Office of Leadership Education
The Rady Office of Leadership Education is dedicated to enhancing health care leadership. We provide essential development opportunities for learners, faculty, and alumni, ensuring access to resources that foster growth.
Our goal is to promote collaboration, build partnerships, and drive innovation, cultivating the leadership capacity needed for a thriving health system. Together, we’re shaping the future of health care by empowering leaders who will make a difference.
Opportunities
President's Student Leadership Program (PLSP)
The Burns Leadership Institute is excited to announce that applications for the fifth cohort of the President's Student Leadership Program (PSLP) are now open! This annual co-curricular development program selects 25 students from a variety of faculties, backgrounds, interests, and levels of study. If you're interested in developing your leadership skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Applications open: January 22, 2024
Deadline to apply: March 3, 2024
PSLP participant testimonials
The UM President’s Student Leadership Program (PSLP) is a fantastic opportunity for RFHS Health Sciences students to develop skills such as negotiation, communication, team building, collaboration, as well as enhancing self-awareness.
I have had leadership training through bodies such as the Canadian Medical Association as well as Harvard, and I can honestly say that the curriculum and experiential learning that takes place in PSLP is on par with these programs and is an exceptional way to prepare yourself for leadership roles in the future.
Further, because of the broad range of background of the PSLP cohort, you not only receive outstanding mentorship yourself, but you in turn have the opportunity to mentor peers and aspiring healthcare leaders. PSLP is a wholistic leadership development model, and I would most definitely encourage my peers to apply!
Allison Balasko
MD/PhD Candidate
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholar
Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Fowke Laboratory of Viral Immunology
I was drawn to the interdisciplinary, inclusive, and immersive approach of the President’s Student Leadership Program (PSLP) and learning from leaders from diverse backgrounds with a wealth of knowledge and experience. This program was a tremendous learning opportunity for like-minded students who are intentional and striving for personal, academic, and professional development and growth to equip themselves to serve as leaders in a multi-cultural environment.
The leaders of the PSLP program created and fostered a respectful environment conducive to learning, growth and empowerment of participants. The various organization leaders and personal mentors who participate have a wealth of experience, are generous with their knowledge, are inspiring, have a heart for service, care deeply about the future of Winnipeg, and give of themselves by sharing and mentoring future leaders.
Despite being busy professionals with immense responsibilities these senior executives make time to serve on varied boards, e, g., education, and business, as well as engage with the community. What struck me the most about the leaders is their appreciation of the value of teamwork, partnership, and collaboration. This was truly an enrichening and informative experience.
Abbie Kawadza
Master's of Nursing student
College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Science
Resources
Explore our library guide for a selection of resources supporting health leadership education.
The Leadership Education Library Guide was created to provide additional resources for everyone interested in developing competencies and capabilities in health leadership. The guide incudes books, articles, videos and training materials.
Curated for the health sciences learner across the learning continuum, we aim to support those exploring leadership development at their own pace or teachers looking to integrate additional resources.
The guide was developed by members of the Office of Leadership Education, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences (RFHS), in partnership with the UM Library.
Resources listed here are not exhaustive and may change over time. We welcome your feedback and suggestions.
Events
View more eventsCrucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue
2-Day Virtual Course
Dates: October 25–26, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (CDT)
Faculty: Dr. Gillian Kernaghan
Course Fee: $500
Additional information
Learning Objectives
In this Physician Leadership Institute course, you will:
- Connect psychological and cultural safety to engagement, well-being, organizational culture, and patient outcomes.
- Explore the benefits of advocating for psychological and cultural safety and representing marginalized groups in healthcare teams.
- Reflect on personal biases and power dynamics that affect safety in healthcare settings.
- Develop effective communication practices for individuals and teams to promote psychological and cultural safety and allyship.
- Practice addressing safety challenges, including microaggressions and conflict, within teams.
- Apply trauma-informed leadership approaches.
- Implement practical inclusivity strategies to drive positive organizational change.
CCME Credits
- This program is accredited by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for a minimum of 11.5 CME credits.
- It is also an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) by the Maintenance of Certification program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, approved for a minimum of 13 credits.
Registration Deadline
January 1, 2025 (Space is limited)
Registration Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations received in writing up to January 15, 2025, will receive a refund of registration fees minus a $75 administrative fee.
- Transfers to online courses within the same calendar year are accepted if spots are available.
26th ILA Global Conference
Architects of Change: Leaders, Followers, & Communities
Date: November 7
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM EDT
Location: Chicago
Join us for a half-day summit that offers a unique platform for blending the worlds of healthcare and leadership. This event aims to enrich both fields through shared learning and collaboration. Participants will gain new insights, strategies, and connections to navigate the complex landscape of healthcare leadership today and into the future.
Inclusive Leadership: Cultivating Psychologically and Culturally Safe Working Environments
2-Day Virtual Course
Faculty: Dr. Lisa Richardson and Dr. Janelle Syring
Dates: January 31 & February 1, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Central Time)
Fee: $500
Additional information
Learning Objectives
In this Physician Leadership Institute course, you will:
- Develop Skills: Learn how to effectively engage others when dealing with challenging issues.
- Identify Crucial Moments: Recognize when a conversation or issue becomes critical.
- Apply Practical Tools: Use practical tools to manage the challenges you encounter.
CCME Credits
- This program is accredited by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for a minimum of 12.5 CME credits.
- It is also recognized as an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) by The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and approved for a minimum of 13 credits.
- Participants should claim credit only for the actual number of hours attended.
Registration Deadline
September 25, 2024 (space is limited)
Registration Cancellation Policy
- If you need to cancel, you can receive a refund of the registration fees minus a $75 administrative fee if you notify us in writing by October 10, 2024.
- Transfers to online courses within the same calendar year are allowed if spots are available.
- For more details on substitution or cancellation, please refer to our full policy.
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