Leadership and Outcome Management
About This Course
Students will appreciate the activities that contribute towards the improvement of the quality of patient care and support hospital activities/organisational goals. They will gain knowledge in the optimal utilisation of resources, efficiency in delivery of high-quality care, patient flow, capacity management and other clinical cost reduction initiatives.
What You'll Learn
This module focusses on the management of wards, units, hospitals, community and other healthcare organisations using principles of effective leadership and management. It prepares students to make decisions, minimise and manage risks to ensure patient safety within the healthcare environment. The module also focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration in improving patient outcomes.
Entry Requirements
a. Relevant local Polytechnic Diploma or University Degree of any discipline related to healthcare; or
b. Relevant academic qualification includes Diplomas or Degrees in any other fields, and
• have relevant working experience in healthcare for at least 2 years; and/or
• obtained the Certificate in Transitional Care from SingHealth Academy.
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least five (5) years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted will have to go through an interview and/or entrance test.