New Zealand Centre of Excellence in Health Care Leadership

Health Workforce New Zealand (HWNZ) has confirmed the establishment of a New Zealand Centre of Excellence in Health Care Leadership hosted by the University of Auckland.

The centre will co-ordinate the range of leadership programmes that exist nationally, commission future programmes, advise on curriculum development and oversee research and evaluation in leadership. It will liaise with providers of leadership education, both in New Zealand and overseas, provide advice to employers and help future leaders navigate through development activities. Its aim is to be of international standing, improving leadership at all levels across the health sector and providing a resource for all professional groups and managers.

The new centre will link with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Science and The Faculty of Business and Economics, drawing on the expertise of the University of Auckland’s Leadership Institute. Four regional hubs, aligned with the regional training hubs, will co-ordinate activities and disseminate learning across the country.

The University of Auckland was selected to host the centre following expressions of interest from a range of education providers. Other New Zealand tertiary education institutes will work as partners with the centre of excellence.