Welcome to the Executive Education Program at the Catolica-Luz Clinical Academic Centre. Our mission is to provide healthcare professionals, executives, and leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the fast-paced world of healthcare innovation. Through our comprehensive executive education courses, we empower participants with expertise in Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Industry, and Digital Health.
Each program is led by top faculty and industry experts, ensuring that you gain cutting-edge insights and practical tools to apply immediately in your professional setting. Whether you aim to advance your career, lead transformative initiatives, or stay ahead of the latest trends in healthcare, our executive education offerings are designed for you.
Master the essential skills to communicate effectively in healthcare with the “Communication in Health” Executive Course. Designed for professionals in health-related fields, this course focuses on assertive communication, managing sensitive conversations, and building trust in professional relationships.
Participants will learn practical strategies to improve non-verbal communication, navigate challenging interactions, and deliver difficult news with empathy. Ideal for healthcare professionals, leaders, and anyone passionate about improving communication in healthcare settings.
The 1st Edition will take place online from the 10th to 13th March 2025.
Applications are open! Register Here
Enhance your ability to share scientific concepts effectively with the “Communication in Science” Executive Course. This program equips participants with tools to simplify complex ideas, craft engaging presentations, and create impactful visual aids for diverse audiences.
Participants will explore techniques for storytelling, delivering research pitches, and navigating difficult questions with confidence. Perfect for researchers, PhD candidates, innovators, and anyone aiming to make science accessible and impactful.
The 1st Edition will take place online from 17th to 20th March 2025.
Applications are open! Register Here
The Health Innovation Weekend: Bridging Vision to Reality is a 4-day intensive experience designed to inspire healthcare leaders to drive meaningful innovation and transformation within their organizations. This immersive course brings together senior-level executives from across the healthcare spectrum to explore new business models, cutting-edge technology, and practical approaches to innovation in healthcare.
Participants will engage in collaborative group projects, learn the basics of entrepreneurship, and gain hands-on experience with design thinking to tackle real-world healthcare challenges. Ideal for experienced professionals, this program is tailored to help leaders turn vision into reality and shape the future of healthcare.
The 1st edition was a success – 2nd edition coming on May 2025!
More information and Pre-Registration for the 2nd Edition Here
Explore the Global Pharmaceutical Industry: Patient, Strategy and Innovation Executive Course, designed to equip professionals with advanced knowledge in the ever-evolving pharmaceutical sector. This 40-hour program covers key areas such as R&D, operations, future healthcare trends, sustainability, and patient-centered strategies.
Participants will engage with leading C-level executives and industry experts through interactive case studies and practical sessions. Whether you’re an experienced professional or looking to enhance your strategic vision in the global pharma industry, this course provides the insights and skills to thrive in a dynamic and competitive field.
The 3rd Edition will start in March 2025 – Pre-Registrations are open!
Join our Biotech Startups & Pharma: Strategy, M&A and Beyond Executive Course, designed for professionals eager to deepen their understanding of the biotech and pharmaceutical industry. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the biotech startup ecosystem, from intellectual property and clinical research to funding and M&A strategies.
Participants will gain insights into the full lifecycle of a biotech company, including patent strategy, regulatory frameworks, and business scaling through mergers and acquisitions. The program is ideal for those aiming to work within the biotech ecosystem, transition into roles in strategy, M&A, corporate venture capital, or expand their leadership in biotech and pharma startups.
The 1st Edition took place from the 15th november to the 21st december!