Introduction to healthcare systems, policies, markets, economics

Catalog description

An introductory course that focuses on the system of health and welfare. An integrated understanding of economic principles and healthcare practices sets the foundation for the professional development of healthcare leaders with the objective to lead improvements and transformational changes in healthcare organizations and systems. Topics include healthcare systems, accountable care, managed care, healthcare economics and insurance, policy changes and reform strategies, global markets and health supply chains, and the roles of healthcare stakeholders.