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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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    • N

      National Taiwan University

      食品安全與毒理 (Food Safety & Toxicology)

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food Safety and Sanitation, Laboratory Testing, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Environmental Issue, Chemistry, Microbiology, Health And Safety Standards, Pollution Prevention, Radiation Protection, Risk Analysis, Scientific Methods

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Designing Effective Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Learning Theory, Community Outreach, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling, Psychology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      123 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • F

      Fractal Analytics

      Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Human Development, Learning Theory, Psychology, Social Sciences, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Interpersonal Communications

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Designing for Sustainment: Keeping Improvement Work on Track (Patient Safety IV)

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Conflict Management, Patient Safety, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Communication Strategies, Systems Thinking, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      90 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, European History, Higher Education, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      352 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Stanford University

      Symptom Management in Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Education and Support, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Nursing Practices, Patient Treatment, Care Management, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Medication Therapy Management, Stress Management, Health Assessment, Pharmacology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      L&T EduTech

      Project Management in Construction

      Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Earned Value Management, Feasibility Studies, Risk Analysis, Quality Management, Procurement, Cost Estimation, Scheduling, Cost Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Contract Management, Communication Strategies, Risk Management, Project Controls

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      41 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Implementing a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety V)

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Nursing Management, Safety Training, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Risk Management, Care Management, Infection Control, Regulatory Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      95 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      American Psychological Association

      Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Psychology, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Behavior Management, Rapport Building, Goal Setting, Sociology, Discussion Facilitation, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Conflict Management, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness, Scientific Methods, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Princeton University

      Effective Altruism

      Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Social Justice, Behavioral Economics, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      751 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Actúa ante el dolor crónico

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Resilience, Stress Management, Mindfulness, Patient Education and Support, Emotional Intelligence, Chronic Diseases, Patient Evaluation, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Self-Awareness, Physical Therapy, Communication, Nutrition and Diet

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      287 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      From Sleep Disorders to Sleep Health

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Diversity Awareness, Health Disparities, Cultural Sensitivity, Health Assessment, Behavioral Health, Respiration, Disabilities, Preventative Care, Human Development, Patient Treatment, Clinical Psychology, Neurology, Child Development, Geriatrics, Pulmonology, Chronic Diseases, Environmental Issue, Patient Evaluation, Biology

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • 食品安全與毒理 (Food Safety & Toxicology): National Taiwan University
    • Designing Effective Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior : Fractal Analytics
    • Designing for Sustainment: Keeping Improvement Work on Track (Patient Safety IV): Johns Hopkins University
    • Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Symptom Management in Palliative Care: Stanford University
    • Project Management in Construction: L&T EduTech
    • Implementing a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety V): Johns Hopkins University
    • Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups: American Psychological Association
    • Effective Altruism: Princeton 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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