21739 Health Funding Policy and Resource Management

6cp
Postgraduate

This subject develops basic skills in accounting and finance; analyses constraints upon revenue sources and budgetary processes in government agencies; and examines budget papers, annual reports, parliamentary scrutiny, Auditors-General, and internal auditors. Students are expected to demonstrate competence in budgeting, cash management, cost minimisation, cost-volume-profit analysis, and financial statement analysis. Topics include basic accounting concepts; economic theories and concepts; policies, expenditure and issues in public health; allocation of resources; preparation of a unit budget; accountability for public resources; Casemix and related concepts; funding issues – (privatisation, managed care); financing healthcare, insurance, contracts, managed care, and reform of health insurance policy; and performance review and reporting.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Detailed subject description.

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $1,062.38
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,346.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

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