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    Study health economics for understanding healthcare markets. Learn about cost-benefit analysis, health policy, and economic evaluation in healthcare.

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    Explore the Health Economics Course Catalog

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Animal Welfare in the Clinic

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Experience, Patient Preparation, Patient Education And Counseling, Vital Signs, Surgery, Patient Evaluation, Patient Treatment, Environmental Science, Behavior Management, Stress Management, Non-Verbal Communication

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Introducción a la Neurociencia

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Molecular Biology, Psychology, Anatomy, Human Development, Mental Health, Human Learning, Biology, Biochemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      370 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Feeding the World

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Environmental Science, Food Safety and Sanitation, Nutrition and Diet, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Environment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trend Analysis, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      252 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      食品安全與風險分析(Food Safety&Risk Analysis)

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Food Safety and Sanitation, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Emergency Response, Safety and Security, Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Communication, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      276 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      Lund University

      Medical Applications of Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC)

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Radiology, Radiation Protection, Radiography, Oncology, Patient Positioning, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Physics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Clinical Trials Analysis, Monitoring, and Presentation

      Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Statistical Reporting, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Patient Safety, Bayesian Statistics, Data Quality, Data Presentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Michigan

      Translating Research to Healthcare Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Policy Development, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Health Care, Public Policies, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Science and Research, Public Health, Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      A

      American Psychological Association

      Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Design, Research, General Science and Research, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Data Analysis, Psychology, Sampling (Statistics)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      161 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Entendiendo la depresión a lo largo del ciclo vital

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Pediatrics, Psychotherapy, Patient Treatment, Pharmacotherapy, Chronic Diseases, Child Development, Working With Children, Public Health, Patient Evaluation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      Lund University

      African development – from the past to the present

      Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Ancient History, Economic Development, World History, European History, Economics, International Relations, Political Sciences, Demography, Trend Analysis, Governance

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Customer Value in Pricing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics, Customer Demand Planning, Market Research, Behavioral Economics, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      366 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      CVS Health

      Preparing for Your Call Center Customer Service Role

      Skills you'll gain: Call Center Experience, Interviewing Skills, De-escalation Techniques, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Customer Support, Professionalism, LinkedIn, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular health economics courses

    • Animal Welfare in the Clinic: The University of Edinburgh
    • Introducción a la Neurociencia: Universidad de Palermo
    • Feeding the World: University of Pennsylvania
    • 食品安全與風險分析(Food Safety&Risk Analysis): National Taiwan University
    • Medical Applications of Particle Accelerators (NPAP MOOC): Lund University
    • Clinical Trials Analysis, Monitoring, and Presentation: Johns Hopkins University
    • Translating Research to Healthcare Policy : University of Michigan
    • Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology: American Psychological Association
    • Entendiendo la depresión a lo largo del ciclo vital: Universidad de los Andes
    • African development – from the past to the present: Lund University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Health Economics

    Health Economics refers to the business insight, healthcare management, and healthcare policy of healthcare systems provided to communities by enterprises, governments, or related entities. Typically, this is applied to the principles and pricing strategies behind healthcare and its key concepts.

    By getting an understanding of the complex structure of healthcare and health insurance, an education in Health Economics empowers learners with the financial and management skills to build a foundational understanding of healthcare systems; make better, well-informed decisions based on research; and help to improve the cost and quality of healthcare.‎

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 18% through 2028. Prospective managers typically have some work experience in an administrative or clinical role in a hospital or other healthcare facility, with related jobs such as Computer and Information Systems Managers, Financial Managers, Human Resources Managers, Insurance Underwriters, Medical Health and Information Technicians, Social and Community Services Managers, and more.‎

    Learners who study Health Economics through Coursera have many opportunities to apply key concepts related to the subject through case studies and financial statements from healthcare initiatives.

    Foundational topics such as the history of insurance, role of hospitals in the healthcare ecosystem, and range of healthcare providers are covered to bolster basic understanding that leads to critical thinking and skill building in Health Economics.

    Lessons feature input from experts on the acumen, management, and policy of this fast-growing field. Successful learners will be able to apply management and financial skills to their own practice by maximizing cost and efficiency of insurance and healthcare operations.‎

    The field of health economics combines business knowledge with experience in the health care industry, so time spent working in the business office of a doctor’s practice or hospital can be beneficial for a career in health economics. An understanding of how insurance companies and government health care programs work with individual practices and larger hospital systems is also helpful in gaining a foothold in health economics. Knowledge of accounting and budgeting practices can help you with the concepts of health economics as well. Even if you don’t have a health care background, any level of business acumen gives you a head start in grasping how health economics works.‎

    Anyone who has worked in the business side of the health care industry is a good candidate for a health economics career. People who have a keen understanding of how health care processes work—from the patient’s perspective as well as the provider’s point of view—are also well suited for the discipline of health economics. Individuals who are interested in making the health care system more affordable and efficient for patients, doctors, and hospital systems can put that passion to good use in jobs in health economics. Someone with an organizational mind who can devise processes that improve costs and efficiency may be able to succeed in health economics careers.‎

    Studying health economics might be right for you if you’re interested in discovering ways to make the growing health care industry more efficient and cost-effective. This field sits at the crossroads of business and health care, so if you have experience in both worlds, it’s an area of study that might hold your interest. Learning about health economics can work to your advantage if you’re interested in a career in hospital management or on the business side of larger health care practices. The diversity of job opportunities in research, academia, and insurance may also mean that learning about health economics is a good idea for you.‎

    Online Health Economics courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Health Economics skills. Choose from a wide range of Health Economics courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Health Economics, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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