Leading Innovation in Healthcare

This online professional development course covers the following topics: 

• Current policy drivers that influence innovation in healthcare
• Theory and real-life practice of innovation
• The challenges of leadership in developing innovation in healthcare
• Design thinking (IDEO)
• Patient and public influence on the development of innovation
• Frameworks for managing resistance to innovation
• Culture, power, politics, conflict, and innovation

You do not require any previous qualifications or work experience to study one of our online professional development courses.

You must provide evidence that you have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5. 

If you do not have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take our free online English test to assess your proficiency.  

You do not need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries. 

Fees for the academic year 2025/26 

£1,447 

These fees* are fully inclusive of all costs, including all teaching materials, core textbooks, assessments, and resits.  

*All tuition fees shown are net of any applicable sales tax payable by you in your country of residence. Where we are required to add sales tax at the local statutory rate, this will be added to the tuition fees shown and confirmed. 

Teaching and assessment  

The learning, teaching and assessment strategies for all online programmes are aligned with the three University of Liverpool Hallmarks of research-connected teaching, active learning and authentic assessment – as well as the three University of Liverpool Graduate Attributes of confidence, digital fluency and global citizenship.  
  

Teaching methods  

Studying online allows you to study in your own time and from wherever works best for you – whether that is from your home, during your lunch hour or anywhere else you have internet access.  

All our online programmes are delivered through a specially designed online learning platform. This allows 24/7 access to your study materials, which includes:  

• innovative lecturecasts consisting of audio recordings, infographics, videos, animation, short tasks, and written content  

• a comprehensive eLibrary of ebooks and academic journals  

• forums for you to discuss programme content with peers  

• support from academic staff and a dedicated Student Support team  

Assessments  

Online programmes are assessed based on work carried out in the virtual classroom. Reflecting the hallmark of authentic assessment, this may include report writing, reflective practice, research projects, and individual or group presentations that represent the kinds of tasks you would be expected to undertake in a professional setting.  

We are committed to:  

• providing frequent and transparent feedback  

• ensuring our assessment criteria are simple and clear  

• making it easy for you to clearly view your marks in your gradebook when you log into the learning platform  

• delivering provisional marks and feedback of assessed work usually within seven days for taught modules  

• ensuring academic support through weekly lecturer office hours  

• providing access to our Student Support team, with whom you can discuss any concerns or issues  

Online learning experience  

We will support your online learning experience with high-quality learning materials and resources, which can all be found on our state-of-the-art virtual learning platform.  

Typically, your learning experience will include the following:  

• directed learning – including participation in virtual discussions with peers, led by the lecturer, working through relevant and specially prepared videos and lecturecasts; completing interactive exercises on the learning platform; appointments with your lecturer during office hours  

• self-directed learning – including wider reading and research in your subject area to further develop your knowledge and understanding  

• assessment – time taken to prepare and complete assignments and activities which contribute to your overall assessment  

Study duration 

Leading Innovation in Healthcare has an approximate study duration of 10 weeks, studied online and part-time.

Academic staff  

We are committed to delivering an enriching online study experience, and all our lecturers are experienced subject specialists with demonstrated learning and teaching proficiency.   

They play an integral part in ensuring the latest theories and research feature in our programmes and are dedicated to providing a high level of support throughout your studies.   

All lecturers and supervisors are honorary faculty at the University of Liverpool.  

Quality and assurance   

As one of the Russell Group’s 24 members, the University of Liverpool is recognised as a world-class, research-intensive institution, that adheres to strict quality standards.  

The University is registered with the Office for Students and an established member of the Quality Assurance for Higher Education.   

Apply for this course by completing a simple online form.  

You will also need to provide evidence of your English language ability, equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5. 

If you do not have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take our free online English test to assess your proficiency. Please note, you do not need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries. 

Students with disabilities  

We welcome applications from students with disabilities and consider them on the same academic grounds as those of other students. If you have a disability, medical condition and/or support needs it is important that you inform us so that you receive appropriate support.  

Deadlines  

We have regular start dates throughout the year with regular application deadlines. Applicants are encouraged to apply in good time, particularly if they have special requirements.  

The Leading Innovation in Healthcare online professional development course will be beneficial whether you are looking to accelerate your current healthcare role or have a keen interest in technology and innovation. 

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are transferable across a wide range of industries. You could pursue roles across healthcare in research and leadership, as well as further afield in manufacturing, sustainability and IT solutions. 

The Management School is amongst an elite group of business schools to hold the gold standard triple accreditation (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS). Our vision is to be a globally connected Management School, with our transformative research and teaching, placing us at the forefront of influential knowledge leadership. The latest Research Excellence Framework 2021 rated us 9th in the sector for research power, and 100% of our research environment was classified world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*).  

By studying online with Liverpool, you can gain a highly regarded microcredential from a prestigious redbrick university. We are also a member of the Russell Group, a group of 24 research-led UK universities committed to maintaining the highest possible standards of research and education. You will acquire new skills and knowledge, all while continuing to work in your current role.   

The University of Liverpool has been offering online programmes since 2000. We are recognised as one of Europe’s leading providers of wholly online postgraduate degrees. All our programmes are designed for online delivery, and our state-of-the-art learning platform encourages collaboration with fellow professionals from around the world.