Organizational and Administrative Elements of Health Services

Catalog description

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to theories and applications of organization and management in the Public Health field. The student will acquire skills that are necessary to operate effectively in normative positions at health agencies, institutions, and programs. The course focuses on subject matter related to Management, Budgeting Strategic Planning, Public Policy Making, and Community Participation. It also addresses current regulation in the health field, the design and evaluation of p rograms, and the monitoring of the quality of services. The course is presented mainly in a lecture format, and is augmented with case studies and guest lectures related to current health conditions in Puerto Rico.