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An introduction to the application of cost-effectiveness in health - one day course
Date: 1-Dec-08
Location: Sydney University Village
One Day Professional Development Course run by the Health Economics Collaboration
Course Leaders include:
- Philip Clarke, University of Sydney
- Glenn Salkeld, University of Sydney
- Alison Hayes, University of Sydney
- Marian Shanahan, NDARC (UNSW)
- Michelle Cunich, University of Sydney
- Rachael Morton, University of Sydney
Why?
Across the globe, health sector organisations, both public and private, are increasingly being required to take economic considerations into account in their decision-making.
What is it?
This course provides an introduction to the use of economic analysis in evaluating health programs. The course aims to provide participants with an understanding of priority setting and the application of cost-effectiveness. It entails a combination of short lectures, case studies and practical class exercises.
Who is the course for?
It is targeted at policy makers, clinicians, researchers, managers and others working in the health sector who may be dealing with these economic issues. No previous knowledge of health economics is required.
Location
Sydney University Village, 90 Carillion Avenue,
Newtown 2042
Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Cost**: Commercial Sector $495, Public Sector $295, Full-time students $200 (limited places)
Registration: Closes 24th November 2008, strictly limited to 35 attendees.
Enquiries: heconomics@med.usyd.edu.au
Website: www.health.usyd.edu.au/heconomics/activities/shortcourses/index.php
**course fee includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
**concessional rates for group bookings are available and subject to approval
