Programme Overview - Real-time, immersive, virtual learning
This programme, developed by Dublin Academic Medical Centre (DAMC) clinicians in partnership with Smurfit Executive Development, provides doctors with relevant management language, tools and best practices, and focuses on practical skill development through highly-interactive discussions, role-plays and simulations.
Participants will learn to understand key business management principles, practices and tools in relation to healthcare dynamics, financial management and leadership. Learning outcomes include increased managerial effectiveness through the application of theoretical knowledge and practice, and the evaluation and appraisal of financial data to improve service development and efficiency.
Key Details
7th February 2026
Next Intake
€2,750
Fees
6 days (Live Virtual)
Duration
Certificate (NFQ Level 9)
Award
For more information
Postgraduate Centre Coordinator
To apply for this programme, please contact the Postgraduate Centre Coordinator at the Mater Hospital Postgraduate Centre on postgrad@mater.ie or telephone +353 1 803 4383. You can also visit https://www.materpostgrad.com/
The Smurfit Experience
Spring 2026 Schedule
| Module Title | Faculty & Contributors | 2026 Dates |
|---|---|---|
| First Weekend | ||
| Physicians as Leaders | Prof. Karan Sonpar | Saturday 7th February |
| Service Design & Delivery | Raomal Perera |
Sunday 8th February |
| Second Weekend | ||
| Developing a Toolbox to Overcome the Immunity to Change | Dr. Gearoid Hardy | Saturday 7th March |
| Negotiation & Influence | Dr. Gearoid Hardy | Sunday 8th March |
| Third Weekend | ||
| Business Fundamentals & Value Measurement for Healthcare Transformation | Prof. Gerardine Doyle | Sat 25th & Sun 26th April |












