Developing the Next Generation of Transformational Leaders
Strategic Management and Leadership Programmes (SMLP) equips executives, health leaders, and policy makers across West Africa with evidence-based competencies to drive institutional excellence, navigate complexity, and lead sustainable change.
"Leadership is not a position; it is a capacity that can be developed, strengthened, and applied to create meaningful impact."
Why SMLP Executive Education Matters Now
Rapid workforce shifts, digital disruption, and health system complexities demand structured leadership development. Reskilling is no longer optional, it is strategic necessity.
New Jobs Emerging Globally
Expected to emerge by 2030, while 92 million existing roles shift, requiring transformational management.
Skillsets Changing by 2030
Of current workplace core skills will be redefined, making executive reskilling an urgent strategic necessity.
Skills Gap Barrier
Of employers identify critical leadership & technical skills gaps as the primary barrier to transformation.
Prioritising Upskilling
Of global organizational leaders plan to prioritize workforce upskilling and reskilling in their strategic plans.
What Makes SMLP Different?
Designed specifically to bridge academic scholarship with executive leadership practice across African health and governance landscapes.
Academic Excellence
Hosted by the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan—one of Africa's most respected medical and academic institutions.
Multidisciplinary Approach
Integrates evidence-informed perspectives from health, governance, corporate business, public policy, and global development.
Practice-Oriented Learning
Focuses on solving real-world leadership, structural, and health system challenges via applied capstones.
Distinguished Faculty
Facilitated by former Provosts, CMDs, WHO commissioners, and active institutional chief executives.
Flexible Delivery Model
Adopts self-paced online modules followed by scheduled contact sessions via Virtual meetings to suit executive schedules.
African Context, Global Reach
Addresses leadership realities within African healthcare and administrative environments while adopting global best practices.
Academic Excellence
Hosted by the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan—one of Africa's most respected medical and academic institutions.
Multidisciplinary Approach
Integrates evidence-informed perspectives from health, governance, corporate business, public policy, and global development.
Practice-Oriented Learning
Focuses on solving real-world leadership, structural, and health system challenges via applied capstones.
Distinguished Faculty
Facilitated by former Provosts, CMDs, WHO commissioners, and active institutional chief executives.
Flexible Delivery Model
Adopts self-paced online modules followed by scheduled contact sessions via Virtual meetings to suit executive schedules.
African Context, Global Reach
Addresses leadership realities within African healthcare and administrative environments while adopting global best practices.
The 8 Core Leadership Modules
Modules can be taken independently for specialized certification or combined into the full Strategic Management and Leadership Certificate.
Introduction to Leadership in Health
Build foundational leadership competencies required to navigate complex health systems, distinguish executive leadership from tactical management, and apply modern leadership styles effectively. Participants explore situational and adaptive leadership models, ethical governance frameworks, and strategic visioning necessary to inspire teams, resolve systemic institutional inertia, and drive sustainable healthcare improvements.
Core Topics Covered
Who Should Attend SMLP?
The programme welcomes participants from all disciplines and sectors, recognizing that leadership challenges and opportunities transcend traditional professional boundaries.
Healthcare Professionals
Medical Officers, CMDs, Nursing Directors, Clinical Leads, & Public Health Specialists.
University & Hospital Administrators
Deans, Registrars, Operation Managers, & University Administrative Leads.
Senior Executives & Board Members
CEOs, Directors, Supervisory Authorities, & Institutional Board Members.
Public Sector & Ministry Officials
Policy Designers, Permanent Secretaries, & Health Programme Coordinators.
NGO & Development Practitioners
Country Directors, M&E Leads, Project Coordinators, & CBO Directors.
Mid- & Early-Career Leaders
High-potential professionals aspiring to senior managerial and executive roles.
Flexible Delivery & Certification Pathway
Designed for busy executives and clinicians to combine flexible self-paced study with high-impact live peer interactions.
Self-Paced Online Modules
Complete 8 interactive online modules (4–5 hours per module) within an 8-week window at your own schedule.
Module Assessments & Quizzes
Complete short evaluations requiring an 80% or higher benchmark to demonstrate mastery.
2-Week Live Virtual meetings Contact Sessions
Participate in executive seminars, peer simulations, and expert Q&A with former CMDs and Provosts.
Applied Capstone & Certification
Present a real-world leadership strategy and receive your Certificate from College of Medicine, UI.