SPSS computer software is used. PSMA 6004 - Economic Environment of Public Service Management Economic system, concepts and tools as they relate to the management of public service organizations are presented. Students are introduced to fiscal, monetary and regulatory policies. Public goods and problems of market failure are studied. This is an introductory course in applied game theory.
Competitive scenarios are an intrinsic part of the course, as are problem sets and simulations.
The best HR practices are discussed, including workforce training, teams, reward systems, and leadership. Outcomes include understanding of the strategic value of human resources, increased skills in HR management, and knowledge to create a HR-based philosophy of management. 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.