Population Health: Governance from Coursera

How can we organise care in such a way that we optimize experience, quality and costs? What type of governance is needed? And how should healthcare organisations collaborate?

These are central questions in this course. In answering them, we depart from a recognition of the impact of three crucial global shifts in health care governance: 1) the change in focus from cure to population health, 2) the increased attention to social determinants of health, and 3) the stronger involvement of non-governmental healthcare organisations in service delivery networks.

The course is unique in combining the Population Health perspective with theories of healthcare system governance. It takes a ‘multi-level’ perspective: the participant will look at healthcare governance from different angles in the healthcare system as a whole: from the global and national level, to networks of organisations, to individual care organisations, and finally to the healthcare professional. All these actors should function well to optimize accessible, affordable and high quality of care. To attain these goals, specific managerial network and leadership skills are required.

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Syllabus

Welcome to Population Health: Governance

Welcome to the course Population Health: Governance! In this module you will get to know what the scope of this course is and you will learn how to be successful at online studying.

Healthcare shifts in Governance: Systems

We will start this course by taking a bird’s eye view on healthcare: the perspective of the healthcare system as a whole. You will learn about the different systems that exist in the world, how these systems are shifting, and how well your own country performs compared to other countries in the world.

Healthcare shifts in Governance: Organisations

In this module we will descend from a system-level view to individual organisations: how are healthcare organisations managed, and in particular, how can we evaluate their performance? You will learn to answer these questions with the help of governance and organisational theories.

Healthcare shifts in Governance: Networks

We have seen the system perspective and the individual perspective on healthcare governance. In this module, we turn our focus to whole networks, or the sum of all the collaborations between healthcare and other collaborations that jointly aim to improve health services. You will learn how to analyse and manage these networks using stakeholder and social network analysis skills.

Healthcare shifts in Governance: Professionals

In this final module, we will take the perspective of the healthcare professional. What characterizes their work, and how do they cope with the often stressful tasks they have to perform? And how is their work changing? You will learn what makes the work of healthcare professionals challenging, and how they strategically cope with these challenges.

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Taught by experts in population health and healthcare system governance, this course offers relevant and up-to-date information

Develops understanding of the impact of shifts in population health, social determinants of health, and the involvement of non-governmental organizations on healthcare governance

Combines population health perspective with theories of healthcare systems governance to provide a comprehensive understanding of the field

Takes a 'multi-level' perspective, examining healthcare governance from the global and national level down to the level of individual healthcare professionals, providing a thorough analysis of the field

Offers insights into specific managerial network and leadership skills required to address challenges in healthcare governance

Requires no prior knowledge of population health or healthcare system governance, making it accessible to a wide range of learners

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Thought-provoking health governance overview

Learners say this course provides engaging assignments and a critical thinking approach to understanding the general aspects and principles of health governance. It requires interaction and assessment, which some learners find valuable and different from other courses. However, some learners wish there were more case studies and interviews.

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Population Health: Governance with these activities:

Organize Your Course Materials

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Ensure you have materials organized to maximize your learning experience.

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Gather all of your course materials, including notes, handouts, readings, and assignments.
Organize your materials in a way that makes sense to you.
Keep your materials organized throughout the course.

Health Care Governance Theory

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Become adept at the fundamentals of Governance Theory and be better prepared for modules in the course that explore it.

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Watch video lectures on Health Care Governance Theory.
Read articles and books on Health Care Governance Theory.
Take quizzes and practice questions on Health Care Governance Theory.

Review Public Health Practice

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Summarize the population health management principles you already know to strengthen the foundation for your coursework.

Browse courses on Public Health Practice

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Identify the core concepts of public health practice.
Consider your own experiences that apply to population health management.
Explore how the principles of population health practice relate to the course you're taking.

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Read Key Policy Texts

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Provide a greater understanding of how health policies are shaped and implemented.

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Identify the main themes in the text.
Summarize the key arguments and evidence presented in the text.
Consider how the text relates to your own understanding of health policy and planning.

Analyze Health System Data

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Strengthen your analytical skills of real-world population health data.

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Identify different types of health data and their sources.
Use statistical methods to analyze health data.
Interpret the results of your analysis and draw conclusions.

Form a Study Group

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Enhance your learning by collaborating with colleagues.

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Find a group of students who are interested in the same topics as you.
Meet regularly to discuss course material, work on assignments, and prepare for exams.
Share your notes, ideas, and insights with your group members.

Career center

Learners who complete Population Health: Governance will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Healthcare Executive

Healthcare Executives oversee the overall operations of healthcare organizations, such as hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. They are responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans, managing budgets, and ensuring the quality of patient care. This course may be useful for Healthcare Executives as it provides a comprehensive overview of healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare delivery.

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Healthcare Consultant

Healthcare Consultants provide advice and guidance to healthcare organizations on a variety of issues, including governance, operations, and strategy. They may also help organizations develop and implement quality improvement programs. This course may be useful for Healthcare Consultants as it provides a deep understanding of healthcare governance and the challenges facing healthcare organizations.

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Lobbyist

Lobbyists represent the interests of organizations before government officials. They may work for corporations, trade associations, or non-profit organizations. This course may be useful for Lobbyists as it provides a deep understanding of healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare policy.

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Healthcare Manager

Healthcare Managers oversee the day-to-day operations of healthcare organizations, such as hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. They are responsible for supervising staff, managing budgets, and ensuring the quality of patient care. This course may be useful for Healthcare Managers as it provides a solid foundation in healthcare governance and the challenges facing healthcare organizations.

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Healthcare Researcher

Healthcare Researchers conduct research to improve the quality and effectiveness of healthcare. They may work for universities, hospitals, or government agencies. This course may be useful for Healthcare Researchers as it provides a solid foundation in healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare delivery.

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Public Health Administrator

Public Health Administrators plan and implement public health programs and policies. They may work for government agencies, non-profit organizations, or private companies. This course may be useful for Public Health Administrators as it provides a solid foundation in healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare delivery.

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Healthcare Technology Manager

Healthcare Technology Managers oversee the planning, implementation, and maintenance of healthcare information systems. They may also be responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures related to the use of technology in healthcare. This course may be useful for Healthcare Technology Managers as it provides a solid foundation in healthcare governance and the challenges facing healthcare organizations.

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Pharmacist

Pharmacists dispense medications and provide advice on their use. They may also work in research and development or in the pharmaceutical industry. This course may be useful for Pharmacists as it provides a solid foundation in healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare delivery.

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Health Policy Analyst

Health Policy Analysts conduct research and analyze data to develop and evaluate health policies and programs. They may work for government agencies, private research firms, or advocacy groups. This course may be useful for Health Policy Analysts as it provides a solid foundation in healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare policy.

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Healthcare Provider

Healthcare Providers provide direct patient care, such as doctors, nurses, and pharmacists. They are responsible for diagnosing and treating illnesses, injuries, and diseases. This course may be useful for Healthcare Providers as it provides a broad overview of healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare delivery.

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Healthcare Administrator

Healthcare Administrators oversee the business and financial aspects of healthcare organizations, such as hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. They plan, direct, and coordinate medical and health services and may be responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures that affect patient care and operations. This course may be useful for Healthcare Administrators as it provides a comprehensive overview of healthcare governance, including the impact of social determinants of health and the involvement of non-governmental healthcare organizations in service delivery networks.

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Medical Writer

Medical Writers create and edit written materials about medical topics, such as patient education materials, journal articles, and grant proposals. This course may be useful for Medical Writers as it provides a broad overview of healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare delivery.

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Physician

Physicians diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and diseases. They may also work in research or in the pharmaceutical industry. This course may be useful for Physicians as it provides a broad overview of healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare delivery.

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Healthcare Social Worker

Healthcare Social Workers provide social and emotional support to patients and their families. They may also help patients access financial assistance and other resources. This course may be useful for Healthcare Social Workers as it provides a broad overview of healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare delivery.

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Registered Nurse

Registered Nurses provide direct patient care, such as administering medications, changing dressings, and monitoring vital signs. They may also work in research or in the pharmaceutical industry. This course may be useful for Registered Nurses as it provides a broad overview of healthcare governance and the factors that influence healthcare delivery.

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