Health Analytics and Data Analysis

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Health Analytics and Data Analysis

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14 modules

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1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

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14 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand the role of analytics in transforming healthcare systems
Apply data-driven strategies to improve patient care and outcomes
Integrate analytics into decision-making for better financial and operational performance

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There are 14 modules in this course

Based on the best-selling book, Health Analytics, by Jason Burke. This course equips professionals with the ability to harness data analytics to drive innovation and improvement in patient care, operational performance, and financial outcomes. In today’s healthcare landscape, understanding data is vital for informed decisions that shape effective, sustainable systems.

Through this course, learners will gain hands-on experience in applying analytical methods to healthcare problems. They’ll learn to interpret health data, integrate analytics into decision-making processes, and measure outcomes that influence patient satisfaction, quality of care, and organizational efficiency. Unlike traditional health management programs, this course combines foundational theory with real-world case studies. Learners will explore best practices for implementing analytics in healthcare organizations and building scalable data infrastructures to support evidence-based operations. This course is ideal for healthcare leaders, analysts, and managers seeking to improve care delivery through data-driven insights. No prior analytics experience is required, though a basic understanding of healthcare systems or business operations will be beneficial. © 2013 SAS Institute, Inc. All rights reserved. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey.

In this section, we examine challenges in health data aggregation and the need for standardization to enable knowledge discovery and informed decision-making.

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2 videos4 readings1 assignment

2 videos Total 2 minutes

Course Overview 1 minute
A Changing Business for a Changing Science - Overview Video 1 minute

4 readings Total 35 minutes

Introduction 5 minutes
How Can Medicine Become Smarter? 10 minutes
Learning From Other Industries 10 minutes
Characterizing Health Analytics 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Data, Decisions, and Organizational Strategy 10 minutes

In this section, we examine the importance of collaboration and diverse perspectives in problem-solving. Key concepts include team dynamics, convergence, and the capability map for effective decision-making.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore enterprise health analytics, emphasizing data-driven strategies, frameworks, and capabilities for business leaders to build analytically powered organizations.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

1 video Total 1 minute

The Four Enterprise Disciplines of Health Analytics - Overview Video 1 minute

6 readings Total 65 minutes

Introduction 10 minutes
Information Management 20 minutes
The Fourth Dimension (Time) 10 minutes
Statistics 10 minutes
Information Delivery 5 minutes
High-Performance Computing 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Enterprise Health Analytics Fundamentals 10 minutes

In this section, we examine Callimachus's early data organization methods, focusing on information retrieval and cataloging. The section highlights historical data management and its influence on modern information systems.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

In this section, we examine the role of evidence-based decision making in clinical practice, emphasizing data-driven approaches to improve health outcomes and the importance of scientific rigor in medical interventions.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we examine the interdependencies between financial performance, risk management, and care quality in health care. Key concepts include reimbursement models, patient-centered care, and analytics for optimizing value and outcomes.

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1 video3 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore the evolution of medical practices and the role of data in shaping future healthcare.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

1 video Total 1 minute

Health Outcomes Analysis - Overview Video 1 minute

6 readings Total 70 minutes

Introduction 10 minutes
Timing Is Everything 10 minutes
The Population-Patient Pivot 10 minutes
Patients Like This One 20 minutes
The Role of Rules Engines 10 minutes
Consistency in Enterprise Calculations 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Analyzing Health Outcomes Through Data and Models 10 minutes

In this section, we examine healthcare value through cost-effectiveness analysis, outcome weighting, and activity-based costing to improve resource allocation and decision-making in health systems.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

In this section, we examine how EHR portals influence patient behavior and service use, focusing on psychological factors and strategies for effective patient engagement.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we examine the shift toward consumer-directed health care, focusing on patient insights, analytics frameworks, and strategies to improve service delivery and outcomes.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore healthcare risk categories, their interdependencies, and structured assessment methods to support informed decision-making and resource allocation.

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1 video4 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore quality control measures, safety audits, and setting measurable targets to ensure compliance, reduce risks, and enhance organizational performance.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

1 video Total 1 minute

Quality and Safety - Overview Video 1 minute

7 readings Total 70 minutes

Introduction 10 minutes
Not Your Father's Toyota 10 minutes
Avoiding the Obvious 10 minutes
The Growing Inventory 10 minutes
Transparency and Benchmarking 10 minutes
Setting Quality Targets 10 minutes
Drug Safety 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Healthcare Quality and Safety Fundamentals 10 minutes

In this section, we examine the historical development of the scientific method and its impact on modern research. Key concepts include data analysis, structured frameworks, and continuous improvement in medical and analytical practices.

What's included

1 video5 readings1 assignment

1 video Total 1 minute

The New Research and Development - Overview Video 1 minute

5 readings Total 70 minutes

Introduction 20 minutes
Goals of a New Research Model 10 minutes
Target Improvement Areas 15 minutes
Clinical Portfolio Management 15 minutes
The Big Four 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 10 minutes

Exploring Modern Research and Development Challenges 10 minutes

In this section, we explore value-based analytics models, comprehensive health performance analysis, and collaborative frameworks to drive innovation in health and life sciences.

What's included

1 video3 readings1 assignment

Instructor

Wiley-Expert Edge Course Instructors

John Wiley & Sons

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