PUBH 503 - Policy and Health Services Planning and Management I

Four hours.
4 Credits

This course includes an overview of the basic institutions and key health policy issues which shape the current health care delivery system in America, including a basic analysis of providers and consumers of health care. The capacity and interrelation-ship of federal, state, and local public health agencies will be explored with emphasis placed on the core public health functions which promote the health improvement imperative for all individuals and communities. Case studies and other practice-oriented resources are used.