Objective and outcome

This intensive two-day course provides practical tools and leadership frameworks tailored specifically to Medtech realities - including regulatory pressure, cross-functional product development, and expert driven cultures.

Participants will learn to:

• Lead technical experts effectively
• Make confident decisions under regulatory pressure
• Strengthen cross-functional collaboration
• Handle difficult conversations in high-stakes contexts
• Understand how to create influence without formal authority
• Translate strategy into operational execution
• Develop a concrete 90-day leadership action plan 

Content

Key themes include:

• Leadership in regulated industries
• Leading SMEs and specialist teams
• Decision-making under uncertainty
• Cross-functional matrix leadership
• Change management in Medtech
• Performance & accountability culture
• Strategic execution

The course is highly practical as well as interactive and alternates between:

• Real-life Medtech simulations
• Case-based exercises
• Peer sparring
• Leadership diagnostics
• Interactive quizzes
• Practical leadership tools
• Role-play scenarios  

During the course there will be used Gen-AI interactive leadership tools.

Course content may be adjusted according to the profile of the participants.
 

Who should attend?

The course is designed for specialists and managers shifting into leadership, new and mid-level leaders in Medtech who operate in complex, regulated, and innovation-driven environments.
The course is relevant for:

• SMEs and managers transitioning into leadership roles
• Project leaders in product development
• Functional leaders (R&D, QA/RA, Clinical, Operations)
• Senior specialists with team responsibility
• Mid-level managers 

Trainer

Shubhada Watson, Leadership Coach
Specialized in leadership development in regulated and technical industries
 

What previous participants said (Spring 2026)

"Loved it! I want more. The personal stories and openness were important to set the atmosphere of trust"

"Shubhada Watson is a fantastic and charming coach. I will listen to her forever without being tired"

"I learned much, very inspired. Much to digest. Liked the honesty and presence of Shubhada"

"Super relevant topics"

"I particularly appreciated how frameworks were then related to everyday experiences"

"Great also with the networking, like that it is in a relatively small group, would be great to have refreshers every 6 months or so"

"Lovely instructor. Relevant and interesting topics"

"Particularly enjoyed the overall discussion around the table and the role play"