Improving Organizational Commitment Through Inter-professional Leadership Development Programs

As healthcare issues increase in complexity, healthcare organizations are applying resources to design and execute leadership development programs for their teams. This study examines the effects of an inter-professional healthcare leadership development program on changes in organizational (affective) commitment and shared vision. A quantitative approach using validated multi-item measures was provided during pre-program and post-program assessments. Findings indicate a significant increase in shared vision and organizational commitment. Results suggest that a well-defined leadership development program increases healthcare participants’ commitment to organizational goals and objectives.