HADM 6360 Managing Healthcare Organizations

The purpose of this course is to provide the student an understanding of management principles for the purpose of achieving health services organizational goals and objectives. Emphasis is placed on the skills and competencies necessary for effective health services management as well as the functions performed by, and roles required of, middle-level managers. Critical skills, competencies and roles covered in the course include those related to motivation, leadership, conflict management, negotiation, problem solving, power and influence, communication, coordination and support service management. Course topics are discussed and explored within the context of key organizational dimensions including environment, structure, process, human resources, performance and adaptability.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

This course is required for and limited to students seeking a degree in the Master of Health Administration program

Offered

Fall, Mini I