Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
-- SKY664 Turkish Compulsory 3 + 0 3.0 10.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Mehmet Nurullah KURUTKAN
Instructor(s)
Goals The course SKY664 - Analysis and Evaluation of Health Systems aims to enable students to deeply analyze the structures, operations, and performances of global and national health systems. This course teaches students to analyze the key components of health systems and their interactions, evaluating the effectiveness, accessibility, and sustainability of healthcare services. The goal is for students to gain an understanding of health policies, financing mechanisms, service delivery, and health outcomes, fostering critical thinking skills in these areas.
Course Content This course will cover the definition and models of health systems, comparative analysis of health systems across different countries, and the financing, management, and organization of healthcare services. Additionally, topics such as quality management in healthcare, equity in health, and the sustainability of health systems will be discussed. Students will analyze the impacts of health policies on health systems and methods for evaluating health system performance. The course will be supported by case studies and current examples to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
3 Applies cost analysis and control techniques in the health sector.
4 Manages capital budgeting and investment decision-making processes.
4 Selects and applies appropriate evaluation methods to measure the effectiveness of educational programs; interprets results.
5 Continuously improves program quality based on evaluation findings; supports the institutional learning culture.
5 Identifies financial risks and develops appropriate risk management strategies.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Definition and general characteristics of health systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week Models of health systems and historical development Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Key components of health systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week Comparative analysis of international health systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Financing models in health services Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Management and organization in health systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Quality management in healthcare services Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
8. Week Comparative Analysis and Performance Evaluation of Health Systems Other Activities
9. Week Impact of health policies on health systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Equity and access in health systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Sustainability in health systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Performance evaluation methods for health systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Case studies and contemporary examples Research
14. Week Final review and project presentations Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Ability to identify the health needs of the community and the demand for health services
6 Ability to assess and enhance health outcomes
7 Proficiency in using statistical analysis, reporting, interpretation, and decision-making
9 Ability to apply marketing principles and methods to meet the community's healthcare needs effectively, with quality, efficiency, and equity
11 Ability to work effectively, efficiently, and ethically with healthcare professionals and other stakeholders within and outside the institution
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 4 4 4 4 4
PY7 3 3 3 3 3
PY9 4 4 4 4 4
PY11 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Roberts, M. J., Hsiao, W., Berman, P., & Reich, M. R. (2008). Getting health reform right: A guide to improving performance and equity. Oxford University Press
  • Sturmberg, J. P., & Martin, C. M. (Eds.). (2013). Handbook of systems and complexity in health. Springer.
  • Papanicolas, I., & Smith, P. C. (Eds.). (2013). Health system performance comparison: An agenda for policy, information and research. Open University Press
  • Mossialos, E., Wenzl, M., Osborn, R., & Sarnak, D. (Eds.). (2016). International profiles of health care systems. The Commonwealth Fund
  • World Health Organization. (2010). Monitoring the building blocks of health systems: A handbook of indicators and their measurement strategies. World Health Organization
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 60 60
Homework 1 40 40
Homework Preparation 1 40 40
Final 1 60 60
Practice 1 13 13
Classroom Activities 14 3 42
Total Workload 255
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 10.0