5 credits

In this course, students address the role people management in health care organizations, including the recruitment, retention, management, and development of these resources. Students gain an understanding of key roles that professionals play in planning for workforce needs and how management should be directly aligned with the strategic goals of the organization. Also in this course, students examine organizational behavior and dynamics, as well as the roles and responsibilities of management within health care organizations. Students focus on understanding management and leadership principles to help navigate change. Students consider the theory and practice of managing individuals and groups through motivation, communication, teamwork, collaboration, leadership, organizational change, negotiation, and conflict management and resolution. Students will also be exposed to the influence of physician and extenders in the system, mergers and acquisitions, and how these influence team management.