Executive Certificate in AI and Digital Transformation in Healthcare
Embark on your digital and healthcare leadership learning journey with 15% savings
Equip yourself with the strategic insight, leadership capabilities and practical tools to drive digital transformation and responsible AI adoption in clinical environments with the Executive Certificate in AI and Digital Transformation in Healthcare from Imperial Executive Education.
Why choose this multiprogramme learning journey?
Healthcare is being reshaped by AI, digital platforms, automation and data-driven models. Yet real impact demands leaders who can cut through complexity — aligning technology, clinical workflows, regulation and organisational readiness into a cohesive, future-focused strategy.
The Executive Certificate in AI and Digital Transformation in Healthcare equips you to lead confidently at this critical intersection. This comprehensive multiprogramme experience integrates Imperial’s Digital Transformation in Healthcare and AI in Healthcare: Leading Responsible Adoption at Scale programmes, combining system-wide digital strategy with practical, responsible AI adoption.
Designed for healthcare leaders like you navigating this unprecedented AI advancement in the field, the programme gives you the frameworks, tools and strategic insight to translate digital innovation and AI capability into meaningful, measurable improvements in healthcare delivery, patient outcomes and organisational performance.
Cutting-edge content
Learn from a cutting-edge curriculum, combining digital transformation leadership and responsible AI adoption in healthcare.
Applied simulation
Gain practical insights with hands-on simulation activities using the Simul8 platform and design thinking to solve frontline problems system wide.
Become an associate alumni
Complete the learning journey to earn associate alumni status and join Imperial’s alumni community.
Capstone project
Create a board-ready report that transforms your playbook learning into a clear, actionable strategy for AI adoption.
Frameworks and models
Access proven frameworks and global models for digital transformation and responsible AI integration.
Continuous programme access
Access programme materials for up to 12 months from the start date.
Certificates of completion
Earn three verified digital certificates from Imperial Executive Education upon programme completion.
Case studies and industry examples
Learn from real-world case studies and industry examples to discover AI applications in healthcare.
Live sessions
Dive further into the modules with live interaction with experts.
Peer learning
Network with global peers through live sessions and discussion boards.
Weekly office hours
Get personalised support from learning facilitators during weekly office hours.
Playbook activities
Translate healthcare theory into leadership practice through application-based playbook assignments.
Key takeaways
Through this multiprogramme learning journey, you will gain the strategic insight and leadership skills to drive digital transformation and scale responsible AI adoption in healthcare. Each programme builds targeted capabilities that support designing digital strategies and leading organisational change to implementing ethical, data-driven healthcare solutions.
The AI in Healthcare programme will enable you to:
Analyse the opportunities, risks and constraints of applying AI across healthcare settings, particularly in diagnostics, clinical decision-making and workflow optimisation.
Design leadership strategies for driving AI transformation and improving patient outcomes.
Evaluate key regulatory and cybersecurity considerations governing AI as a medical device across the United Kingdom, the European Union and the United States jurisdictions.
Apply AI principles and the Learning Health System (LHS) framework to real-world use cases.
Assess the strategic and regulatory implications of AI adoption.
Differentiate among AI model types (including agentic AI) and their applications within healthcare contexts.
The Digital Transformation in Healthcare programme will enable you to:
Describe the key technologies associated with digital health transformation.
Explore the role of digital health technologies in shaping future models of healthcare.
Describe the differences in digital transformation in different types of healthcare. organisations: primary and secondary care providers, drug companies, and insurers and payers.
Identify the challenges, success factors and approaches to the implementation of digital health innovation.
What you will learn
Gain a holistic understanding of how AI can enhance care delivery safely, ethically and sustainably through a curriculum integrating technology, policy, leadership and regulation.
Module 1: AI in Healthcare: Introduction, Opportunities and Challenges
Module 2: Agentic AI in Healthcare: From Transformers to Agents
Module 3: AI as a Healthcare Tool: Regulatory Readiness
Module 4: Clinical Decisions with AI
Module 5: AI Market and Organisational Readiness
Module 6: Systems Thinking and Leadership in AI
Explore the transformative potential of key technologies shaping the digital future, and consider the most relevant technologies for innovation across the healthcare ecosystem.
Module 1: Programme Orientation
Module 2: Digital Transformation in Healthcare
Module 3: Digital Platform Models for Healthcare
Module 4: Devising a Digital Transformation Strategy
Module 5: Digital Transformation in Hospital Operations
Module 6: Digital Transformation in Primary Care
Module 7: The Digital Patient Experience
Module 8: Digital Disruption in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Module 9: Digitisation in Healthcare Insurance and Payer
Module 10: Regulation in Digital Healthcare
Who is this programme for?
Whether you are leading digital initiatives in healthcare, driving organisational transformation or shaping responsible AI adoption, this multiprogramme learning journey is designed for professionals at the intersection of technology, leadership and health innovation. It is particularly beneficial for:
Healthcare executives & transformation leaders driving digital or AI adoption, looking to lead transformation with authority and to use evidence, frameworks and Imperial credibility to design, govern and scale safe, measurable change
Senior clinical and administrative leaders shaping service improvement, seeking to bridge clinical expertise with digital strategy to evaluate, implement and champion AI and process innovations that improve outcomes
Digital health entrepreneurs, innovation consultants and product leaders developing AI-enabled healthcare solutions, wanting to understand how systems adopt, regulate and fund innovation and to craft adoption playbooks that earn institutional trust
Data, tech & programme professionals in healthcare, analytics managers, data scientists, and transformation managers, aiming to move from technical delivery to strategic impact and aligning AI initiatives with governance, safety, and health system priorities
Meet the faculty
Brendan Delaney
Programme Director, Chair in Medical Informatics and Decision-Making, Imperial College London
James Barlow
Professor, Technology and Innovation Management (Healthcare) Member, Centre for Health Economics and Policy Innovation, Imperial College Business School
Loy Lobo
Digital Health Strategist and Innovator, Wegyanik; Independent Consultant/Director President, Digital Health Council, The Royal Society of Medicine, London
Become an associate alumni
Take your partnership with Imperial Executive Education to the next level by becoming an associate alumnus. Complete the learning journey to claim your associate alumni status and join our active community. Visit the Associate Alumni page to find out more.
Certificates
Upon completion of the programme, you will receive three verified digital certificates from Imperial Executive Education. You will receive one certificate each for the Digital Transformation in Healthcare programme, the AI in Healthcare: Leading Responsible Adoption at Scale programme and the Executive Certificate in AI and Digital Transformation in Healthcare.
Note: After the successful completion of each programme, your verified digital certificates will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the programme. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of Imperial Executive Education.
FAQs
How do I know if this programme is right for me?
After reviewing the information on the programme landing page, we recommend you submit the short form above to gain access to the programme brochure, which includes more in-depth information. If you still have questions on whether this programme is a good fit for you, please email learner.success@emeritus.org, and a dedicated programme adviser will follow up with you very shortly.
Are there any prerequisites for this programme?
Some programmes do have prerequisites, particularly the more technical ones. This information will be noted on the programme landing page, as well as in the programme brochure. If you are uncertain about programme prerequisites and your capabilities, please email us at learner.success@emeritus.org for assistance.
What are the requirements to earn a certificate?
This is a graded programme. You will be required to complete a combination of individual assignments, quizzes, and a final project. Each component carries a certain number of points and a cumulative score of 75% is required to pass and obtain your professional certificate.
Will I be guaranteed a job upon completion of the programme?
The primary objective of this programme is to give you the skills you need to be prepared for a job in this field. While eligible participants will receive career coaching and support and may receive introductions to our hiring partners, job placement is not guaranteed.
How much time will I be expected to devote to this programme?
Each programme includes an estimated learner effort per week. This is referenced at the top of the programme landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the programme brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page.
How will I spend my time in this programme?
You will divide your learning time between viewing recorded coding demos, video lectures, contributing to class discussions, completing assignments, projects, and knowledge checks, and attending optional live sessions with industry experts and programme leaders.
How is the programme administered? Can the programme be accessed anytime?
The programme is accessed through the custom learning portal. This portal will give you access to all programme-related content such as video lectures, assignments, and discussions. Live office hours will be conducted using a webinar tool. The video lectures and assignments are accessible weekly throughout the programme. In the event you miss a live session, a recording will be made available.
Do I need to attend live sessions every week?
Faculty video lectures are recorded, allowing you to watch these on your own schedule. However, participation in optional live sessions and discussion boards is highly encouraged. Live sessions will give you the opportunity to draw on the coding experience of our industry-experienced course leaders to answer your questions and help reach your learning goals. The discussion boards are also an integral part of the learning experience, giving you and your peers the opportunity to learn together, along with guidance from the moderators.
Can I download the programme videos?
You can download video transcripts, assignment templates, readings, etc. However, the video lectures are only available for streaming and require an internet connection.
How do I interact with other programme participants?
You can communicate with other participants through our learning platform. You will be able to form groups based on your interests and location. A direct messaging feature is also available through the platform.
What is it like to learn online with the learning collaborator, Emeritus?
More than 300,000 learners across 200 countries have chosen to advance their skills with Emeritus and its educational learning partners. In fact, 90 percent of the respondents of a recent survey across all our programmes said that their learning outcomes were met or exceeded. All the contents of the course would be made available to students at the commencement of the course. However, to ensure the programme delivers the desired learning outcomes the students may appoint Emeritus to manage the delivery of the programme in a cohort-based manner the cost of which is already included in the overall course fee of the course. A dedicated programme support team is available 24/5 (Monday to Friday) to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues, or anything else that may affect your learning experience.
What are the requirements to earn the certificate?
Each programme includes an estimated learner effort per week, so you can gauge what will be required before you enrol. This is referenced at the top of the programme landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the programme brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page. All programmes are designed to fit into your working life. This programme is scored as a pass or no-pass; participants must complete the required activities to pass and obtain the certificate of completion. Some programmes include a final project submission or other assignments to obtain passing status. This information will be noted in the programme brochure. Please contact us at learner.success@emeritus.org if you need further clarification on any specific programme requirements.
What type of certificate will I receive?
Upon successful completion of the programme, you will receive a smart digital certificate. The smart digital certificate can be shared with friends, family, schools, or potential employers. You can use it on your cover letter, resume, and/or display it on your LinkedIn profile. The digital certificate will be sent approximately two weeks after the programme, once grading is complete.
Can I get the hard copy of the certificate?
No, only verified digital certificates will be issued upon successful completion. This allows you to share your credentials on social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
Do I receive alumni status after completing this programme?
No, there is no alumni status granted for this programme. In some cases, there are credits that count toward a higher level of certification. This information will be clearly noted in the programme brochure.
How long will I have access to the learning materials?
You will have access to the learning platform and all programme materials (videos excluded) for one full year following the programme start date. Access to the learning platform is restricted to registered participants per the terms of agreement.
What equipment is needed or the technical requirements for this programme?
To successfully complete this programme online, you must have access to a device meeting the minimum requirements, found here. In addition, Microsoft Office or similar product and a PDF viewer are required to access documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDF files, and transcripts in all programmes. Please check the learning platform on the first day of class.
Do I need to be online to access the programme content?
Yes, the learning platform is accessed via the internet and video content is not available for download. You can download files of video transcripts, assignment templates, readings, etc. Video lectures must be streamed via the internet and webinars and small group sessions will require an internet connection.
What is the programme fee for the programme and what forms of payment do you accept?
The programme fee is shown at the top of this page.
Flexible payment options, group enrolment benefits and referral bonus are available.
Tuition assistance may be available for participants who qualify. Please contact your programme adviser to discuss.
What if I don’t have a credit card – is there another mode of payment accepted?
Yes, you can do the bank remittance via wire transfer. Please contact your programme adviser for more details.
Is there an option to make flexible payments for this programme?
Yes. Flexible payment options are available for this programme. We partner with loan partners to offer you flexible and transparent loan options. More information about loan financing is available here. Installment payments are also available—you can find the options here.
Does the programme fee include taxes? Are there any additional fees?
Yes, the programme fee is inclusive of any taxes with the exception of GST for Singapore residents.
Who will be collecting the payment for the programme?
Emeritus collects all programme payments, provides learner enrolment and programme support, and manages learning platform services.
Are there any restrictions on the types of funding that can be used to pay for the programme?
Programme fees for Emeritus programmes with Imperial Executive Education may not be paid for with (a) funds from the GI Bill, the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Act of 2008 or similar types of military education funding benefits or (b) Title IV financial aid funds.
What is the programme refund and deferral policy?
For the programme refund and deferral policy, please click the link here.
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