Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Current Issues of Health Management Theory, Practice and Research
Course Code
VVDG_034
Branch of Science
Other social sciences
ECTS
6.00
Target Audience
Health Management
LQF
Level 8
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Daiga Behmane
Structure Unit Manager
Daiga Behmane
Structural Unit
Health Management Teaching Group
Contacts
Dzirciema street 16, Rīga
About Study Course
Objective
The aim of this course is to provide an overview of the theoretical aspects of health management and to acquaint students with the latest trends in health management theory and research, to acquire knowledge of relevant research topics and approaches, to develop skills and competencies for scientific research in the context of doctoral thesis.
Preliminary Knowledge
Basic knowledge in management, health systems organization, qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Doctoral students know and apply the latest scientific theories and findings in various fields of health management, manage the research methodology of health management science, modern research methods and data analytical methods to achieve the research goal
Skills
1.Doctoral students are able to solve health management research tasks at the health industry and company level, critically analyze, classify and synthesize information, independently identify, formulate and explain a research idea, choose appropriate research methods, develop a research plan, and plan, develop and implement national and international scientific projects.
Competences
1.Doctoral students identify the problem and offer a solution for health care management at the scientific level, choosing appropriate innovative research methods, substantiate new research approaches, develop an original doctoral dissertation, contribute to expanding knowledge in an interdisciplinary perspective, and understand the application of this knowledge in health management.
Assessment
Individual work
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Individual work |
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Independent compilation, classification, synthesis and analysis of scientific literature and information.
Preparation of discussions and presentations.
Case analysis, argumentation, opinion formulation and presentation.
Preparation of individual work.
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Examination
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1.
Examination |
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Active participation in lectures, practical classes and seminars - 50%;
Development of individual scientific - practical work - 50%.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Overview of health care management theory
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Overview of health care management theory
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2
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Organizational behavior issues in health care organizations
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Organizational behavior issues in health care organizations
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2
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Strategic planning in health care organizations
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Strategic planning in health care organizations
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Managing human resources in health care
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Managing human resources in health care
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2
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Health care marketing
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Health care marketing
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Quality management in health care
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Quality management in health care
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Financing and cost-control in health care
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Financing and cost-control in health care
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Clinical process management
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Clinical process management
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Buchbinder S.B., Nancy H., Shanks N.H., et al. (2021) Introduction to Health Care Management. 4th edition. Jones & Bartlett Learning, Canada
2.
Behmane D., Dudele A., Villerusa A., Misins J., et al. (2019) Health Systems in Transition: Latvia. The European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies
3.
Greer S.L., Wismar M., Figueras J. (2016) Strengthening health system governance: better policies, stronger performance. European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies
Additional Reading
1.
Goodwin N., Sonola L., Thiel V., Kodner D. (2014) Coordinated care for people with complex chronic conditions. Key lessons and markers for success. The King’s Fund, London
2.
Heide I., et. al (2016) How to strengthen patientcentredness in caring for people with multimorbidity in Europe, Policy brief.22. the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, ISSN 1997-8073
3.
WHO guidance on research methods for health emergency and disaster risk management
4.
Campbell S.M., Braspenning J., Hutchinson A., & Marshall, M.N. (2003) Research methods used in developing and applying quality indicators in primary care. BMJ (Clinical research ed.)
Other Information Sources
1.
Health Systems and Policy Monitor (HSPM)