Strategic Planning in Health Care

SHSMD Credentials
Monday, November 16, 2020 – Sunday, January 31, 2021
24/7 access

From past attendees:

"I hold an established strategy role at a large institution and this course FAR exceeded my expectations (which were already high) in terms of rich content, crisp delivery, flexibility for a professional learner, and immediate applicability to my daily responsibilities. Truly spectacular!"

"Presenters were top notch and clearly current in the field of strategic planning. I very much enjoyed this class."

"This has been a great resource and learning opportunity for me. Will not only make me a more valuable employee but more importantly will benefit our hospital and patients."

Due to popular demand, SHSMD is excited to offer the Strategic Planning in Health Care online course series again! The series received an outstanding overall evaluation rating of 4.87/5 (with 5 being extremely satisfied).

The series will offer two core courses plus self-paced electives that allow you to customize the program based on your areas of interest. See below for more detail.

Discounts available for groups of 3 or more. Special rates available to anyone facing furloughs or layoffs due to COVID-19.

We encourage you to participate as much as possible during the live webinars, but in the event you cannot attend, all modules are recorded and available 24/7.

Course 1: Strategic Planning Process and Content

November 17-December 4, 2020

This course will cover four modules, with each module including a live, 60 minute webcast and associated discussions/assignments. Registrants must also pass a short exam at the end of the course as part of the credential requirements.  

• Module 1: Designing an Effective Strategic Planning Process
  Tuesday, November 17, 2020 | 2:30-3:30pm CT / 3:30-4:30 ET
• Module 2: Elements of a Strategic Plan
  Thursday, November 19, 2020 | 12-1pm CT / 1-2pm ET
• Thanksgiving break
• Module 3: Strategic Metrics (Key Performance Indicators)
  Tuesday, December 1, 2020 | 2:30-3:30pm CT / 3:30-4:30 ET
• Module 4: Understanding Context and Being Future Focused
  Friday, December 4, 2020 |12-1pm CT / 1-2pm ET

Electives Course: Self-Paced 

December 4, 2020 - January 31, 2021

• Click here to view the full list of elective webinars. You are only required to watch four webinars and complete/pass the accompanying quiz.

Course 2: Successful Plan Execution

January 4 - 31, 2021

• Module 1: Communicating the Strategic Plan to Different Stakeholders
  Tuesday, January 5, 2021 | 12-1pm CT / 1-2pm ET 
• Module 2: Developing a Tactical Plan
  Thursday, January 7, 2021 | 12-1pm CT / 1-2pm ET 
• Module 3:  Integrating and Aligning the Strategic Plan with Financial Planning
  Tuesday, January 12, 2021 | 12-1pm CT / 1-2pm ET 
• Module 4: Bridging Worlds (pre-recorded)

Only upon completion of all the credential requirements will registrants will receive a SHSMD Strategic Planning in Health Care Credential. This includes completion of assignments, discussion board, exams, quizzes and evaluations.