Prof. Dr. Ionescu Maria
Business Consultant & Healthcare Administration Expert
“Success in business and healthcare administration requires both analytical skills and human understanding. I teach you to excel at both.”
About Me: I am a business consultant and healthcare administration specialist with 15 years of experience bridging the worlds of management, public health, and organizational leadership. My career has taken me from hospital administration to international consulting, working with healthcare organizations, NGOs, and private companies across Europe.
What drives my teaching is a belief that business skills should be accessible to everyone, not just those with traditional business backgrounds. Whether you’re a healthcare professional seeking administrative skills, an entrepreneur building your first business, or a manager looking to strengthen your leadership abilities, I create learning experiences tailored to your specific needs and goals.
My teaching style is practical, supportive, and focused on real-world application. I draw from actual cases I’ve encountered in my consulting work, bringing authenticity and relevance to every lesson.
Academic Credentials
PhD in Public Health Management
(2014)
Dissertation: “Quality Management Systems in European Healthcare Institutions”
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
(2010)
Specialization: Healthcare Management
Graduated with Distinction
Master of Science in Public Health
(2008)
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
(2006)
Professional Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP®)
Project Management Institute | 2021
Certified Healthcare Administrative Professional (CHAP)
American Association of Healthcare Administrative Management | 2019
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
International Association for Six Sigma Certification | 2018
Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
HR Certification Institute | 2017
Advanced Certificate in Health Information Management
European Health Management Association | 2020
Professional Experience
Independent Healthcare Management Consultant
Self-Employed | 2019 – Present
- Advise healthcare organizations on operational efficiency and quality improvement
- Conducted organizational assessments for 15+ hospitals and clinics
- Implemented quality management systems resulting in 30-40% efficiency improvements
- Facilitate leadership training and change management workshops
- Clients include: hospitals, private clinics, NGO health programs
Director of Operations
| 2015 – 2019
- Managed operations for 250-bed hospital with 600+ staff members
- Led hospital accreditation process, achieving full Joint Commission International certification
- Implemented electronic health records system serving 50,000+ patients annually
- Reduced operational costs by 18% while improving patient satisfaction scores by 25%
- Oversaw departments: Nursing, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Facilities, IT
- Managed annual budget of 75 million PLN
Healthcare Quality Manager
| 2012 – 2015
- Developed and implemented quality assurance programs
- Led team of 8 quality improvement specialists
- Achieved reduction in hospital-acquired infections by 35%
- Coordinated with medical staff on clinical protocol development
- Prepared hospital for national accreditation (successful certification)
Project Coordinator – EU Health Initiative
International Health NGO | 2010 – 2012
- Managed cross-border healthcare improvement project (€2M budget)
- Coordinated teams across 5 countries
- Organized international conferences and training workshops
- Published project outcomes in peer-reviewed journals
- Developed training materials on healthcare quality standards
Management Analyst
| 2008 – 2010
- Policy analysis for healthcare reform initiatives
- Data analysis and reporting on healthcare system performance
- Contributed to national health strategy documents
- Liaison with regional health authorities
Publications & Presentations
Conference Presentations (Selected):
- “Women in Healthcare Leadership” – European Health Management Association Annual Conference, Brussels (2023)
- “Change Management in Healthcare Organizations” – Rome Hospital Management Forum, Italy(2022)
- “Building High-Performance Healthcare Teams” – International Healthcare Leadership Summit, Vienna (2021)
Professional Articles: 20+ articles in healthcare management journals and online platforms
Teaching Experience
Adjunct Lecturer
Rybnik University
- Course: Healthcare Management (MBA program)
- Course: Organizational Behavior in Health Services
- Guest lectures on quality management and leadership
- Thesis supervisor for 12 MBA students
Corporate Trainer
Various Organizations | 2014 – Present
- Leadership development programs for healthcare managers
- Quality improvement training workshops
- Project management courses for healthcare professionals
- Change management seminars
- Trained 500+ professionals across 30+ organizations
Workshop Facilitator
International Chamber of Hospitals | 2016 – Present
- Regular workshops on healthcare administration topics
- Consistently rated 4.7/5.0 by participants
- Topics: Strategic planning, financial management, HR in healthcare
Private Coaching & Mentoring
Independent | 2015 – Present
- One-on-one career coaching for healthcare administrators
- Business mentoring for healthcare entrepreneurs
- 40+ clients successfully advanced their careers or launched ventures
- Specialization in supporting women in healthcare leadership
What I Teach
Available Courses & Coaching:
1. Healthcare Administration Fundamentals (Beginner to Intermediate)
- Healthcare systems overview (International and European context)
- Hospital organization and operations
- Healthcare regulations and compliance
- Medical records management and privacy (HIPAA, GDPR)
- Healthcare quality and patient safety
- Financial management in healthcare
- Human resources in healthcare settings
2. Business Management Essentials (Beginner to Intermediate)
- Business planning and strategy
- Financial management for non-financial managers
- Marketing fundamentals for service businesses
- Operations management
- Human resource management
- Project management basics
- Legal considerations for business
3. Leadership & Professional Development (All Levels)
- Leadership styles and emotional intelligence
- Team building and motivation
- Conflict resolution and difficult conversations
- Time management and productivity
- Presentation skills and public speaking
- Networking and professional relationship building
- Career advancement strategies
4. Entrepreneurship for Healthcare Professionals (Intermediate)
- Starting a private practice or clinic
- Business model development
- Financial planning and funding
- Marketing for healthcare services
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Patient acquisition and retention
- Scaling your healthcare business
5. Quality Management & Process Improvement (Intermediate to Advanced)
- Quality management systems (ISO 9001, Joint Commission)
- Lean principles in healthcare
- Six Sigma basics and problem-solving
- Data analysis for quality improvement
- Accreditation preparation
- Change management strategies
6. Project Management for Healthcare (Intermediate)
- Project planning and scoping
- Stakeholder management
- Budget and resource management
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Project documentation and reporting
- Leading cross-functional teams
Teaching Approach & Methodology
My Philosophy: Learning should be immediately applicable. Every concept we discuss is tied to real scenarios you’ll encounter in your professional life.
How I Structure Sessions:
- Discovery: Understanding your specific goals, challenges, and context
- Concept Teaching: Clear explanation with real-world examples from my experience
- Interactive Discussion: Your questions and scenarios drive deeper exploration
- Practical Application: Develop tools, plans, or strategies you can use immediately
- Action Planning: Leave each session with concrete next steps
- Follow-up Support: Email support between sessions for questions
What Makes My Teaching Effective:
- Real Experience: I’ve lived the challenges I teach about—hospital administration, consulting, entrepreneurship
- Personalized Approach: Curriculum adapted to your industry, role, and goals
- Practical Tools: Templates, checklists, frameworks you can use immediately
- Supportive Environment: Non-judgmental space for questions and exploration
- Female Leadership Perspective: Particular insight into women’s leadership challenges (though I work with all genders)
- Bilingual Teaching: Fluent instruction in Romanian or English
Session Formats:
- Individual Coaching: One-on-one focused sessions
- Small Group Workshops: 2-5 participants with similar goals
- Intensive Programs: Multi-session packages for comprehensive skill development
Student & Client Success Stories
Testimonial 1:
“Maria helped me transition from clinical nursing to hospital administration. Her practical guidance on leadership and management gave me the confidence to apply for an administrative role, which I secured within 3 months of working with her. She understands the healthcare environment intimately.”
— Dr. Aleksandra P., Hospital Administrator (Verified Client, 2023)
Testimonial 2:
“I was overwhelmed trying to start my physiotherapy clinic. Maria guided me through every step—business planning, regulatory requirements, marketing, financial projections. Her structured approach and practical advice were invaluable. My clinic opened successfully 6 months ago.”
— Tomasz K., Private Practice Owner (Verified Client, 2022)
Testimonial 3:
“Maria’s leadership coaching transformed how I manage my team. The communication techniques and conflict resolution strategies she taught me immediately improved team dynamics. She combines business expertise with genuine understanding of people.”
— Barbara M., Department Manager, Healthcare Company (Verified Client, 2023)
Testimonial 4:
“As a woman in healthcare leadership, I appreciated Maria’s insights on navigating organizational politics and advancing my career. Her mentorship helped me secure a C-suite position. She’s both strategically brilliant and genuinely supportive.”
— Joanna R., Chief Operating Officer (Verified Client, 2021)
Rates & Scheduling
Individual Coaching/Instruction:
- Single 90-minute session: 300 PLN (approximately €65)
- Package of 6 sessions: 1,650 PLN (8% discount)
- Package of 12 sessions: 3,000 PLN (17% discount)
Intensive Programs:
- 3-Month Career Development Program (12 sessions + email support): 3,500 PLN
- Business Launch Program for Healthcare Professionals (10 sessions + templates): 3,200 PLN
Small Group Sessions (2-5 participants):
- 500 PLN/session total (split among participants)
- Ideal for colleagues with similar learning goals
Corporate/Organization Workshops:
- Half-day workshop (4 hours): 2,500 PLN
- Full-day workshop (8 hours): 4,000 PLN
- Custom pricing for multi-day programs
Availability:
- Weekdays: 09:00 – 17:00 CET (flexible scheduling)
- Some evening sessions available: 18:00 – 20:00 CET
- Occasional weekend sessions by arrangement
Free Consultation:
- 30-minute introductory call to discuss your goals and how I can help
- No obligation—just an opportunity to see if we’re a good fit
Payment & Cancellation:
- Payment via bank transfer or online payment
- Cancellation with 48 hours notice: Full refund or reschedule
- Less than 48 hours: 50% fee
- Packages valid for 6 months from purchase
Languages
- Romanian: Native
- English: Fluent (C2 level – professional working proficiency)
- French: Intermediate (B1 level – conversational)
- German: Basic (A2 level)
Professional Memberships & Affiliations
- European Health Management Association (EHMA) – Active Member since 2012
- International Hospital Management Association – Board Member (2018-2022)
- Project Management Institute (PMI) – Member since 2020
- International Society for Quality in Healthcare – Member since 2015
- Women in Healthcare Leadership Network – Founding Member
Awards & Recognition
- Excellence in Healthcare Management Award, International Chamber of Hospitals (2022)
- Outstanding Consultant Recognition, European Health Management Association (2021)
- Top 50 Women in International Healthcare, Healthcare Business Magazine (2020)
Contact & Connect
Email: prof.dr.ionescu.maria@tychy-university.edu.pl
LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/ ]
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Additional Information
Work Environment: Professional home office with high-quality video conferencing setup. All sessions conducted via Zoom with screen sharing for presentations and document collaboration.
Materials Provided: Course materials, templates, and resources provided as PDFs or Google Docs. Many clients receive customized tools developed specifically for their situation.
Ideal Student/Client Profile:
- Healthcare professionals seeking administrative or leadership skills
- Managers wanting to strengthen business competencies
- Entrepreneurs in healthcare or service industries
- Anyone committed to professional growth and willing to put learning into practice
My Commitment to You: I don’t just teach—I partner with you in your professional development. Between sessions, I’m available by email for questions. Your success is my success.
Special Focus Areas:
- Supporting women in healthcare leadership
- Career transitions within healthcare
- Healthcare entrepreneurship
- Work-life balance for healthcare professionals
Maria’s diverse educational background and certifications reflect her commitment to the field of healthcare administration. The fact that she adapts her teaching style to meet various needs is commendable. It would be interesting to know more about how she integrates real-world examples into her lessons, as this seems essential for effective learning in such a complex sector.
I appreciate that Maria focuses on making business skills accessible to a broader audience. This approach can empower many healthcare professionals who may feel intimidated by traditional business concepts. I’m curious if she has any success stories or case studies illustrating how her coaching has specifically impacted clients’ careers in the long run.
The emphasis on quality management systems and efficiency improvements in healthcare is timely and relevant. With ongoing changes in the industry, professionals need guidance on navigating these waters effectively. Maria’s experience with both hospitals and international organizations could provide invaluable insights into best practices that might not be widely known.
‘Project Management for Healthcare’ seems increasingly important given today’s dynamic environment where project efficiency can directly impact patient outcomes. I am interested in what methodologies Maria employs during these courses, especially regarding stakeholder engagement strategies within healthcare projects.
‘Healthcare Administration Fundamentals’ sounds like an essential course for many entering the field or looking to enhance their skills. The focus on practical application ties well with the current trend toward experiential learning. I would like to know more about participant feedback on these courses—how they perceive their own growth after attending.
Maria’s background in public health management and her practical experience as a consultant gives her a unique perspective on the intersection of business and healthcare. The way she structures her sessions seems effective for adult learning, particularly with follow-up support. It would be worthwhile to learn how she measures success or progress among her clients over time.
‘Women in Healthcare Leadership’ is an important topic that deserves attention, especially as gender diversity continues to evolve in various industries. It’s great to see Maria taking an active role in mentoring women within this context. I wonder if there are specific strategies she recommends for overcoming common obstacles faced by women leaders today.
‘Change Management in Healthcare Organizations’ appears crucial at a time when many institutions face significant transformations post-pandemic. Maria’s insights on this topic could offer much-needed guidance for managers grappling with resistance within their teams during such changes.
The blend of analytical skills and human understanding in healthcare administration is indeed vital. It’s refreshing to see a professional with such extensive experience emphasizing practical teaching methods. Many in the healthcare field could benefit from this approach, especially those transitioning into management roles. I wonder if there are specific challenges faced by new entrepreneurs in healthcare that she addresses.