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About the course
The Graduate Certificate of Health Economics and Economic Evaluation teaches fundamental principles in health economics, including how healthcare is financed and how resources are allocated to achieve desired outcomes locally and globally. Students develop an understanding of the Australian healthcare system and the complexities involved in paying for healthcare. The course is delivered in a mixed mode (on-campus and online) with a blend of synchronous and asynchronous learning.
What you might learn
Students learn core concepts and tools used in health economics and economic evaluation, building the capability to interpret and assess economic evidence in healthcare. The course develops understanding of healthcare system financing, priority setting, and value assessment to support efficient and equitable decision-making. Graduates gain foundational skills that can be applied to evaluate whether health interventions provide value for money.
Career outcome
Graduates can apply health economics and economic evaluation skills in roles supporting healthcare planning, funding and policy decisions across government, hospitals, insurers, and health organisations. The qualification is suited to those aiming for or moving into health economist, health policy, program evaluation, and healthcare management pathways. Skills in assessing value for money and resource allocation are applicable in public health, health services, and related consulting or analytics roles.
Entry requirements
This course is suitable for graduates from a range of disciplines, and no prior background in economics is required.
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