3.00 Credits
Healthcare Strategic Management is an intensive three-credit-hour course designed to equip early-career healthcare professionals pursuing a Master of Health Administration (MHA) with essential knowledge and skills in strategic management for healthcare organizations. Over 14 weeks, students will explore the multifaceted aspects of healthcare strategy, including strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation. The course aims to introduce participants to the complexities of strategic decision-making in healthcare settings, enabling them to analyze the healthcare landscape, develop effective organizational strategies, and navigate the challenges and opportunities inherent in healthcare strategic management. Through an integrated approach, students will gain valuable insights into the dynamic landscape of healthcare strategy, positioning them for success as future leaders in the ever-evolving healthcare industry. ***COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course students will: 1. Define and differentiate healthcare managers' roles, responsibilities, and necessary competencies. 2. Compare and contrast management and leadership principles and describe the impact on employee motivation and organizational culture. 3. Create a strategic plan for a healthcare organization, including human resources, marketing quality improvement, IT, finances, and community needs. Prerequisites: Admission to the Masters of Healthcare Administration program. SP