An introduction to the main theories and approaches of health economics.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course the student is able to analyze and evaluate health economic issues using concepts, theories and approaches of health economics.
Contents
The course covers the various perspectives on health economics, major theories, concepts and approaches.
Teaching methods
Teaching method
Contact
Online
Lectures
Independent work
Exam
Introductory lecture and reading club. Completing a learning diary and a literature exam or essay (by separate agreement).
In the reading club, students read the essential health economics literature and discuss it with other students and the teacher.
Teaching language
Finnish,
English
Modes of study
Option
1
Available for:
Degree Programme Students
Other Students
Open University Students
Doctoral Students
Exchange Students
Participation in course work
In
Finnish
Essay
In
Finnish
Option
2
Available for:
Degree Programme Students
Other Students
Open University Students
Doctoral Students
Exchange Students
Participation in course work
In
Finnish
Written exam
In
Finnish
Evaluation
Numeric 1-5.
Further information
The course is organized every other year.The School of Management offers an annual course for students who are more broadly interested in health economics: Cost-Benefit Analysis in Health Care (5 ECTS).