Determine suitable study designs, sampling techniques, and sample sizes for public health research questions.
Micro Master in Healthcare Information and Statistics
Overview
Unlock the Power of Healthcare Data for Informed Decisions.
This program offers a unique online opportunity to develop critical knowledge in statistics, data science, and health informatics, revolutionizing how healthcare data is managed and analyzed. Through a multidisciplinary approach, it provides foundational understanding and hands-on training essential for navigating contemporary statistical techniques in health research and administration.
Designed for flexibility, this Micro Master allows participants to enhance their capabilities while accommodating professional and personal commitments. It equips learners with advanced skills to analyze health-related data, support clinical decision-making, and facilitate research for optimal health outcomes.
Who is This Program For?
Advancing Healthcare Analytics for Diverse Professionals.
This program is specifically designed to equip healthcare professionals from various backgrounds, clinical and nonclinical, with advanced skills in the analysis of health-related data. It aims to support data-driven clinical decision-making and facilitate research for optimal health outcomes within both private and public healthcare sectors.
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Healthcare Professionals (physicians, nurses, allied health professionals)
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Healthcare Educators
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Healthcare Supervisors, Hospital Directors and Managers
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Data Analysts (in governmental and private health sectors)
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Epidemiological Reporters
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Research Associates
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Health Information Specialists
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Researchers in Hospitals
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Public Health Surveillance Officers
What You Learn
Knowledge
Graduates of this program will gain a strong foundation in:
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Principles and methods of statistics, data science, and their applications in health informatics.
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Biostatistical concepts and reasoning, including descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and statistical hypothesis testing.
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Data management and manipulation techniques for advanced analysis, including T-tests, Chi-Squared tests, ANOVA, and regression models.
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Different information systems in healthcare and their applications to healthcare delivery, including networking, patient-centered systems, and imaging systems.
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Data analysis using medical and financial records, standards for data collection, recording, and transmission.
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Confidentiality, security, and ethical considerations in using personal health information.
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Key aspects of the research process, data collection, and health data types.
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Big data analytics, healthcare standards, cybersecurity, and innovations in healthcare statistics and informatics.
Skills
This program equips learners with the ability to:
Manage and manipulate datasets effectively using appropriate software.
Analyze the theories, methods, and tools fundamental to health information systems.
Assess the rationale behind using various statistical analysis techniques.
Apply principles of probability in evaluating screening tests and assessing the likelihood of public health events.
Intuitively choose and perform appropriate statistical techniques based on data type and research questions in diverse health contexts.
Pre-requisites
Prerequisites for Advancing Your Healthcare Data Expertise.
- Bachelor degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.5.
Assessment
Comprehensive Assessment for Practical Competence.
Assessment Methods
Virtual labs
Gain practical experience by engaging in simulated real-world scenarios, allowing you to apply theoretical concepts and develop hands-on data analysis skills.
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Discussion forums
Participate in interactive discussions, fostering a collaborative learning environment where you can exchange insights and analyze key topics with peers and instructors.
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Midterm exams
Evaluate your understanding of foundational principles and concepts covered in the first half of the program, ensuring you build a strong knowledge base.
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Paper critique
Sharpen your critical thinking and analytical abilities by assessing and providing constructive feedback on academic papers, enhancing your grasp of research methodologies.
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Final projects and exams
Showcase your comprehensive mastery of the program's content through culminating projects that integrate your skills, alongside final examinations that assess overall knowledge. Please note that while the Micro Master program is fully available online, the exams must be taken in person on campus
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