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182.623.81 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT

Term: 2nd term
Credits: (3 credits)
Contact: Dennis Averill
Academic Year: 2012 - 2013
Course Instructor:
  • Dennis Averill
Description:

Examines elements needed to design and implement an effective safety and health program in industry. Stresses managerial techniques, including financial planning, communications, organizational structure, planning, auditing, and the use of records.
Student Evaluation: Based on class participation and preparation of a basic budget
Learning Objective:

On completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Describe the organization and structure of an occupational health service system. 2. Assess major approaches to managing and improving health services organizations, including approaches to process improvement, strategic planning, and organizational design. 3. Apply performance improvement concepts and tools in revising a specific process within an organizational setting. 4. Prepare a basic budget.
Location: Internet
Enrollment Minimum: 10
Instructor Consent: Consent required for some students

consent req. of any students not in the MSPH program in EHS
For consent, contact: daverill@jhsph.edu
Prerequisite:

Introduction to Online Learning is required prior to participating in any of the School's Internet-based courses.
Auditors Allowed: Yes, with instructor consent
Grading Restriction: Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
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