The objective of this course is to equip you with the knowledge and skills to:

• Understand the basic concepts and theories of governance and how they relate to health care systems and policies
• Analyse the roles and functions of different governance actors and structures in health care and the factors that influence them
• Evaluate the benefits and challenges of governance in health care and the factors that enable or hinder its implementation
• Apply governance principles and practices to address real-world problems and cases in various health care settings and contexts
• Communicate effectively and persuasively about governance in health care to various audiences and stakeholders

health care sector, such as:

• Health care providers (e.g., physicians, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, etc.)
• Health care managers and administrators (e.g., hospital directors, clinic managers, health plan executives, etc.)
• Health care policymakers and regulators (e.g., government officials, public health agencies, health care organizations, etc.)
• Health care researchers and consultants (e.g., academics, analysts, evaluators, etc.)

By taking this course, you will:

• Enhance your analytical and critical thinking skills in the health care domain
• Gain a deeper understanding of the current issues and trends in the health care sector and their implications for governance and quality improvement
• Learn how to use governance frameworks and tools to inform and improve your health care decisions and actions
• Develop your ability to communicate and collaborate with other health care professionals, managers, policymakers, and researchers

The course will consist of five days of lectures, discussions, exercises, and case studies, covering the following topics:

• Day 1: Introduction to Governance in Health Care
  • What is governance and why is it important in health care?
  • What are the main concepts and theories of governance and how do they relate to health care systems and policies?
  • What are the main sources and methods of data collection and analysis in governance in health care?
• Day 2: Roles and Functions of Governance Actors and Structures in Health Care
  • What are the roles and functions of different governance actors and structures in health care and how are they defined and classified?
  • What are the types and characteristics of governance models and arrangements in health care and how are they structured and governed?
  • How do governance actors and structures interact and collaborate with each other and with external stakeholders in health care?
• Day 3: Standards and Frameworks for Governance in Health Care
  • What are the role and rationale of standards and frameworks for governance in health care and how are they designed and implemented?
  • What are the components and functions of standards and frameworks for governance in health care and how do they interact and integrate with each other?
  • What are the best practices and examples of standards and frameworks for governance in health care and how are they evaluated and improved?
• Day 4: Tools and Techniques for Governance Assessment and Improvement in Health Care
  • What are the tools and techniques for governance assessment and improvement in health care and how are they applied and used?
  • What are the criteria and methods for governance prioritisation and decision making in health care and how are they applied and used?
  • What are the strategies and actions for governance enhancement and innovation in health care and how are they applied and used?
• Day 5: Methods and Measures for Governance Monitoring and Reporting in Health Care
  • What are the methods and measures for governance monitoring and reporting in health care and how are they applied and used?
  • What are the challenges and opportunities for governance monitoring and reporting in health care and how are they addressed and exploited?
  • What are the benefits and outcomes of governance monitoring and reporting in health care and how are they measured and communicated?