Health Care Management: Principles and Practices

Healthcare management is the profession that provides leadership and direction to organizations that deliver personal health services and to divisions, departments, units, or services within those organizations. Health care management is essential for the effective and efficient operation of health care facilities, such as hospitals, clinics, and other medical institutions. Health care managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of a health care facility, as well as the strategic planning, quality improvement, human resources, financial management, and regulatory compliance of the organization.

This course will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the key principles and practices of health care management, and how they can be applied to real-world problems and cases. You will learn about the roles and functions of health care managers, the structure and governance of health care organizations, the challenges and opportunities in the health care sector, and the skills and tools needed to succeed as a health care manager. You will also gain practical experience in data analysis, decision making, and communication in the health care context.