Implementation Science Masterclass - Prato, Italy
What to expect
The Prato Leadership in Implementation for Healthcare Systems courses are an immersive learning experience designed for researchers, clinicians, health service leaders and policymakers seeking to accelerate the translation of evidence into practice.
Over three interactive days, you'll combine implementation and learning health system science theory with practical application through expert-led sessions, real-world case studies, collaborative workshops and hands-on activities. You'll leave with practical tools, evidence-informed strategies and greater confidence to lead implementation and sustainable change within your own organisation.
Who should attend?
This program is ideal for professionals looking to build practical implementation science capability, including:
- Health and social care professionals
- Researchers and academics
- Policymakers and program leaders
- Quality improvement and change-management practitioners
- Anyone seeking practical skills to implement evidence in complex settings
Learning outcomes
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
- Explain key principles, theories and frameworks in implementation science
- Identify barriers and enablers to implementing evidence in practice
- Design implementation strategies tailored to context and stakeholder needs
- Develop practical evaluation plans to assess implementation success
- Apply implementation science methods to real-world healthcare challenges
The Prato experience
Held at the Monash University Prato Centre in the heart of Tuscany, the course combines world-class professional development with an inspiring international learning environment.
Beyond the classroom, participants have dedicated opportunities to build international collaborations, exchange ideas with colleagues from diverse disciplines, and reflect on implementation challenges in a setting that encourages creativity, connection and innovation.
-
2027 Implementation Science Programs
Choose the program that best supports your professional development goals. Spaces are limited to ensure an engaging and personalised learning experience, so early registration is recommended.
Program 1
Implementation Science Masterclass
Sunday 30 May – Tuesday 1 June 2027
An intensive three-day Masterclass combining implementation science foundations with practical tools, real-world case studies and collaborative learning. Participants will develop the knowledge and confidence to plan, implement and evaluate sustainable change in healthcare.
Program fees
- Medical professionals: $2,980 AUD
- Other health professionals: $1,997 AUD
- Students**: $1,192 AUD
*MCHRI Alumni discount 10%- available to people who have completed other MCHRI courses including Women in Leadership program
**Students must provide evidence of current enrolment, such as a student identification card or confirmation of enrolment.
Program 2
Implementation Masterclass + Leading Complex Change
Wednesday 2 June – Saturday 5 June 2027
Build on the Implementation Masterclass with an immersive program focused on leading complex systems change. Participants will explore adaptive leadership, implementation in complex environments and practical approaches for translating evidence into sustained organisational impact.
Program fees
- Medical professionals: $3,620 AUD
- Other health professionals: $2,933 AUD
*MCHRI Alumni discount 10%- available to people who have completed other MCHRI courses including Women in Leadership program
Optional add-on
12-Month Implementation Mentoring Program and Digital Toolkit
Continue your learning beyond the Masterclass through tailored mentoring, practical application and ongoing support from experienced implementation leaders. The program is designed to help you apply implementation science to a real project within your organisation.
The mentoring program includes:
- Pre-program online learning modules, videos, readings and resources
- A pre-program meeting with an experienced facilitator
- Six one-hour online mentoring sessions
- Two full-day workshops at the midpoint and conclusion of the program
- 12 months of access to the MCHRI Implementation Digital Toolkit
Contact the MCHRI Short Courses team at MCHRI.Shortcourses@monash.edu.
What our participants are saying:
Course facilitators
Hear from internationally renowned experts on innovative means to improve the healthcare system as they provide an overview of implementation science approaches, evaluations, stakeholder engagement and co-design of implementation projects with service users.
Find out more
Cancellation & Transfer Policy
We understand that sometimes plans change. Please read our cancellation and transfer policy here
Visa Application & Accommodation
Information for your visa application can be found here
A list of recommended hotels and other accommodation options can be found here
Enquiries
For all further enquiries please e-mail mchri.shortcourses@monash.edu
Can't make it in 2027? Don’t worry, there’s still an opportunity to join the journey in 2028! Add your name to the waitlist here and you’ll be notified of 2028 dates.