This short course compares the health systems of a number of countries with the Irish health system. The aim is to provide the tools to critically compare and analyse similarities and differences in the approaches to planning, financing and delivering healthcare. This short course is structured around four subjects: comparative analysis; healthcare financing; sustainability in healthcare expenditure; and resource allocation in healthcare. Participants will at the end of this short course:

• Develop an in-depth understanding of the major challenges and dilemmas facing the health systems in each of the countries profiled in the course.
• Develop an understanding of the healthcare systems of the comparative countries, and a deeper understanding of the Irish health system in the international context.
• Gain new insights into the management of healthcare and innovations in other countries that could be applied in Ireland.

This short course is comprised of six three-hour sessions and usually runs in the Hilary and Trinity terms (January to June).

Fee

€2,000 (excluding application fee)

Admission criteria

Applications will be considered from applicants with health service management experience. In addition, applicants should hold a good honors degree in a professional discipline or hold other qualifications deemed appropriate by the course committee.

How to apply

Interested applicants please contact Ms Stephanie Culson, email: Stephanie.culson@tcd.ie, phone: 01 896 2665 for an application pack.

Duration

All sessions take place between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays. Precise dates and times for each session will be provided.