Health Policy and Management: Current Trends, Issues, and Approaches

Catalog description

The course prepares students to navigate the complex landscape of health policy and to lead effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the dynamic field of health policy and management, with a focus on the latest trends, pressing issues, and innovative approaches shaping healthcare today. Students will participate in current health policy discussions and examine the creation, application, and assessment of policies in diverse healthcare environments. Important subjects covered in the course include health equity, the role of the public and private sectors, healthcare reform, and role of health economics in policy-making.