“Becoming Leaders in the Future of Healthcare”… SNUH Business Program Holds Entrance Ceremony 

The entrance ceremony for the SNUH Business Program, jointly organized by Korea University Business School (KUBS) and Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH), was held on Tuesday, April 1 at CJ Hall in Seoul National University Children’s Hospital. The event was attended by key figures including Dean Eonsoo Kim of KUBS, Program Chair Professor Seok-Gyun Kim, and President Young-Tae Kim of SNUH. The ceremony featured introductions of distinguished guests, congratulatory remarks, and a commemorative photo session, celebrating the beginning of a new journey for the program’s inaugural cohort. 

In his welcoming address, Dean Eonsoo Kim remarked, “It is truly meaningful to launch this program with such talented individuals who will become future leaders in the healthcare field.” He added, “As AI technology rapidly transforms the healthcare landscape, we will actively support you in cultivating the expertise and leadership needed to stay ahead of these changes.” 

In his congratulatory remarks, President Young Tae Kim remarked, “As core members of Seoul National University Hospital, I hope you will cultivate both managerial thinking and capabilities to support the hospital’s sustainable development.” He emphasized, “This program will serve as a solid foundation for your growth into leaders who can drive transformation in the healthcare sector.” 

The SNUH Business Program is an educational initiative designed to strengthen the managerial and leadership competencies of 20 key personnel from SNUH, including staff in nursing, healthcare services, administration, and pharmacy. The program is built upon the theoretical framework and practice-oriented curriculum of Korea University Business School, with the goal of delivering practical outcomes in areas such as strategic decision-making in healthcare, change management, and patient-centered service innovation. Moving forward, the SNUH Business Program aims to nurture creative and insightful leaders who will help shape the future of healthcare systems.