309.616/617 Introduction to Methods for Health Services Research and Evaluation


Course

Instructors

Jonathan P. Weiner, Lynda C. Burton, and Elizabeth A. Skinner

Originally Offered

Spring 2007

Offered By

Department of Health Policy and Management


Description

Introduction to Methods for Health Services Research and Evaluation provides an introduction to basic methods for undertaking research and program evaluation within health services organizations and systems. In addition to basic methods, the course also provides "the state of the art" in research and evaluation through the review of major completed studies. This course is recommended for students who will be carrying out policy research, social science research, or program impact evaluation within health delivery systems. It is also relevant to those who will apply the results of Health Services Research (HSR) done by others.


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