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RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS 2019/2020
RCSI DUBAI Welcome from the Director of the Institute of Leadership 1 RCSI Institute of Leadership 2 RCSI Institute of Leadership in numbers 3 Why study at the Institute of Leadership 4 Our Programmes 5 Enhancing Your Career Prospects 6 Academic Programmes 7 MSc in Leadership and Innovation in Healthcare 8 MSc in Healthcare Management 10 MSc in Quality & Safety in Healthcare Management 12 Testimonials 14 Admission Requirements 15 Executive Development Programmes 17
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WELCOME FROM THE
DIRECTOR OF THE INSTITUTE
Welcome to the Institute of Leadership of the Royal College of Surgeons in
Ireland. Here, our mission is to develop excellent leaders and managers so
that patients receive the best healthcare possible.
The Institute is Ireland’s only third level institution
dedicated exclusively to developing the leadership and
“The best laboratory for
management competencies of health professionals. leadership development is
The RCSI has educated leaders in the health professions
for over 220 years and the Institute builds on this tradition
one’s own autobiography
by developing the healthcare leaders of tomorrow. complemented by formal training
Doctors, nurses, pharmacists, scientists, allied health
and development”.
professionals, researchers and administrators take our
courses. They work in hospitals, community based If you are proactive, open to exploring new ways of
healthcare systems, government agencies, academic and learning and thinking, keen to learn from and share
research institutions or pharmaceutical, biotechnology experience with others, and if you are motivated to
and medical devices companies. develop yourself and your organisation in order to
improve the delivery of healthcare to patients, then you
Over 2400 health professionals have graduated from will find in us an excellent partner for your development.
the Institute. We are very proud of the fact that many of
our graduates have been promoted into senior positions
where they now apply what they have learned with us to Professor Ciarán O’Boyle
improving the care of patients Director of RCSI Institute of Leadership
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RCSI INSTITUTE OF LEADERSHIP
The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland has been Whilst the Institute is an accredited academic The Institute has campuses in Ireland, Dubai and Bahrain.
developing leaders in medicine and healthcare since its institution, we maintain close connections with the Over 500 health professionals are registered annually
foundation in 1784. In 2005, we established the Institute worlds of healthcare delivery and higher education. on the Institute’s MSc programmes in Leadership,
of Leadership, Ireland’s only third level institution, Our programmes are flexible, responsive and practical Management, Education, Quality, Patient Safety and
dedicated exclusively to developing the leadership, and use a blended learning approach that allows our Organisational Development, with an equal number
management and educational capacity of health students to progress their studies while continuing their taking its professional development courses.
professionals and their organisations professional careers.
For more information please visit
www.rcsi.com/leadership
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RCSI INSTITUTE OF LEADERSHIP IN NUMBERS
Institute
of
more than 2400 graduates
Leadership
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1784 2005
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To find out more visit www.rcsi.com/leadership
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WHY STUDY AT
THE INSTITUTE
OF LEADERSHIP?
Characteristics of Our Programmes
Leadership Thread Experienced Healthcare Action Learning & Diverse Student Body Excellent Networking Reputable
Professionals Action Research Opportunities
Each of our programmes Our faculty are We base our approach Our students are from Learning across RCSI has been delivering
has a leadership thread experienced healthcare to year two on the belief diverse backgrounds, boundaries provides you healthcare programmes in
where the focus is on professionals and voiced by Reg Revans both professionally, with strategic networking Dubai since 2005. We are
developing you as a academics who can relate the founder of Action nationally and culturally. skills and opportunities. a non-for-profit institution
leader. directly to the challenges Learning that ‘there is no This interprofessional that has an exclusive
of delivering modern action without learning mix greatly enriches your focus on healthcare.
healthcare. and no learning without learning experience.
action’
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OUR PROGRAMMES
Our programmes are:
Flexible and modular allowing you to continue Year 2 helps to develop your leadership capacity and Encourages evidence based learning and reflective
working while studying to innovate by applying theory to practice practice
Delivered through blended learning which combines Underpinned by the European Credit Transfer System
the best of classroom-based learning and e-learning (ECTS)
Accredited by the CAA on behalf of the UAE Ministry Delivered by experienced health professionals and
of Education and the National University of Ireland, so academics
that your qualification is recognised internationally
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ENHANCING YOUR CAREER PROSPECTS
Most professions encourage their members to engage
in continuing professional development. Improving one’s
leadership and management capability
96%
had learned to
94%
found their
94%
gained
is seen as integral to this.
apply principles University confidence to
Because healthcare is now so complex and changing from the experience try out new
so rapidly, health professionals must be capable of programme to new very worthwhile. ideas.
situations at work.
contributing to the ongoing development of their
organisations. Employees in healthcare increasingly require,
not only basic professional clinical or administration
qualifications, but also a range of leadership and
management competencies.
94%
had developed their
86%
agreed that the programme improved their
Our programmes provide the opportunity for the
development of professional and personal competencies problem-solving skills. skills in written communication.
and qualities.
An evaluation of our programmes (Pitman, 2013) found
that:
Pitman (2013). Evaluation of MSc programmes taken at the RCSI Institute of Leadership.
RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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PROGRAMMES
MSc in Leadership and Innovation in Healthcare
MSc in Healthcare Management
MSc in Quality & Safety in Healthcare Management
Dr Eleni Tzouramani BSc, MBA, Dr Pauline Connolly PhD, MSc, Grad
PhD, PGCert, FHEA Dip Pub Sector Mgt, Dip Personnel,
Senior Lecturer, Programme BSoc SC (hons), FCIPD
Director - Dubai Senior Lecturer, Programme Director
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MSC IN LEADERSHIP AND
INNOVATION IN HEALTHCARE
The Programme Module 3: Leading and Managing Services (10 ECTS)
KEY FACTS This programme is designed to develop tomorrow’s The aim is to provide an understanding of the nature
leaders today by enhancing your personal and of delivering a high quality service and the factors that
Delivered in: Dubai and Ireland professional leadership development. It will develop contribute to excellence in leading and managing in
leadership competencies, management skills, and healthcare.
Delivery method: Blended learning, using a combination of the ability to be innovative in an uncertain healthcare
classroom and web based interaction environment that has limited resources, increased
demands and budget restrictions. Semester 2 (February – May)
Duration: Two Years
This Masters is aimed at any healthcare professional who Module 4: Leading Innovation and Change (10 ECTS)
Commission for Academic Accreditation on behalf of UAE wishes to increase their self-awareness and drive their This module focuses on the management of change, the
Ministry of Education, The National University of Ireland. organisations towards long term success for patients, differences between quality improvement and innovation
other stakeholders and the wider community. and how to effectively lead and implement innovation
UAEQF Status: Level 9 and change in healthcare.
YEAR 1
ECTS Credits: 90 Module 5: Strategic Planning and Implementation
Semester 1 (October – January) (10 ECTS)
Commences: 27 September 2019 The aim is to provide an understanding of the current
Module 1: Developing and Demonstrating Personal strategies, practices as well as a selection of best
Fees: 115, 500 AED (inclusive of 5% VAT) Leadership Qualities (10 ECTS) practice frameworks, tools and techniques for strategic
Developing and demonstrating personal leadership planning and implementation in healthcare
qualities and knowing yourself and what motivates you,
your core strengths and weaknesses is the foundation to Module 6: Developing a Future Oriented Mindset
realising your own leadership potential. (10 ECTS)
This aims to help participants develop a future-oriented
Module 2: Working with and Leading Others (10 ECTS) mindset that allows them to better understand and lead
Effectively working with and leading others is healthcare development.
fundamental for the healthcare profession to deliver high
quality patient care and create a culture that is conducive
to innovation and change for the benefit of patients,
stakeholders and the wider community.RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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YEAR 2
Semester 3 & 4 (September – May)
Module 7: Research Methods & Methodology
(10 ECTS)
The aim is to provide participants with research skills
that will enable them to apply different research
methodologies and choose appropriate research designs
for innovation and change situations taking into account
social and ethical issues and responsibilities
Applied Leadership & Innovation Project (20 ECTS)
Students will design, research and plan an innovation
or change project in their own organization. This is
an opportunity to apply and integrate the learning,
knowledge and skills acquired from the previous seven
modules to a real situation. As such, it reflects the
practical philosophy of the programme which seeks to
integrate theory and practice for the benefit of patients,
staff and clients.RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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MSC IN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
The Programme Semester 2 (February - May)
KEY FACTS This programme integrates theory and practice, fostering
advanced management knowledge and leadership skills Module 4: Leadership & Strategic Management
Delivered in: Dubai, Ireland and Bahrain that add value to you, your career and workplace (10 ECTS)
Examine different approaches to leadership to
Delivery method: Blended learning, using a combination of YEAR 1 determine how to be more effective as a leader. Learn
classroom and web-based interaction. how to design and implement strategy, using a wide
Semester 1 (October – January) variety of tools to understand the external environment
Duration: Two Years and assess the internal strengths and weaknesses of your
Module 1: Managing Organisations & People organisation.
Accreditation: Commission for Academic Accreditation (10 ECTS)
on behalf of UAE Ministry of Education. The National Learn how organisations develop and how employees Module 5: Quality & Risk Management (10 ECTS)
University of Ireland. can be supported and motivated to produce their best Examine the core evidence-based concepts and
work and develop themselves. principles of healthcare quality, risk and patient safety
UAEQF Status: Level 9 through a critical review of best practice frameworks,
Module 2: Operations Management & Quality strategies and tools and their application to your area of
ECTS Credits: 90 (10 ECTS) practice.
Explore the nature of service provision and how
Commences: 27 September 2019 operation management tools can be used to improve the Module 6: Managing Finance in Healthcare
quality of patient care, through process redesign. Organisations (10 ECTS)
Fees: 115, 500 AED (inclusive of 5% VAT) Prepare, interpret and critically evaluate key financial
Module 3: Evaluation, Measurement & Research statements. Investigate management accounting, with
(10 ECTS) particular reference to costing and budgeting.
Investigate the principles and requirements of evidence-
based practice through the application of frameworks,
approaches and tools that will allow you to evaluate
initiatives in your professional area.RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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YEAR 2
Semester 3 & 4 (October - May)
Project (30 ECTS)
Your written project will be centred upon an
organisational change. You will identify an opportunity
for improvement in your organisation and design a
change or innovation based upon this. In collaboration
with your manager and supervisor, you will select a
project designed to produce positive outcomes for your
organisation and prepare a proposal for the planned
change. You will then apply your learning from Year 1,
to help you meet specific requirements of the change
project.
You will be supported through this process by
an academic supervisor and different learning
methodologies.
The project draws heavily on your prior learning in Year
one and provides you with the opportunity to apply
the knowledge and skills you have acquired to to a real
situation. As such, it reflects the practical philosophy
of the programme which seeks to integrate theory and
practice for the benefit of patients, staff and clients.RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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MSC IN QUALITY & SAFETY IN
HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
The Programme Semester 2 (February - May)
KEY FACTS The programme integrates theory and practice to foster
advanced healthcare quality, risk and patient safety Module 4: Leadership & Strategic Management (10 ECTS)
Delivered in: Dubai, Dublin and Bahrain knowledge and leadership skills that add value to you, Examine different approaches to leadership to determine
your career and your organisation. how to be more effective as a leader. Learn how to
Delivery method: Blended learning, using a combination of design and implement strategy, using a wide
classroom and web-based interaction. YEAR 1 variety of tools to understand the external environment
and assess the internal strengths and weaknesses of your
Duration: Two Years Semester 1 (October - January) organisation.
Accreditation: Commission for Academic Accreditation Module 1: Introduction to Quality & Safety in Module 5: Accreditation & Standards (10 ECTS)
on behalf of UAE Ministry of Education. The National Healthcare (10 ECTS) Investigate the accreditation process as an external audit
University of Ireland. Explore the concepts of quality and safety in healthcare, of quality. Examine different models of accreditation and
within the context of the evolution of quality, its pioneers standard setting for appropriateness and apply them
UAEQF Status: Level 9 and the catalysts and drivers for change. Review the to your work setting. Consider the merits and demerits
dimensions of quality, as viewed by key influential of a variety of accreditation processes and standards as
ECTS Credits: 90 thinkers and apply them to your practice. they apply to your organisation. Consider how the tools
of project management can assist in the accreditation
Commences: 27 September 2019 Module 2: Tools & Frameworks for Quality (10 ECTS) process.
Examine structure, process and outcome as key areas of
Fees: 115, 500 AED (inclusive of 5% VAT) safety and quality in healthcare. Explore the approaches Module 6: Clinical Governance (10 ECTS)
of Total Quality Management and Continuous Quality Learn how to implement a safe and quality service
Improvement. Apply quality tools and techniques to your using a clinical governance approach. Explore clinical
everyday work practice. incident reporting, risk management and integrated care
pathways.
Module 3: Evaluation, Measurement & Research (10 ECTS)
Investigate the principles and requirements of evidence-
based practice through the application of frameworks,
approaches and tools that will allow you to evaluate
initiatives in your professional area.RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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YEAR 2
Semester 3 & 4 (October - May)
Project (30 ECTS)
Your written project will be centred upon an
organisational change. You will identify an opportunity
for improvement in your organisation and design a
change or innovation based upon this. In collaboration
with your manager and supervisor, you will select a
project designed to produce positive outcomes for your
organisation and prepare a proposal for the planned
change. You will apply your learning from Year 1 to
help you meet the specific requirements of the change
project.
You will be supported through this process by
an academic supervisor and by different learning
methodologies.
The project draws heavily on your prior learning
and provides you with the opportunity to apply the
knowledge and skills you have acquired to to a real
situation. As such, it reflects the practical philosophy
of the programme which seeks to integrate theory and
practice for the benefit of patients, staff and clients.RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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TESTIMONIALS
Coming from a clinical background, I am really proud that I am RCSI Alumni. It
healthcare to me was limited to patient- was great experience and granted a lot of
healthcare provider interaction. The important knowledge during my studying
programme was a great eye-opener, it journey which definitely helped me to
made me see healthcare from a different improve in my career. It was tough and
perspective. not easy to pass the journey, however, we
got support from RCSI instructors . I would
recommend others to join RCSI as it is the
Sarah Ibrahim Galadari
Clinical Operational Manager, Dubai Dental Clinic
best in improving their leadership and
MSc in Quality & Safety in Healthcare Management, 2017 management skills.
Wafa Khaleel Ibrahim Alajmani
Charge Nurse, Dubai Hospital, MSc in Healthcare Management, 2018RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA AND PROCESSES 2.1 There are two exceptions to the above: 3.0 Equivalency Certificate/Attestation
a. If you are a native speaker of English and have All primary degrees awarded outside of the United Arab
Overview completed your undergraduate education in an English Emirates, or that are not on the UAE MOE approved list,
The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland – Dubai MSc medium institution in a country where English is the must be assessed for equivalency by the MOE.
programmes are accredited by the Commission for official language.
Academic Accreditation (CAA) on behalf of the United b. If you were admitted to and graduated from an Contact should be made with Ministry of Education
Arab Emirates Ministry of Education (MOE). They are English medium institution and can provide evidence (MOE) at the following numbers
also accredited by the National University of Ireland. The that you acquired a minimum TOEFL score of 500 on Call Centre 80051115
following criteria are specified by the CAA. the paper based test (or its equivalent on another Dubai +971 4 2176666
standardised test approved by MOE) upon admission
1. Undergraduate Degree and Grade Point Average (GPA) to your undergraduate programme. MOE staff will guide you through the requirements of
Applicants must have a primary degree. Applicants the process. Please note that, depending on the country
should have a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 0-4 point scale, 2.2 Applicants may be admitted, under provisional from which you obtained your primary degree, this
from their undergraduate degree. Applicants who have status, to the MSc programmes provided they have a process can take a considerable amount of time. You are
a GPA of below 3.0, from their TOEFL score of at least 530 on the paper-based test, 197 advised to start the process as early as possible.
degree, may be admitted as provisional students. on the computer based test or 71 on the internet based
If the student achieves an average GPA of at least test (or its equivalent using a standardised test approved 3.1 Holders of primary degrees obtained within the UAE
3.0 on a 0-4 scale, for the first two modules, they may by MOHESR). Applicants must submit a TOEFL score of are required to have their degrees attested by MOE.
progress with the MSc programme. at least 550 on the paper-based test or its equivalent by
the completion of module 2. They must also achieve a 4. MSc in Leadership and Innovation in Healthcare
2.0 English Proficiency Requirement GPA of at least 3.0 across the first 2 modules. Applicants who do not hold a primary degree in
A TOEFL score of at least 550 on the paper-based, 213 healthcare must have a minimum of 3 years experience in
on the computer based or 79 on the internetbased 2.3 Please note that English proficiency tests are valid for the healthcare industry.
test, or the equivalent score on another standardised 2 years after they are taken. Your result must be in date
test approved by MOE, such as an IELTS score of 6.0 or and your name must be on the database of the relevant How can I apply to the Royal College of Surgeons in
PTE-A (Pearson Test of English-Academic) score of 50 - testing organisation at the time of application. Ireland - Dubai
57 is required for admission to the MSc programmes. Please fill in the online application form available at
www.rcsi.com/leadership/RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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Course Commencement Programme Design
MSc programmes commence in September. All MSc programmes are modular. In Year 2, participants
Currently, there is one intake per year. complete a change management project in their
workplaces and this is worth 30 credits for Healthcare
Duration of MSc Programmes Management and Quality and Safety in Healthcare
The MSc programmes can be completed in a minimum Management and 20 credits for Leadership and
of two academic years. However, participants have the Innovation in Healthcare.
flexibility, under certain circumstances, of completing Semester 1: October - January
their MSc programme within a 2 – 5 year timeframe. Semester 2: February - May
Please note that programme fees of the re-entry year will Semester 3: October - January
apply. An administrative fee will also apply. Semester 4: February - May
What happens once I submit my application?
On receipt of your application form you will receive a
confirmatory email or a phone call. All applications are
assessed by the academic team and you will be notified
in due process.RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS RCSI DUBAI PROSPECTUS
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EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES
EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES Are these programmes for you and your organisation?
The Institute of Leadership provides a range of bespoke These programmes are designed for health professionals
programmes which are designed to increase leadership and organisations working in the healthcare, pharma and
capabilities, improve performance, increase productivity biotechnology sectors.
and develop high performance teams.
Our programmes are taken by clinicians, nurses, dentists
Examples of Development Programmes and allied health professionals and managers who
wish to develop and extend their management and
Leadership development leadership skills. Bespoke Management and Leadership
Clinical Leadership Skills Development Programmes are also available.
Managing Staff Performance for Healthcare Professions
Working in High Performance Healthcare Teams Please contact us for further details.
Coaching & Mentoring Skills
Master Train the Trainer Programme All executive development programmes will offer CME /
Women in Leadership CPD points
Leading & Managing Change in Your Healthcare
Organisation
Psychometric Profilingcall us on +971 (0)4 375 2116 ww.rcsi.com/leadership/ RCSI DUBAI
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Ireland
RCSI Dubai
P.O. Box 505095
Dubai Healthcare City
Dubai – U.A.E.
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