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OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2019-20 [Archived Catalog]

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IHS 6803 - Program Planning and Evaluation in Healthcare

Course focuses on project planning, implementation, and evaluation in healthcare settings. Introduces the DMAIC method (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) and associated tools from lean six sigma in the context of healthcare. Includes developing process maps, identifying bottlenecks, workflow analysis, and process improvement through testing and control charts.

Requisites:
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will be able to explain the use of DMAIC Method (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) in the context of healthcare.
  • Students will be able to conduct a workflow analysis in a healthcare context/environment.
  • Students will be able to develop process maps in the context of healthcare.
  • Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of process improvement in healthcare.


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