HSA-526 HEALTH CARE ECONOMICS
This course provides a critical overview of the delivery and economics of health care, with emphasis on existing government programs and evolving changes. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the important economic issues of our times and how these theories drive the economics of the entire health care system in the United States. This course builds on students' knowledge of theories and concepts gained in HSA 510 Principles of Health Services Administration and HSA 525 Health Care Policy which are both prerequisites. BUS 513 Economics Workshop will also be required for students who have not taken an undergraduate Economics course. This course is designed to provide an understanding of the complex economic forces, dynamics and challenges of an industry in a constant state of flux. Through readings, lectures, discussions, projects and case analysis, students will learn fundamental principles of strategic planning. They will learn how to better utilize appropriate and effective management skills in their own organization. Prerequisites: HSA 510 and HSA 525
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College of Nursing & Hlth Sci