HWM 755 Health Policy and Action (New in Spring 2025) (MS, HDP)

Students will examine the role of government agencies in shaping health policy and health equity. Students will analyze current federal, state, and local regulations and impacts on health outcomes as well as understand healthcare systems and insurance. Students will evaluate potential providers and contracts. An emphasis will be placed on ethical principles social responsibility and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

HWM 755 course syllabus

Semesters Offered: Spring 2025, Spring 2026

Credits: 3

Degree Level: Master's

Course Track: Improving Health with Data and Policy-Graduate Certificate (HDP)