RCSI Clinical Leadership programme
Embark on a distinctive journey with our online Professional Diploma in Clinical Leadership. Designed for both emerging and established healthcare professionals, this programme offers a unique blend of flexibility and advanced learning under world-class medical educators.
Our curriculum bridges critical gaps in clinical leadership and management, empowering you to excel in specialised roles and lead with confidence. Accelerate your career and commit to leadership excellence in the evolving world of healthcare.
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Secure your spot for the Professional Diploma in Clinical Leadership programme starting April 2025.
Study Clinical Leadership with RCSI Online
Learn online at your own pace and acquire a highly sought-after skill set, enabling you to design and lead effective solutions for optimal patient care in your specific setting.
This part-time, nine-month Professional Diploma in Clinical Leadership is a distinctive healthcare management course that promotes collaborative learning among health professionals. It utilises state-of-the-art international methods from emerging disciplines like positive psychology. This programme is evidence-based and tailored to meet the developmental needs of both individuals and their organisations.
The programme consists of three dynamic modules:
- The Clinical Leader: Understanding and Managing Oneself
- Leading People and Managing Resources in the Clinical Context
- Leading Change and Quality Improvement in Health Services
Delivered entirely online, the course is structured to accommodate the demanding schedules of healthcare professionals, with an emphasis on developing essential leadership skills. Our adept team ensures a comprehensive and engaging learning experience, supporting students of varying technical expertise.
Assessment involves continuous coursework, including two individual reflections and a two-part individual assignment, all contributing to a 100% weighting. Detailed guidelines for due dates and word counts are provided in the Assignment Descriptor.
Accredited by the NUI, the programme enables graduates to broaden their career prospects and to apply their enhanced skills across diverse organisational roles. Join us to progress into a skilled leadership and management role within the clinical setting.
- Price: €5,750
- Duration: 9 months
- Start date: 7 April 2025
- Delivery: Online
- Qualification: ProfDip
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The RCSI Graduate School of Management is committed to its mission of educating future leaders in healthcare delivery and related research. Become part of our international learning community and enjoy collaborative group work, team building, and networking opportunities in a supportive environment.
Why study Professional Diploma in Clinical Leadership with us?
- Explore the core concepts of self-awareness, resilience, and emotional intelligence to become an effective leader or manager in a clinical setting.
- Develop critical awareness of team leadership and inter-professional communication within various healthcare contexts.
- Lead and manage resources in healthcare settings while maintaining a positive outlook in your role as a clinical leader.
- Transform healthcare delivery by boosting operational efficiencies, and implementing strategies impacting performance outcomes.
Hear from our alumni
"The flexibility was really important when I was working and had a young child. The skills, knowledge and language that I developed afforded me the additional lens and language to move things forward."
International expert faculty
Dr Kristina Brown is the Programme Director for Professional Diploma in Clinical Leadership. Dr Brown’s expertise in restorative just cultures, psychological safety, and patient safety enriches her leadership in transforming healthcare management education, and her strategic advisory role in organisational culture transformation highlights her dedication to fostering safe, innovative healthcare environments.
Your journey ... our promise
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Accredited by National University of Ireland and internationally recognised.
International alumni base of 19,000 healthcare professionals and leaders.