Health Management Studies, Major (0278)
- Western Sydney University Major Code: 0278
Available to students in other Western Sydney University Programs: Yes, however the following restrictions apply.
The Health Management Studies major is open to all Western students and offers a broad understanding of the complex social, economic and cultural determinants of health and well-being. The current health care context and service systems are examined and students are encouraged to consider new directions for innovative service design and delivery. A 140-hour work placement is included and allows students an opportunity to engage in the health sector. Graduates will be skilled in understanding, managing and responding to rapid changes within the health care system, the broader political sphere and in areas that deal with policy and service assessment, development and evaluation.
Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
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Campbelltown Campus | Internal | Assoc Prof Charles Morris | |
Sydney City Campus | Internal | Dr Andrey Zheluk |
Students must complete the following 80cps as follows:
Subject | Title | Credit Points |
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Level 1 | ||
BUSM 1037 | Health Administration and Management | 10 |
PUBH 1006 | Population Health and Society | 10 |
HLTH 1013 | Professional Competencies in Health | 10 |
Level 2 | ||
PUBH 2005 | Culture, Diversity and Health | 10 |
BUSM 2044 | Health Service Management | 10 |
Level 3 | ||
PUBH 3025 | Health Policy and Advocacy | 10 |
BUSM 3080 | Health Care Systems and Organisation Culture | 10 |
REHA 3042 | Health Practice Management | 10 |