Transforming Healthcare Leadership: The CMO Accelerator Experience

We are thrilled to welcome Nancy Scott as our guest for this episode of Pemba on Demand.

Nancy is the Leadership Development Programs Director for Graduate and Executive Education at the University of Tennessee Haslam College of Business.

She joins us today to discuss the new Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Accelerator Program now available at the University of Tennessee.

Nancy's Background and Role at UT

Nancy has a background in industrial and organizational psychology. That, coupled with her experiences as a graduate student, shaped her passion for training future leaders in healthcare.

Structure and Content of the CMO Accelerator Program

The CMO Accelerator Program follows a structured format, including synchronous virtual sessions and personalized assignments tailored to real-world challenges in healthcare leadership.

Target Audience and Program Goals

The primary target audience for the CMO Accelerator Program includes physician leaders aspiring to CMO roles and those seeking to enhance their strategic management skills in healthcare.

Feedback and Improvements from Cohort One

Feedback from the first cohort of the CMO Accelerator Program has led to improvements in peer exposure, assignment clarity, and potential expansions like financial management training.

Admissions and Logistics

Prospective students interested in the CMO Accelerator Program can contact Tom Brown for admissions information and application details. The program accepts a limited number of students per cohort, and seats may still be available for the upcoming cohort starting on the third Thursday of May 2024.

Future Vision and Expansion of the Program

The vision for the CMO Accelerator Program includes becoming a trusted resource in healthcare leadership development within five to ten years.

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CMO Accelerator Program

CMO Accelerator University of Tennessee is now accepting applications for the upcoming cohort beginning May 16, 2024.

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For more information, contact Tom Brown.