All are required PSMA 7511 - Introduction to the Healthcare System Systematic introduction to the healthcare delivery system with an emphasis on interactions of governmental authorities, delivery systems, the financing of health care, regulation, competition, innovations in the organizations of healthcare services and alternate strategies. The role of the contemporary healthcare manager with emphasis on identifying the basic managerial skills and knowledge that contribute to effective healthcare management. The students work under the tutelage of a healthcare administrator and complete a specific project agreed upon by the student, the on-site mentor and a faculty supervisor. Practicum Consists of a 3-credit group consulting project related to an area of healthcare administration or management. The practicum typically requires the writing of a management report and oral presentation for the subject organization.
All work is completed under faculty supervision.
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