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Values-Based Leadership in Health and Social Organizations

University Expert Diploma

Program Objectives

  1. Understand the foundations of values-based leadership and identify personal values and their influence on leadership.
  2. Develop the connection between organizational mission and individual purpose.
  3. Explore how personal values can guide exemplary leader behavior.
  4. Recognize the importance of exemplarity and caring for others in effective leadership.
  5. Develop skills to facilitate communication and connection among team members.
  6. Apply the knowledge acquired throughout the course in a practical project.
  7. Demonstrate the ability to lead a project from conception to implementation, integrating the values and skills learned.
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Contents

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Module 1. Introduction to Values-Based Leadership

  1. The 8 Essential Challenges of Organizations in the Current Framework of Complexity and Chang
  2. Conceptual Framework of the Chair of Values-Based Leadership
  3. The Leadership Qualities of Pep Guardiola and Manel Estiarte
  4. Corporate Values in Health and Social Organizations Today
  5. The Model of Values-Based Leadership in Health and Social Organizations
  6. An International Perspective on Values-Based Leadership in Health Organizations: Perspectives and Evolution
  7. The Differential Value and Importance of Values-Based Leadership in the Health and Social Sector

Module 2. When Mission Meets Purpose

  1. Sustainable Development Goal 3: Health and Well-being of People. Influence and Relationship with Other SDGs and the Framework of the 2030 Agenda.
  2. Transformations and Macro Trends of Change at the Global Level: Globalization, Digitalization, Automation, Demographic Changes, Climate Change, Sustainability, etc.
  3. Global Social and Economic Situations: Immigration, Inequalities, Aging Population, Collaborative and Circular Economy, etc.
  4. Social Evolution Towards Diversity, Equality, Inclusivity, Social Justice, Human Rights, Sexuality, Identity
  5. Promoting Health Equity within the Framework of the IHI (Institute of Healthcare Improvement) Quintuple Aim
  6. Current Situation in the Health Sector, Trends of Change, and Future Perspectives in Catalonia and Europe

Module 3. Exemplary Leadership from Personal Values

  1. Respect Professional Standards and Ethical Codes of Conduct
  2. Maintain Personal Integrity
  3. Personal and Professional Values
  4. Professionalism in the Health and Social Sector
  5. Ethical Considerations in Decision-Making Under Pressure
  6. Managing Ethical Dilemmas and Conflicts in Leadership
  7. Balancing Personal Values with Organizational Values and Expectations
  8. Ethical and Values-Based Leadership Towards Governance, Clinical and Health Management of Teams and Organizations, and Towards Positive Impact on Society

Module 4. The Value of Putting Others First

  1. Understand the Principles of Patient-Centered Care
  2. Develop Empathy, Assertiveness, and Active Listening
  3. Enhance Relational Skills for Effective Interaction with Others
  4. Strategies to Integrate Others’ Perspectives and Preferences in Decision-Making Processes
  5. Communication, Persuasion, and Positive Influence
  6. Critical Thinking
  7. Compassionate Leadership

Module 5. Collaborative and Team Culture

  1. Efficient Management of High-Performance Work Teams
  2. Build and Maintain a Culture of Integrity, Trust, and Well-being
  3. Align Individual and Organizational Values to Improve Performance and Outcomes
  4. Leading Initiatives to Improve Clinical Quality, Reduce Errors, and Enhance Patient Experience
  5. Use Data and Evidence-Based Practices to Drive Continuous Improvement
  6. Development of People and Teams
  7. Conflict Prevention and Management. Difficult Conversations
  8. Engagement Management and Talent Development

Module 6. Organizational Transformation and Positive Impact on Society

  1. New Skills, Roles, and Mindsets in the Team: Curiosity, Adaptability, Learnability
  2. Change Management Strategies to Implement Innovations, Technology, and Process Improvements While Maintaining Ethical Standards
  3. Humanization and Participatory Health to Improve Patient Experience
  4. Managing Outcomes: Metrics, Indicators (PREMs and PROMs), Dashboards, Risk Analysis, Business Analytics, Planning, and Decision-Making
  5. Creativity, Design Thinking, Innovation in Health and Social Sectors, Process Redesign
  6. Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation
  7. Value-Based Clinical Practices, Personalized Health

Module 7. Facilitating, Connecting, and Activating Skills

  1. Description of Behaviors and Conducts Based on Competencies and Values
  2. Creation of Tools for the Observation and Validation of Evidenced Behaviors in the Workplace
  3. Strategies for Designing Dissemination, Training, and Cascading Support Projects within Organizations
  4. Pedagogical Skills and Training of Trainers
  5. Strategies for Facilitating and Leading Collaborative and Co-Creation Dynamics
  6. Toolbox and Methodologies for Creative and Innovative Problem Solving of Complex Issues
  7. Digital Tools and Resources for the Basic Creation and Editing of Communication and Training Support Materials

Module 8. Final Work and/or Application Project

  1. Promote Values-Based Leadership Throughout the Organization: Highlight the importance of values within the organization, promote internal role models, incorporate values into daily activities, and train members of the institution, etc.
  2. Promote leadership initiatives that impact society. Incorporate values-based leadership into change and transformation projects to positively impact society.
  3. Other initiatives and projects proposed by participants that incorporate the dimension of values as a differentiating and unique element.