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The purpose of this elective in the DNP Program is to provide a framework for the use and delivery of consultative services in health services organizations. In the U.S., consulting services are provided to healthcare delivery organizations, federal healthcare and research initiatives including veteran and military health, health policy groups, and professional organizations. As executives and leaders in these organizations, nurses recommend, select, procure, and evaluate consulting services. Leaders in nursing are also requested to provide consultation based on their area of research, expertise, or organizational leadership. This elective will focus on foundations of consultative relationships; consultant roles--from the individual service provider to mega international firms; business basics including contracts and ethics; and evaluation of consulting service value. Students will analyze current healthcare consulting strategies; interact with healthcare consultants representing various service and business models; and develop an executive consultation plan based on a healthcare information technology case study.