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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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    • B

      BCG

      La transformation numérique

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Technology Strategies, Design Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Business Process Automation, Growth Strategies, Business Strategies, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Business Economics, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Tecnología como facilitador en soluciones de Telemedicina

      Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Health Technology, Medical Telemetry, Health Care, Medical Equipment and Technology, Health Informatics, Remote Access Systems, Cybersecurity, Data Mining, Vital Signs, Data Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      A

      American Museum of Natural History

      Climate and Climate Change in New Jersey

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Systems Thinking, Environment, Environmental Science, Geographic Information Systems, Data Collection, Trend Analysis, Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods, Environmental Engineering

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Lausanne

      HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 2 : Theories, models and tools

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Simulations, Health Policy, Mathematical Modeling, Public Health, Systems Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Environment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Data to Advance Population Health: Global Perspectives

      Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Data Presentation, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Epidemiology, Data Visualization, Data Quality, Public Health, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Data Mining, Biochemistry, Scientific Visualization, Data Analysis Software, Pharmacology, Microbiology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI

      Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Sustainability Reporting, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Performance Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Socioeconomics, Project Scoping, Social Sciences, Goal Setting, Project Performance, Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      A

      Amazon Web Services

      Introduction to the Cloud for Clinicians

      Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Health Informatics, Cloud Computing, Health Care, Cloud Solutions, Medical Privacy, Cloud Security, Health Information Management, Care Management, Precision Medicine, Innovation, Data Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Leadership for Cancer Informatics Research

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Record Keeping, Clinical Leadership, Collaborative Software, Technical Management, Health Informatics, Diversity Awareness, Information Management, GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      N

      Northeastern University

      AI Innovation in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Healthcare Ethics, Data Ethics, Predictive Analytics, Health Informatics, Health Technology, Data Collection

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yale University

      宇宙之旅:对话 (Journey of the Universe: Weaving Knowledge and Action)

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Liberal Arts, Environment, Social Studies, Culture, Anthropology, Human Development, World History, Creativity, Teaching, Storytelling, Systems Thinking, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Physics, Biology, Economics, Music

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Alberta

      Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Recognizing Others, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Teamwork, Stress Management, Mental Health, Social Skills, Crisis Management, Empathy, Occupational Safety And Health, Human Resource Policies, Safety Culture, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Resilience, Employee Engagement, Professionalism, Safety Training

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • La transformation numérique: BCG
    • Tecnología como facilitador en soluciones de Telemedicina: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Climate and Climate Change in New Jersey: American Museum of Natural History
    • HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 2 : Theories, models and tools : University of Lausanne
    • Data to Advance Population Health: Global Perspectives: Johns Hopkins University
    • Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets: University of California San Diego
    • How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to the Cloud for Clinicians: Amazon Web Services
    • Leadership for Cancer Informatics Research: Johns Hopkins University
    • AI Innovation in Healthcare: Northeastern 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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