Healthcare Organizational Theory and Management

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Students in this course examine the dynamic nature of organizations in the health services field and the administrative approaches in public and private agencies in the health sector. The healthcare system in the United States operates outside of traditional business norms, requiring leaders to understand the management principles that deliver healthcare services with high quality outcomes all while maintaining costs. Students explore healthcare management techniques through the lens of patients, providers and payers. This course also examines various principles of strategic management amidst the ever-changing regulatory environment with a focus on improving organizational efficiency, effectiveness and efficacy through leadership principles.