Welcome

This is a sample of what you would experience in the course. We are making part of the first module available for free so that you can gauge whether the content level is right for you. Written assignments, discussion forums and quizzes are not included. If you are interested in taking this course, please visit our website for more details. Please contact us at edgh@uw.edu if you have questions.

Video: Course Introduction

Course Learning Objectives

After completing this course, you will be able to:

1. Approach management challenges in laboratory settings with core knowledge of and skills in organizational management as a guide;
2. Explain the importance of leadership and identify key differences between leading vs. managing;
3. Define diversity, equity, and inclusion, and compare what is meant by equity versus equality;
4. Design a recruitment process based on holistic assessment of applicants to ensure equity and diversity;
5. Describe the value of teamwork and core values to guide your leadership development and growth;
6. Identify strategies to manage and understand the relationship between different leadership styles and power dynamics, in team and organizational settings;
7. Identify strategies to more effectively influence, collaborate, and supervise others;
8. Recognize the impact of positive communication and work climate and utilize tools to implement it in the laboratory;
9. Integrate an effective change management process;
10. Explain the principles and success factors for financial management of the laboratory; and
11. Translate insights from self-assessment into personal plans for improving leadership and management skills in laboratory medicine.