Week Discussion: Strategic Planning Over Time

Throughout history, the concept of strategy has evolved from an internal departmental activity to one that is now considered to be a critical competency of senior executive leaders in health care and other industries. Address the following in your initial discussion response:

·         How has the senior healthcare executive role in strategic planning changed over time?

·         What are the competencies required for strategic leaders today?

·         How can strategic planning improve the business aspects of a health system?