This course introduces the learner to the economic and financial factors affecting nursing and healthcare practices in a complex healthcare environment.  Principles of healthcare economics, third party reimbursement, developing budgets, variance and economic evaluation methods are reviewed. The learner will apply their understanding of the American health care system, along with the basic financial, workforce and information management skills to make well-informed decisions that improve the cost, equity and quality of the health and nursing care. 

This course is offered on Tuesdays from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. EST 

This course requires prior approval of instructor. Please contact mary.antonelli2@umassmed.edu

This is a 3 credit course