HS 332 Global Health Systems
This course allows students to examine social, economic, and political determinants of healthcare systems and the evolution of various systems around the world over the last few decades. Students will compare theories of health policy and priorities, models of government intervention in providing healthcare and insurance, financing, planning, education, and training. Students will review the major determinants of health status, international development and social change around the world, and reflect on how it applies and is practiced in the U.S. healthcare system and society. The roles of different types of international health organizations will be defined and examined, including financing institutions, implementing institutions, research entities, technical support entities, coordinating bodies, and private and non-governmental voluntary organizations.