Leadership Scholars Academy SESSION 2: Leading Budget & Financial Decisions

Leadership Scholars Academy™ Session 2: The Leader Within- Leading Budget & Financial Decisions

2‑Day Interactive Workshop Agenda

Program Description

The LSUHNO School of Nursing Leadership Scholars Academy™ is an immersive two-day leadership development program designed to strengthen participants’ financial literacy and decision-making capacity by providing practical instruction in healthcare budgeting, finance, and financial stewardship.

This seminar addresses the financial responsibilities increasingly expected of healthcare leaders, including interpreting financial statements, developing and justifying budgets, monitoring financial performance, and communicating financial information to staff and stakeholders. Content is delivered through a combination of didactic instruction, facilitated discussion, and real-world budget and finance scenarios drawn from healthcare practice.

Grounded in the theme “Leading from Within: Using the Science and Art of Leadership and Management,” the program emphasizes personal leadership as the foundation for effective team and organizational leadership.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this two-day educational activity, participants will be able to:

1. Explain core healthcare finance principles, including terminology, reimbursement models, and ethical and regulatory considerations that influence organizational performance and stewardship.
2. Interpret key financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement) to evaluate the financial health of a healthcare organization.
3. Differentiate and apply operating, capital, and labor budgets, including constructing and justifying a departmental nursing labor budget using workload and patient volume measures.
4. Analyze financial performance data, including budget-to-actual variances, and identify appropriate corrective actions.
5. Apply financial decision-making tools, such as cost-benefit analysis and return on investment, and communicate financial information effectively to staff and leadership using reports and dashboards.

At the conclusion of the seminar, participants will demonstrate enhanced competence and confidence in healthcare financial management. Learners will be prepared to actively participate in budget development, monitoring, and financial decision‑making within their organizations. Participants will be able to critically evaluate financial information, justify resource allocation decisions, and communicate financial expectations and outcomes effectively to diverse audiences.

As a result of this activity, participants are expected to improve their ability to:

1. Contribute meaningfully to budgeting and financial planning processes
2. Identify financial risks and opportunities affecting patient care and operations
3. Support organizational sustainability through informed financial stewardship
4. Align financial decisions with strategic, ethical, and regulatory considerations

Who Should Attend

This session is designed for healthcare professionals who are seeking to strengthen their leadership effectiveness through enhanced financial knowledge and decision-making skills. Ideal participants include:

• Nurse leaders at all levels, including charge nurses, nurse managers, directors, and emerging leaders preparing for expanded administrative responsibilities
• Advanced practice nurses and clinical leaders who contribute to operational, staffing, or resource decisions within healthcare settings
• Interprofessional healthcare leaders (e.g., allied health professionals, case managers, quality and safety leaders) who participate in budgeting, program development, or performance improvement initiatives
• Aspiring leaders and high-potential staff interested in developing foundational competencies in healthcare finance, budgeting, and stewardship
• Seasoned leaders seeking to refresh or deepen financial acumen, particularly in interpreting financial data, aligning resources with strategic priorities, and communicating financial information effectively

Participants will benefit most if they have responsibility for—or an interest in—unit, department, or organizational performance, and a desire to lead with greater confidence, insight, and accountability in today’s complex healthcare environment.

Investment

• Single Session Option: Session 1: $1000

✅ Best Value: Enroll in the full series (all 3 sessions) for a comprehensive learning experience.

Participants will receive leadership books tailored to each LSA™ session attended.

Lunch will be provided each day.

We value collaboration and team-based learning.

Discounts are available for organizations and clinical partners sending multiple participants.

Organizations planning to register three or more attendees for the LSA should email [email protected] to request a promotional code before registration.

3-5 Participants from your Organization = 10% discount

6-9 Participants from your Organization = 15% discount

10+ Participants from your Organization = 20% discount

Contact [email protected] for details.

Participants must commit to all three sessions to complete the Leadership Scholars Academy™ successfully.

Seating is limited to 25 participants per session.

The registration deadline is September 18th, 2026.

Financing is available through Campus Federal’s Continuing Education Loan

• $500 minimum loan, $15,000 maximum loan
• Fixed Rate, Fixed principal and interest payments up to 48 months
• Payroll deduction, Bill Pay and transfer payment options available
• Payment protection insurance available
• No prepayment penalty
• Available to members enrolled in continuing education classes at Louisiana State University.

For more information or to apply for a loan, visit https://www.campusfederal.org/products/education-loans/

Refunds/Cancellations

• Cancellation must be made in writing via email to [email protected] 48 hours prior to the scheduled educational activity. Refunds for cancellation after this deadline will be made only at the discretion of the School of Nursing Dean.
• Refunds minus a $25 administrative fee will be honored if notification in writing is received 48 hours prior to the educational activity (or as specified for the individual program).
• No refunds will be provided after the educational activity has begun. No refunds will be provided if the participant leaves after the activity has begun for any reason.
• The School of Nursing reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any educational activity due to an insufficient number of registrants or for any reason deemed necessary.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

LSUHNO School of Nursing, Continuing Education Classroom (Room 408), 1900 Gravier Street, New Orleans, United States

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