Governance of Population Health and Well-being

This course provides an in-depth exploration of governance and its critical role in strengthening health systems and shaping public health policy. Using the policy management cycle as a framework, the course covers priority setting, goal establishment, policy adoption, budgeting, implementation, and evaluation. Participants will learn how health governance contributes to addressing complex global challenges, fostering equity, and advancing sustainable development. Emphasis is placed on whole-of-government and whole-of-society approaches, intersectoral collaboration, and the integration of health as a macroeconomic and societal priority. The course also examines governance structures, health system performance, and the impact of international agreements and organizations on public health.

1. Define governance and its relevance to health systems and public health.
2. Explain the health policy cycle, including priority setting, policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation.
3. Identify key international organizations involved in public health governance.
4. Discuss strategies for the development and management of the health workforce.
5. Utilize health indicators to measure and evaluate health system performance and population health outcomes.
6. Apply governance frameworks to evaluate the efficiency, equity, and responsiveness of health systems.
7. Identify best practices and areas for improvement in health governance.
8. Explain the importance of health technology assessment in improving care delivery and outcomes.
9. Evaluate health system performance using appropriate metrics.