HCA 501 - Healthcare Systems

Course Description: Healthcare in the 21st century is experiencing historic evolution impacted by local, national, and global factors. This course will provide an introduction to the foundations of healthcare administration and related systems. Topics explored include but are not limited to a historical overview, theoretical foundations, major developments and characteristics of global healthcare systems; types of healthcare providers; issues related to cost, access and quality of care; and the future of health services delivery.

Credit Hours: 3

Corequisite Courses: HCA 500
Prerequisite Courses: HCA 500 (min grade B-)
Additional Restrictions/ Requirements: None
Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated

ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION

Equivalent Courses: None
Undergraduate Crosslisting: None
Course Attribute: None

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