Executive Leadership in Academic Health Centers

The Executive Leadership in Academic Health Centers program is a six-month initiative for new and aspiring leaders within schools of nursing at academic health centers. The program features three immersive experiences, a comprehensive personalized leadership assessment, executive coaching sessions, and project-based learning. Throughout the program, participants will develop the knowledge, skills and awareness to lead AHC-affiliated nursing schools. Program faculty members are all national leaders in academic health centers.

Immersion One will focus on the characteristics of the AHC and the leader’s responsibility for leading change and developing strategic partnerships. A debrief of a personal leadership assessment and executive coaching will also be introduced.

Immersion Two will focus on the tools necessary to successfully lead complex organizations, including building and leading teams as well as donor, alumni and stakeholder relations. A strong focus on financial management, fiscal responsibility, “funds flow” internal to the AHC and diversification of funding sources will be introduced.

Immersion Three takes an individualized approach to participants’ needs, preparing them to evaluate career opportunities and successfully compete for the next position. Additionally, participants will develop a proposal for implementation that employs a strong business case.

Participant Fee: $9,000

*Travel and accommodations for immersive experiences are not included in the registration fee.

Program Schedule

Virtual Orientation: November 3, 2025 at 10:00-11:00 AM PT

Immersive Experience 1 (Bonita Springs, FL): January 12-14, 2026

Immersive Experience 2 (Washington, D.C.): March 25-27, 2026

Immersive Experience 3 (San Francisco, CA): June 1-3, 2026

Online applications open: June 2, 2025

Applications close: September 5, 2025

Applicants notified of acceptance: September 19, 2025

Payment due: October 31, 2025

Please hold the program dates and times on your calendar while your application is under consideration.

Contact LeadershipInstitute@ucsf.edu with questions about this program or the application.

Applicant Name*

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Demographic Questions

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Program & Leadership Response Questions

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Leadership and Goals*

Please describe your leadership experience and identify your career goals as they relate to leadership in academic nursing.

Goals Timeline*

Given the leadership goals you just identified, what is your proposed timeline for accomplishing these goals.

Program Participation*

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Growth & Development*

Please identify your strengths and areas for development with regards to leadership in nursing and academia.

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