Leadership Skills for Healthcare Administrators to Drive Organizational Success (HLM 701)
Leadership Skills for Healthcare Administrators to Drive Organizational Success (HLM 701)
Capella University’s HLM 701: Leadership Skills for Healthcare Administrators course is designed to provide students with the essential leadership skills necessary to effectively lead healthcare organizations and drive organizational success. Healthcare administrators play a critical role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery by ensuring that their organizations operate efficiently, provide high-quality care, and remain financially sustainable.
Course Overview:
In HLM 701, students will focus on developing key leadership skills, including strategic thinking, decision-making, communication, and conflict resolution. The course emphasizes transformational leadership and how administrators can inspire and motivate teams to meet organizational goals. Students will also explore how effective leadership contributes to building a strong organizational culture, enhancing employee engagement, and driving continuous improvement within healthcare organizations.
Key Learning Outcomes:
By the end of HLM 701, students will:
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Develop Strategic Leadership Skills: Understand how to use strategic thinking and planning to set long-term goals, identify opportunities, and drive the success of healthcare organizations.
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Improve Decision-Making: Gain practical experience in making data-driven decisions that enhance patient care, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
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Enhance Communication and Team Building: Learn how to build and maintain effective communication with staff, patients, and other stakeholders to foster collaboration and improve organizational culture.
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Implement Change Management: Understand how to lead and manage organizational change, particularly in response to evolving healthcare environments and policies.
This course equips healthcare administrators with the leadership tools and skills necessary to drive organizational success and ensure the long-term viability and effectiveness of their healthcare organizations.
