MPH 665 - Health Economics

This course introduces the student to the basic concepts and analytical tools of microeconomics and demonstrates the use of these concepts in analysis of public policy problems and designing appropriate responses. Students then apply these concepts and tools to understand health care drivers, the demand for and supply of health care and the role that markets and government play in resource allocation within our health care and public health systems.

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Credits: 3

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Course Type: Public Health