This course aims to introduce how global health systems function, how health policy is shaped and implemented, and the role of health system research for evidence-based policy-making and implementation. There are two key aspects to this course: (1) knowledge and understanding; and (2) skills and abilities. To help students build their knowledge background in global health systems and policy, major theories and frameworks for health systems and policies and how they are applied in different national contexts are introduced. A systematic approach in learning the interrelationship of context, content, process and actions during health policy development are covered. An integration of such knowledge into the analysis of health systems and policy implications, and the formulation of skillset required to participate in health systems research and development work are also emphasized.

CILO-1: Discuss the major theories and frameworks of health policy and systems analysis. CILO-2: Apply the concepts and theories of health systems and policy to answer questions in public health and other aspects in health science. CILO-3: Originate new perspectives in health systems and policy.