MHA 6370: Capstone Practicum in Healthcare Management

This course will focus on the foundation and principles of leadership and governance roles and their application to health service organizations. The foundation and principles of leadership are emphasized and their impact on organizational functionality. Students will examine methods and tools for managing quality in health facilities, physician practices, managed care, patient satisfaction and their impact on organizational functionality. In addition, students will explore governing boards’ primary roles and responsibilities to ensure organizational standards for patient care quality are met. Students will gain insight addressing governing boards’ responsibility for the overall operation of a healthcare facility and additional issues that affect care and shareholders.