings and international contexts.

The module will primarily be delivered through a series of e-lectures/seminars. These will cover key concepts and theories on strategic leadership and problem solving in a healthcare setting. Videos will cover topics such as implementing strategy from both a theoretical and practical perspective. Individual online tasks and discussion boards will be used to develop and apply learning wi thin the healthcare setting and the students’ own work contexts. These will be moderated by the module instructor to ensure individual and group feedback, and to foster skills in critical self-reflection. Students will also be directed to key academic and practitioner readings to further develop their learning.

Unscheduled Directed Student Hours: 24 hours

Description: The e-Lectures/Seminars will equate to 3 hours/week over 8 weeks undertaken asynchronously.
Attendance Recorded: Yes – tracked via the learning platform.

Additionally, one scheduled synchronous seminar will be delivered. If there are issues with time zones another seminar will be provided. Peer discussion and questions will be encouraged. This session will be recorded and moderated by the module instructor.

Scheduled Directed Student Hours: 2 hours.

Description: The scheduled seminar will equate to 2 hours undertaken synchronously. The date and time of the seminar will be confirmed at the start of the module. The scheduled seminar will enable all students access, in a peer setting, to a tutor led discussion. Ideas from individual students can be commented on and explored by others, demonstrating the value of multiple perspectives in team working.
Attendance Recorded: Yes – tracked via the learning platform.

Self-directed learning hours: 124 hours

Description: This will involve directed and independent reading, independent research into strategic planning and complex problem management.

Mission / Vision / Values.

Strategic planning, organisational purpose, and objectives.

Developing and implementing strategy and operational plans, including theoretical and practical considerations.

Leading and managing change in healthcare.

The role of emotional intelligence and adaptive leadership.

Ability to diagnose organisational situations and appreciate alternative choices in resolving complex problems in a healthcare setting.

Organisational design with healthcare case studies.

Procurement and managing resources including the management of innovation.