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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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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Development Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Economics, Socioeconomics, International Relations, Social Sciences, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Human Development, World History, Growth Strategies, Demography

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Enfoques emergentes para medir la salud de la población

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Community Health, Public Health, Data Collection, Health Policy, Health Equity, Health Assessment, Health Disparities, Survey Creation, Program Evaluation, Medical Records, Health Information Management, Interviewing Skills

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Persone, tecnologia e futuro della mobilitĆ 

      Skills you'll gain: Automation, Interactive Learning, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Electric Power Systems, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Transportation Operations, Policy Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Health Equity, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Public Policies, Safety and Security

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Solar Power Generation

      Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Systems, Power Electronics, Semiconductors, Scalability, Electrical Equipment, Emerging Technologies, Technology Solutions, Innovation, Cost Estimation, Environment, Matlab

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Generating Vision: Long-Term Ideas to Motivate Stakeholders

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Strategic Leadership, Product Roadmaps, Business Strategy, Innovation, Brainstorming, Strategic Communication, Employee Retention, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      Klimat, miljƶ och hƤlsa

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Systems, Environmental Policy, Environmental Resource Management, Water Resources, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health, Mitigation

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Designing Engaging Dashboards for Healthcare Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Infographics, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Presentations, Statistical Visualization, Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Stakeholder Communications

      Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Behavioral Economics, Analysis, Business Risk Management, Complex Problem Solving, Risk Analysis, Systems Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Decision Tree Learning, Virtual Teams, Psychology, Probability

      Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Nursing, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Nursing Process, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment, Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Care Management, Nursing Practices, Infection Control, Acute Care

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Simulations, Debugging, Statistical Methods, Pandas (Python Package), Program Development, Unit Testing, Test Case, Data Science, Development Testing, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Integration Testing, Computer Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Software Engineering, Systems Integration

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      International Perspectives on Health and Nursing å„åŗ·å’ŒęŠ¤ē†ēš„å›½é™…åŒ–č§†č§’

      Skills you'll gain: Nursing, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Nursing Administration, Nursing Practices, Health Care, Health Technology, Community Health, Medical Science and Research

      Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Ɖtat civil et statistiques pour la santĆ© des populations

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Demography, Vital Signs, Health Policy, Maternal Health, Chronic Diseases, Data Quality, Data Collection, Medical History Documentation

      Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Development Economics:Ā O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Enfoques emergentes para medir la salud de la población:Ā Johns Hopkins University
    • Persone, tecnologia e futuro della mobilitĆ :Ā University of Michigan
    • Solar Power Generation:Ā L&T EduTech
    • Generating Vision: Long-Term Ideas to Motivate Stakeholders:Ā University of Maryland, College Park
    • Klimat, miljƶ och hƤlsa:Ā Lund University
    • Designing Engaging Dashboards for Healthcare Analytics:Ā Northeastern University
    • Decision Making:Ā Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence:Ā Coursera Instructor Network
    • Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science:Ā Duke 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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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.ā€Ž

    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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