Executive Certificate in Healthcare Management & Leadership
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-05-01 | - |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-05-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Executive Certificate in Healthcare Management & Leadership
The Executive Certificate in Healthcare Management & Leadership is an eight-week hybrid program designed to strengthen leadership, strategic management, financial, and performance improvement skills for healthcare professionals.
Who Should Participate?
Ideal for emerging and mid-level professionals, the Executive Certificate equips administrators, clinical leaders, and those transitioning into management roles to lead effectively, drive innovation, and improve healthcare operations. It is especially valuable for professionals in rural or underserved settings, including those working in rural hospitals, critical access facilities, and tribal health systems.
Program Details
- Format: Virtual/Hybrid
- Duration: Eight Weeks
- Cost: $4,500
Upcoming Program Details
Step into a transformative learning experience designed for rising healthcare leaders. This competitive program blends cutting-edge insights with hands-on leadership development to help you thrive in today's complex healthcare landscape.
Program Components
Applicants must commit to attending both Friday in-person sessions without conflicts from professional obligations. The program requires full participation in all components, including:
- Three virtual sessions (May 29, June 26, and July 24) for Summer 2026
- Completion of all modules and submission of program feedback
- Participation in the final Service Line Competition
- Two in-person sessions in Houston (September 18, October 16, and November 13) for Fall 2026, with Zoom participation available for the October 16 session
- Completion of all modules and submission of program feedback
- Participation in the final Service Line Competition
Rural and international participants may complete the program entirely in a hybrid format, ensuring accessibility regardless of location.
Program Fee
The program fee is $4,500, including all instructional content, live sessions, and modules. An early bird rate of $3,950 is available for Summer 2026 (by May 2) and Fall 2026 (by August 21). Reduced rates are available for rural health professionals.
Learning Objectives
This program is designed to strengthen the leadership pipeline by equipping professionals with practical skills in strategic management, finance, performance improvement, ethics, emerging technologies, and team management. Participants will apply their learning through real-world projects and conclude with a Service Line Competition, pitching healthcare service solutions to leaders in the field.
8-Week Timeline
Please refer to the program-specific guides under program components for dates.
| Time | Item |
|---|---|
| In-Person Meeting (8A-2P CST) | Deliverable Due |
| Module 1: Leadership & Management | Project Proposal due end of Module 1 |
| Module 2: Change & Strategic Management | Strategic Alignment Report due end of Module 2 |
| Self-Paced | Deliverable Due |
| Module 3: Ethics & Compliance | Ethics and Compliance Operational Plan due end of Week 3 |
| Module 4: Emerging Technologies | Technology & Capital Needs Report due end of Module 4 |
| Synchronous Meeting (9A-2P CST)-Zoom | Deliverable Due |
| Module 5: Performance & Improvement | Operational Performance Plan due end of Module 5 |
| Module 6: Finance & Strategic Financial Management | Financial Feasibility Report due end Week 6 |
| Self-Paced | Deliverable Due |
| Module 7: Human Resources & Team Management | HR & Team Management Plan due end of Module 7 |
| Module 8: Consumer and Market Alignment | Consumer & Market Strategy due end of Module 8 |
| In-Person Meeting (8A-2P CST) | Deliverable Due |
| Service Line Competition | Pitching a new service line due end of Week 8 |
View Agenda
A sample agenda provides more details about what participants can expect on day one for in-person sessions during Fall 2026.
| Time | Item |
|---|---|
| 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM | Check-in breakfast |
| 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Leadership vs. Management |
| 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Vision & Strategy |
| 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Leadership in Action Workshop (Working Lunch) |
| 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Upcoming Assignments |
Credits & Logistics
Application and Admission
A bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of healthcare experience are required (exceptions considered). Please submit a 250- to 500-word personal statement and a résumé or CV. The deadline for Summer 2026 is May 15, and for Fall 2026 is August 28, with notification of acceptance provided within 48 hours of receiving a complete application packet.
Certificate
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and a LinkedIn Certificate after completing all program components.
Hotel Information
The Fleming Center secures group rates for accommodation near the Texas Medical Center and UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.
Continuing Education Credit
Optional credits are available at an additional cost based on credits claimed.
Meet the Program Director
Ginger Raya, EdD, MPA, Center Director for the Fleming Center for Healthcare and Management, is a nationally recognized healthcare executive, educator, and mentor with over 20 years of experience driving operational excellence, strategic growth, and organizational transformation across academic institutions and healthcare systems.