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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ECO3577 Health Economics Fall 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ÇAĞLAR YURTSEVEN
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to provide basic knowledge about the fields related to health economics. Further, analysing and solving the problems encountered in the health sector from an economic point of view the other aim of the course.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Know the basic concepts and subjects of health economics,
2. Gain the ability to research the health economics literature in detail within the framework of the course content,
3. Apply the basic tools and techniques of microeconomics to the health market,
4. Learn the basic factors affecting the supply and demand of health services,
5. Evaluate the economic dimension of health policies and reforms.

Course Content

After learning basic concepts of health economics, the structure of health economics and its supply and demand will be introduced. At the same time, financing of health services, health-related policies and the role of the state will be discussed throughout the semester.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Basic Concepts and Micro Economic Tools Chapter 1, Health Economics
2) Basic Concepts and Micro Economic Tools Chapter 1, Health Economics
3) Health Economics and Statistical Methods Chapter 2, Health Economics
4) Health Economics and Statistical Methods Chapter 2, Health Economics
5) Production Function of Health Chapter 2 & 3, Health Economics
6) Demand and Price in Health Services Chapter 4, Health Economics
7) Midterm
8) Demand and Income in Health Services Chapter 4, Health Economics
9) Applications of Demand in Health Services Chapter 5, Health Economics
10) Supply and Price in Healthcare: Cost of Production Process and Efficiency Chapter 6 & 7, Health Economics
11) Supply and Price in Healthcare: Technology, Quality and Accesibility Chapter 8 & 9, Health Economics
12) Healthcare Financing Chapter 10, Health Economics
13) Health Economics and Health Policies Chapter 11, Health Economics
14) The Role of the State and the Market in Health Sector Chapter 12, Health Economics

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Health Economics, Charles E. Phelps, Addison Wesley; 5th edition (2012). Pearson Press
References: Health Economics, Second Edition by Frank A. Sloan and Chee-Ruey Hsieh. The MIT Press, 2016.
The Handbook of Health Economics, Anthony J. Culyer and Joseph P. Newhouse, eds., Elsevier Science, 2000.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 7 98
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 146

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To be able to apply theoretical concepts related to mass communication, consumer behavior, psychology, persuasion,sociology, marketing, and other related fields to understand how advertising and brand communication works in a free-market economy. 2
2) To be able to critically discuss and interpret theories, concepts, methods, tools and ideas in the field of advertising. 2
3) To be able to research, create, design, write, and present an advertising campaign and brand strategies of their own creation and compete for an account as they would at an advertising agency. 2
4) To be able to analyze primary and secondary research data for a variety of products and services. 2
5) To be able to develop an understanding of the history of advertising as it relates to the emergence of mass media outlets and the importance of advertising in the marketplace. 2
6) To be able to follow developments, techniques, methods, as well as research in advertising field; and to be able to communicate with international colleagues in a foreign language. (“European Language Portfolio Global Scale”, Level B1) 2
7) To be able to take responsibility in an individual capacity or as a team in generating solutions to unexpected problems that arise during implementation process in the Advertising field. 3
8) To be able to understand how advertising works in a global economy, taking into account cultural, societal, political, and economic differences that exist across countries and cultures. 2
9) To be able to approach the dynamics of the field with an integrated perspective, with creative and critical thinking, develop original and creative strategies. 2
10) To be able to to create strategic advertisements for print, broadcast, online and other media, as well as how to integrate a campaign idea across several media categories in a culturally diverse marketplace. 2
11) To be able to use computer software required by the discipline and to possess advanced-level computing and IT skills. (“European Computer Driving Licence”, Advanced Level) 2
12) To be able to identify and meet the demands of learning requirements. 2
13) To be able to develop an understanding and appreciation of the core ethical principles of the advertising profession. 2