Developing global leaders through doctoral education.

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Leadership Studies
• Higher Education

Background:

• Nursing leadership is a prominent topic globally.
• The nursing profession is undergoing significant transformation.
• There is a growing need for leaders who can navigate complex global health landscapes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To discuss the development of global nursing leaders via doctoral education.
• To review two interpretations of global nursing leadership.
• To examine doctoral education's role in preparing these leaders for contemporary challenges.

Main Methods:

• Literature review and conceptual analysis.
• Examination of global leadership concepts in nursing.
• Analysis of doctoral education's curriculum and objectives.

Main Results:

• Global nursing leadership requires a nuanced understanding of diverse contexts.
• Doctoral programs must integrate global perspectives and intercultural competence.
• Preparing leaders involves addressing evolving worldviews and future challenges.

Conclusions:

• Doctoral education is pivotal in cultivating 21st-century global nursing leaders.
• Future nursing leaders need advanced education to address global health complexities.
• A focus on worldviews and emerging challenges is essential for effective global leadership preparation.