Instructor Resources: Test bank, PowerPoint slides for each chapter,
and suggested answers to discussion questions. Management problems are
complex and rarely fixed with a single, universal solution. Particularly
in healthcare organizations, management is fluid, and the "right"
approach depends on a variety of ever-changing factors.
Management of Healthcare Organizations: An Introduction provides an
integrated, practical approach to management that is applicable to all
kinds of healthcare organizations. The book prepares future managers and
leaders to assess situations and develop solutions with confidence.
Author Peter C. Olden combines extensive real-world management
experience with academic expertise to explain fundamental management
theories, concepts, methods, and tools and how to apply them in
healthcare organizations. Adopting a student-centered approach, he uses
a fresh, engaging style and clear organization of content supported by
many exhibits, sidebars, and an appealing design. Although primarily
intended for undergraduate students interested in managing healthcare
organizations, this book is also a valuable resource for allied health
majors and practicing healthcare managers.
This edition has been updated extensively with three new case studies;
current examples, exercises, and data; and new or expanded information
on these and other topics:
Population health and the continuum of careStrategic planningHorizontal
process organizingDiversity and inclusionObtaining and retaining
staffLeading and motivating peoplePerformance improvement, Six Sigma,
and LeanOrganizational change management methodsProfessionalism and
emotional intelligenceEach chapter begins with learning objectives and a
real-world example based on an extended, contemporary case study that
runs through the book and connects all the chapters. The book also
features an end-of-chapter mini case study and seven integrative case
studies. These cases enable students to use concepts and methods from
multiple chapters to fully resolve a given management problem,
reinforcing the chapters' concepts. Chapter summaries and discussion
questions offer additional learning opportunities. The writing style and
activities help students learn management as an integrated body of
knowledge and tools they can use in their careers.
Whether you are new to healthcare management or are looking to advance
your career, Management of Healthcare Organizations teaches the
fundamental principles and skills needed to successfully manage a
healthcare organization.
