Comparative Health Systems
This course uses comparative analysis of health care systems to gain a better understanding of health care systems in several high-income, middle-income and low-income countries. One focus of analysis in this course will therefore be to develop a better knowledge of these health care systems. A second focus will be to use to this analysis to gain a better understanding of the health care system in the United States.
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 11 hours
- Course by University of Pennsylvania
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This course uses comparative analysis of health care systems to gain a better understanding of health care systems in several high-income, middle-income and low-income countries. One focus of analysis in this course will therefore be to develop a better knowledge of these health care systems. A second focus will be to use to this analysis to gain a better understanding of the health care system in the United States. This analysis is relevant for those who are directly interested in the United States, but it is also relevant for those students who are seeking to enhance knowledge of the health care systems in their home countries by gaining a better understanding of the United States’ health care system. A comparative analysis of health systems will help managers and health care professionals who are responsible for optimizing organizational outcomes by improving the quality of health care and simultaneously reducing the costs of health care. The course will use of a combination of the World Health Organization building blocks framework along with theories of complex systems to establish a framework to compare health systems in a number of high-income, middle-income, and low-income countries. This analysis will develop the capacity of managers to critically evaluate relationships between their organizations and the broader set of interactions between the building blocks that make up particular health care systems.Modules
Comparative Health Systems
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4
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1
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1
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- Self-Assessment
4
Videos
- Welcome to the Course
- Course Self-Assessment
- Comparing Health Systems Part 1
- Comparing Health Systems Part 2
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Readings
- Comparative Studies
Health Systems and Population Health
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5
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2
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1
Assignment
1
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- Module 1 Quiz
5
Videos
- Populations Have Histories
- Measuring Population Health: Part 1
- Measuring Population Health: Part 2
- Comparative Methodology: WHO Building Blocks Framework
- Comparative Methodology: Systems Thinking
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Readings
- WHO: Health Systems
- Defining Universal Health Coverage (UHC)
The American Health Care Paradox
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9
Videos
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2
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2
Discussion
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1
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- Module 2 Quiz
2
Discussions
- Health Spending vs. Social Spending
- Funding Long-Term Care in the U.S.
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- The American Health Care Paradox
- Discussion with Professor Corbett: Health Spending vs. Social Spending
- United States: Governance and Leadership
- United States: Finance
- Discussion with Professor Corbett: Funding Long-Term Care in the U.S.
- United States: Service Delivery
- United States: Pharmaceuticals, Workforce, and Information
- Discussion with Professor Corbett: Pharmaceutical Spending in the U.S.
- United States Health Care System Review
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- Video: Adversarial Legalism
- Chart: American Healthcare Spending
The German Health System
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6
Videos
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1
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1
Discussion
1
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- Germany and Preventative Care
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Videos
- Introduction to Germany and the United Kingdom
- Germany: Leadership and Governance
- Germany: Finance and Information
- Germany: Workforce, Service Delivery, and Pharmaceuticals
- Discussion with Professor Corbett: Germany and Preventative Care
- German Health System Outcomes
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- What is a German Sickness Fund?
England and the National Health Service
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6
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1
Discussion
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- Module 3 Quiz
1
Discussions
- National Health Service Outcomes
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- England: Leadership and Governance
- England: Finance and Information
- England: Workforce
- England: Service Delivery and Pharmaceuticals
- England Health System Outcomes
- Discussion with Professor Corbett: National Health Service Outcomes
The Brazilian Health System
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5
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5
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- Brazil and China: Two Large Middle-Income Countries
- Brazil: Governance and Leadership, and Information
- Brazil: Finance
- Brazil: Workforce, Service Delivery, and Pharmaceuticals
- Health System Outcomes
The Chinese Health System
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7
Videos
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2
Discussion
2
Discussions
- Hospital Funding in China
- Primary Care as the First Point of Contact
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Videos
- China: Government and Leadership
- China: Finance, Information
- China: Service Delivery and Pharmaceuticals
- China: Workforce
- Discussion with Professor Corbett: Hospital Funding in China
- Discussion with Professor Corbett: Primary Care as First Point of Contact
- Health System Outcomes
Course Conclusion
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- Module 4 Quiz
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- Self-Assessment
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- Course Conclusion
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Explore the intricacies of global health care with the "Comparative Health Systems" course, tailored for health care professionals and managers who aspire to enhance their understanding and improve health care outcomes. This foundational course delves into the comparative analysis of health care systems across high-income, middle-income, and low-income countries, providing valuable insights into their structures and operations. Guided by expert instructors from Coursera, the course emphasizes two primary objectives: developing comprehensive knowledge of various international health care systems, and using this analysis to gain a deeper understanding of the United States health care system. This dual approach not only benefits those directly interested in U.S. health care but also offers valuable perspectives for learners aiming to improve their own countries' health systems. Participants will utilize the World Health Organization's building blocks framework and complex systems theories to critically evaluate and compare health systems. This framework empowers health care managers to optimize organizational outcomes by improving quality and reducing costs. With a duration of 660 minutes, this course is available through flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional plans, making it accessible and convenient for a diverse audience. Ideal for those at the foundational level, "Comparative Health Systems" equips learners with the analytical tools and knowledge to navigate and enhance the complex landscape of global health care. Join us on this educational journey to better understand and transform health care systems worldwide.
Angus Corbett