SMLP Executive Modules Overview

Each module is designed to be completed in 4–5 hours, online, across an 8-week window, followed by 2 weeks of scheduled contact sessions via virtual meetings within the learning ecosystem. Modules can be taken independently or as part of the full certificate.

Module 1 of 8

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.

Learning Objectives

Explore key concepts of leadership and their application in health systems.

Distinguish between leadership and management roles in complex health institutions.

Analyse different leadership styles and their appropriateness in various health scenarios.

Recommended Audience & Key Focus

Emerging Health LeadersProgrammes CoordinatorsMedical OfficersDepartmental Heads

Assessment: Module Quiz (80%+ Pass Benchmark)

Module 2 of 8

Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making in Health

Equip decision-makers with advanced analytical tools to formulate context-driven strategies, solve systemic health challenges, and lead evidence-informed decision-making processes. This module covers strategic planning frameworks, risk management, scenario analysis, and root-cause problem diagnosis to guide institutions through complex regulatory and operational environments.

Learning Objectives

Identify strategic thinking tools and their application in health systems.

Adopt decision-making tools tailored to healthcare settings.

Enhance analytical and problem-solving skills to address health system challenges.

Recommended Audience & Key Focus

Senior ExecutivesHealth Policy MakersOperations ManagersNGO Directors

Assessment: Module Quiz (80%+ Pass Benchmark)

Module 3 of 8

Human Resource Management in Healthcare

Master the healthcare workforce lifecycle from recruitment and talent development to retention, build high-performing inclusive teams, and resolve interpersonal and organizational conflict. Participants gain actionable skills in performance management, motivational leadership, and creating psychological safety in multidisciplinary clinical and administrative settings.

Learning Objectives

Manage health workforce life cycle: recruitment, development, retention.

Develop leadership techniques to foster inclusive and high-performing teams.

Strengthen conflict resolution competencies in multidisciplinary settings.

Recommended Audience & Key Focus

HR PersonnelClinical DirectorsAdministrative LeadsTeam Leaders

Assessment: Module Quiz (80%+ Pass Benchmark)

Module 4 of 8

Health Economics and Financial Management

Understand fundamental health economics principles, construct strategic budgets aligned with institutional priorities, and enforce strict accountability and transparency in resource allocation. Learn cost-benefit analysis, financial sustainability strategies, auditing standards, and financial leadership across public and private healthcare organizations.

Learning Objectives

Apply fundamental financial principles for managing health projects.

Prepare and manage budgets aligned with strategic goals.

Enhance accountability and transparency in the use of public and private resources.

Recommended Audience & Key Focus

Project Finance OfficersManaging DirectorsSupervisory AuthoritiesOperation Managers

Assessment: Module Quiz (80%+ Pass Benchmark)

Module 5 of 8

Change Management in Health Systems

Deploy proven change management models, navigate complex organizational dynamics, overcome institutional resistance, and sustain transformation across diverse work environments. Focuses on change readiness assessment, stakeholder buy-in strategies, cultural alignment, and embedding lasting innovation into organizational DNA.

Learning Objectives

Explore and deploy change management models and strategies.

Manage organisational dynamics and resistance to change.

Apply change sustainability management strategies in work environments.

Recommended Audience & Key Focus

Change ChampionsHospital AdministratorsMinistry OfficialsInstitutional Leads

Assessment: Module Quiz (80%+ Pass Benchmark)

Module 6 of 8

Communication for Behavioural Change and Health Promotion

Strengthen executive communication skills, execute high-impact health advocacy initiatives, engage key stakeholders, and influence national and sector policy environments. Master crisis communication, strategic media engagement, behavioral change communication (BCC) models, and policy negotiation techniques.

Learning Objectives

Strengthen verbal and non-verbal communication for leadership contexts.

Plan and execute effective health advocacy initiatives.

Engage stakeholders and influence policy environments.

Recommended Audience & Key Focus

Public Relations OfficersCommunication OfficersHealth Advocacy LeadsPolicy Advisors

Assessment: Module Quiz (80%+ Pass Benchmark)

Module 7 of 8

Digital Leadership and Health Innovation for Health Equity

Promote digital transformation tools, drive innovation in health service delivery, build digital leadership competencies, and embed health equity into institutional planning. Explore telemedicine, electronic health records (EHR), data governance, AI applications in health, and inclusive digital strategies for underserved populations.

Learning Objectives

Promote the use of digital tools in health system strengthening.

Highlight the leadership competencies required for digital transformation.

Promote innovation in health service delivery and operations.

Integrate equity considerations into health system planning and service delivery.

Recommended Audience & Key Focus

Digital Health OfficersM&E LeadsInnovation ManagersHealthcare Executives

Assessment: Module Quiz (80%+ Pass Benchmark)

Module 8 of 8

Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning (MERL) & Quality Improvement

Leverage MERL frameworks for programmes management, harness data to optimize decision-making, and implement continuous quality improvement (QI) models. Learn indicators design, real-time performance tracking, data-driven institutional learning, and quality assurance systems to maximize health impact.

Learning Objectives

Develop an understanding of MERL in programmes management.

Use data to improve performance and evidence-informed decision-making.

Implement continuous quality improvement frameworks.

Recommended Audience & Key Focus

M&E OfficersProject DirectorsResearch CoordinatorsQuality Control Leads

Assessment: Module Quiz (80%+ Pass Benchmark)

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