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Healthcare Management · Proposed course

Healthcare Technology & Innovation Management

Course code
MHM 607
Credit hours
3
Program
MHM
Delivery
Hybrid/Online

Course description

Course overview

This course examines the strategic management of healthcare technology and innovation. Students will explore frameworks for evaluating, adopting, and managing new technologies including artificial intelligence, telehealth, wearable devices, and healthcare automation systems. Emphasis is placed on the integration of technology into clinical workflows, regulatory compliance, and the impact of innovation on healthcare quality and patient outcomes.

Course content is presented for institutional review and remains subject to approval and revision.

Academic focus

Course objectives

  1. 01

    Understand the principles of healthcare innovation and technology lifecycle management.

  2. 02

    Evaluate healthcare technologies using economic, operational, and clinical criteria.

  3. 03

    Develop strategic plans for technology adoption and integration in healthcare organizations.

  4. 04

    Assess the impact of digital transformation and emerging innovations on patient care delivery.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion

  1. CLO 1

    Analyze healthcare innovation processes and technology adoption frameworks (maps to PLO 4, PLO 5).

  2. CLO 2

    Evaluate emerging technologies for their operational, ethical, and financial implications (maps to PLO 1, PLO 4).

  3. CLO 3

    Design strategic innovation management plans to improve healthcare delivery (maps to PLO 2, PLO 6).

  4. CLO 4

    Integrate evidence-based innovation strategies to support digital transformation (maps to PLO 4, PLO 7).

Proposed syllabus

Weekly course schedule

The sequence below reflects the current 15-week syllabus and remains subject to institutional review.

  1. Week 1

    Introduction to Healthcare Innovation and Technology Management

  2. Week 2

    Innovation Frameworks and Theories

  3. Week 3

    Technology Lifecycle and Evaluation Methods

  4. Week 4

    Emerging Healthcare Technologies and Trends

  5. Week 5

    Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Healthcare

  6. Week 6

    Telehealth and Remote Monitoring Systems

  7. Week 7

    Health Technology Assessment and Economic Evaluation

  8. Week 8

    Midterm Exam and Project Proposal

  9. Week 9

    Strategic Planning for Technology Adoption

  10. Week 10

    Interoperability, Data Governance, and Regulatory Compliance

  11. Week 11

    Managing Innovation Teams and Change

  12. Week 12

    Blockchain, IoT, and Cloud Computing in Healthcare

  13. Week 13

    Case Studies in Healthcare Technology Integration

  14. Week 14

    Final Project Presentations

  15. Week 15

    Final Exam and Reflection

Evaluation

Assessment and grading

  • Technology Innovation Project – 30%
  • Midterm Exam – 20%
  • Final Exam – 20%
  • Weekly Assignments and Discussions – 20%
  • Participation and Engagement – 10%
A = 90–100%B = 80–89%C = 70–79%F = Below 70%

Course resources

Required texts and materials

  • Buntin, M. B., & Jain, S. H. (2021). Digital transformation in healthcare: Leadership and innovation strategies. Oxford University Press.
  • Additional readings, research articles, and case studies will be provided through the LMS. Students may use simulation tools or software (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or healthcare IT systems) for applied projects.