This introductory course explains key economic concepts that are relevant to the public healthcare industry. The presentation takes the perspective from the Government and other public institutions. The course covers healthcare demand and disparities, social health insurance, public provision of healthcare, health care labor markets, economic epidemiology, and government regulation of unhealthy behaviors.

This being a ‘course with continuous assessment (PI)’ students need to attend at least 80% of the time of the scheduled course units for completing the course successfully. Ideally you attend all units fully. If you are unable to fully attend a unit, please let the lecturer(s) know in advance. In case online units are scheduled, the same attendance requirements apply.