Effective Strategies for Healthcare Leaders: Enhancing Well-Being at Work

6th – 7th of May 2026
KTH Royal Institute of Technology,
Stockholm, Sweden

Healthcare leaders today navigate complex challenges, including resource limitations, challenging work environments, and workforce shortages. These issues not only impact employee well-being but also affect patient care quality. Research shows that leadership plays a crucial role in shaping the work environment and promoting employee well-being.

This course integrates theoretical insights with best practices that stem from recent studies on effective leadership in healthcare, with a particular emphasis on employee well-being and performance. By integrating theoretical frameworks with insights from recent studies, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of effective leadership practices that promote a supportive work environment.

Through active participation and collaborative discussions, this course aims to equip healthcare leaders and researchers with practical tools to drive positive change in their organisations. Join us to explore how strategic leadership can contribute to a healthier, more resilient healthcare workforce.

Novo Symposium 2026

NOTE: This course is particularly suitable for those who want to further explore the theme of healthcare leadership and network with colleagues before the Novo Symposium 2026, “Leadership for Tomorrow’s Healthcare: Turning Challenges with Digitalisation into Sustainable Solutions”, that is also taking place at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, 7th – 8th of May.

	Course summery
	6th – 7th of May 2026
	KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden
	Deadline 30th of March 2026
	EUR 400
	Register

Price information

The price of the course consists of the course fee of EUR 250 and the day package of EUR 150.

Day package

This package includes

conference facilities and technical equipment
course material
coffees, lunches
dinner on Wednesday 6th of May

We believe in the power of networking and strive to create an inspiring course set up.

The total price of the course is EUR 400 (course fee EUR 250 + day package fee EUR 150).

EUR 400

Accommodation

NIVA has made a block reservation for the accommodation 5th – 8th of May 2026 at Hotel Birger Jarl, Tulegatan 8, Stockholm. The hotel is located about 1.5 km from KTH.

The room price for a single standard room is SEK 1825 (≈ EUR 167) including breakfast.

The room price for a double standard room is SEK 1995 (≈ EUR 183) including breakfast.

To book a room from the block (one, two or three nights) please e-mail the hotel at group.meeting@birgerjarl.se and mention the booking code 141053.

The block reservation will be available until 30th of March 2026.

Approx. EUR 167/183/night

Course objectives

To understand the evidence-based link between healthcare leadership and employee wellbeing and effectiveness in healthcare.
To understand effective strategies for health care leaders to support employee well-being and performance.
To further develop own scientific work about the topic, e.g. relate the course topics to your own research in a reflection assignment (PhD students).

Main topics

Recent studies about the link between healthcare leadership and employee well-being and effectiveness in healthcare.
Recent studies on effective strategies for healthcare leaders to support employee wellbeing and performance.
Recent case studies on efficient healthcare leadership
Discussion about ongoing research presented during the course

Programme will be published later

Target groups

Researchers
PhD-students
Experts from Government institutions
Health care leaders

The course will be worth 2,5 ECTS credits for those who also make a reflection assignment and participate in an online seminar during autumn 2026.

General course fee and cancellation information

The courses and workshops vary in price. Please note that the course fee does not cover meals or accommodation. The course fee and day-package fee are invoiced after the registration deadline.

Travel arrangements

Please refrain from booking any travel tickets until we have confirmed the course. The confirmation, which will be sent at the latest after the registration deadline, will include detailed information on the payment of the course fee and day-packages, as well as information on practical arrangements. Please note that you are not insured by NIVA.

Cancellation policy

Cancellations received by 30th of March 2026: full refund
Cancellations received by 31st of March 2026 or later: no refund

NIVA will issue an invoice or send information on how to pay the course with credit card (depending on the option chosen in the registration form) after the registration deadline.

The price is subject to minor changes.