Strategic Management of Health Care Organizations

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Critique the effectiveness of various modes of communication with groups and interprofessional teams.

• Evaluate research related to the practice of nursing administration.

• Analyze strategies used by stakeholders to influence the delivery of healthcare.

• Synthesize knowledge of social/political forces, economic resources, and regulatory processes to manage healthcare within systems.

• Participate as a collegial member of an interprofessional/interdisciplinary team to address issues affecting the delivery of healthcare.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Discussion Forums	15%
Announcement Prompts	15%
Reflective Exercises	15%
Strategic Plan Paper	25%
Practicum Journals	30%
90 Practicum Hours	Satisfactory / Unsatisfactory

Grading Scale

Percentage	Letter Grade
100-93%	A
92-85%	B
84-77%	C
76% or less	F

Attendance/Participation:

Regular class attendance is a responsibility and a privilege of university education. It is fundamental to the orderly acquisition of knowledge. Students should recognize the advantages of regular class attendance, accept it as a personal responsibility, and apprise themselves of the consequences of poor attendance.

Attendance is a critical component of this course and is factored into your overall grade. Active participation is essential for your learning and success in this class.

1. Planned Absences:
   If you know you will be absent, you are required to notify the instructor via email as soon as possible and before the scheduled date of absence.

2. Extenuating Circumstances:
   In cases of emergencies or unforeseen circumstances that require your absence, please inform the instructor via email as soon as possible. Include details about the situation and, if appropriate, provide supporting documentation.

Repeated unexcused absences or failure to notify the instructor may negatively impact your grade. Exceptions to this policy will be considered on a case-by-case basis for legitimate and documented reasons.

Your communication and proactive approach regarding attendance are greatly appreciated.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

• American Nurses Association (2021). Nursing administration: Scope and standards of practice (4th ed.). Author.

• Harrison, J. P. (2021). Essentials of strategic planning in healthcare (3rd ed.). Health Administration Press.