Find the subject in the Handbook here. Schedule: Semester 1 (Dual Delivery)
Subject Description This subject introduces students to health economics as a sub-discipline of economics. Students are provided with a comprehensive introduction to micro-economics, so the subject is suitable for students with no prior knowledge of economics. It paves the way for students to apply micro-economic concepts to the analysis of contemporary issues in public health and health care. |
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• Minor Assignment - 1000 words (20%)
• Open-Book Multiple Choice Examination (30%)
• Major Essay - 2000 words (50%)
HE1 can be very challenging if you've never done any economics before. Watch some tutorials now and learn the basic micro concepts before semester starts if you're gonna take the subject!
Having some background knowledge of hospital funding models and Medicare has been useful for a job that involves strategy and planning for a public hospital.