What This Document Is
This is a detailed course schedule for PUBH 6862: Cost-Effectiveness Analysis in Health Care, offered at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. It functions as a syllabus, outlining the structure, expectations, and logistical details for students enrolled in the Spring 2009 semester. It’s a foundational resource for anyone seeking to understand how the course will operate and what will be required for successful completion.
Why This Document Matters
This schedule is crucial for prospective and current students. It’s particularly valuable *before* the course begins, allowing you to assess if the course aligns with your academic goals and prepare accordingly. Current students will find it essential for staying on track with assignments, understanding grading policies, and knowing important dates. Professionals in public health, health economics, and healthcare administration can also benefit from understanding the curriculum covered in a leading university’s cost-effectiveness analysis course.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document provides a high-level overview of the course. It does *not* contain the actual course materials, lectures, readings, or specific assignment details. It outlines the *types* of analyses and tools that will be explored, but doesn’t provide step-by-step instructions or solutions. It also reflects the course structure as it was in Spring 2009, and some details may have been updated in subsequent offerings.
What This Document Provides
* A clear outline of course objectives and learning goals.
* Information regarding the instructor’s contact details and availability.
* Details on the course’s grading breakdown (midterm, final, quizzes, assignments).
* An overview of the topics covered, including cost-benefit analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, and decision analysis.
* Mention of software used in the course (TreeAge Pro).
* A description of the course prerequisites (or lack thereof).
* The grading scale used to determine final letter grades.