Major: Hospital and Health Institutions Management
Program Overview:
This program trains future leaders to manage hospitals, clinics, and healthcare systems efficiently. It combines healthcare knowledge with business administration, focusing on operational excellence, financial management, patient care quality, and compliance with healthcare regulations in Turkey and globally.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand healthcare systems, policies, and regulations in Turkey.
- Develop skills in healthcare administration, operations, and strategic planning.
- Learn financial management, budgeting, and resource allocation in healthcare.
- Master quality management and patient safety standards.
- Gain expertise in health informatics and digital health technologies.
- Explore ethical and legal aspects of healthcare management.
Core Courses:
- Introduction to Healthcare Management
- Overview of healthcare systems, organizations, and management principles.
- Healthcare Laws and Ethics
- Legal and ethical considerations in healthcare, including Turkish healthcare regulations.
- Healthcare Financial Management
- Budgeting, financial planning, and resource management in healthcare institutions.
- Healthcare Operations Management
- Process optimization, supply chain management, and logistics in healthcare settings.
- Quality Management in Healthcare
- Patient safety, quality improvement, and accreditation standards.
- Health Informatics
- Electronic health records (EHR), health information systems, and digital health technologies.
- Human Resources Management in Healthcare
- Recruitment, training, and management of healthcare professionals.
- Strategic Planning and Marketing in Healthcare
- Developing strategic plans and marketing strategies for healthcare institutions.
- Public Health and Epidemiology
- Basics of public health, disease prevention, and health promotion.
- Practicum in Healthcare Management
- Internships or projects in hospitals, clinics, or healthcare organizations.
- Capstone Project
- Comprehensive project addressing a real-world challenge in healthcare management.
Assessment Methods:
- Healthcare management plans
- Financial analysis reports
- Quality improvement projects
- Case studies on healthcare operations
- Practicum evaluations and capstone project presentations
Recommended Textbooks and Resources:
- Healthcare Management by Robert H. Lee
- Financial Management of Health Care Organizations by Michael Nowicki
- Quality Management in Healthcare by Patrice L. Spath
- Health Informatics: Practical Guide for Healthcare and Information Technology Professionals by Robert E. Hoyt and Ann Yoshihashi
- Turkish healthcare laws and regulations
Prerequisites:
Basic knowledge of healthcare systems or business administration. Suitable for students interested in managing healthcare institutions.
Program Duration:
4 years for a bachelor’s degree, including coursework and internships.
Certifications:
Graduates can pursue certifications such as:
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
- Certified Medical Practice Executive (CMPE)
- Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP)
Career Paths:
- Hospital Administrator (managing hospital operations)
- Clinic Manager (overseeing outpatient clinics)
- Healthcare Consultant (advising on healthcare management)
- Health Informatics Specialist (managing health information systems)
- Quality Improvement Manager (ensuring patient safety and quality standards)
- Public Health Administrator (working in public health organizations)
Why This Major?
The healthcare sector is rapidly growing, and there is an increasing demand for skilled managers who can navigate complex healthcare systems. This program prepares students to lead healthcare institutions, improve patient care quality, and implement efficient operational strategies. Graduates will be equipped to address the unique challenges of the healthcare industry in Turkey and globally.
