Health Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Program Overview

The Health Entrepreneurship and Innovation program equips students with the skills and knowledge to innovate and lead in the healthcare industry. Through a combination of core principles, healthcare focus, entrepreneurship, and interprofessional collaboration, graduates are prepared for careers as entrepreneurs, healthcare administrators, and innovation consultants, among others. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, real-world application, and collaboration with industry partners.

Program Outline

Program Content:

Core Principles:

• Innovation principles
• Leadership development
• Complexity science
• Change theory
• Collaboration
• Evidence-based decision-making

Health Care Focus:

• Using modern technology in healthcare
• Public policy and healthcare
• Effective communication in healthcare

Entrepreneurship and Innovation:

• Design, application, and testing of innovative processes and products
• Staying current with interprofessional team trends
• Leading innovation and transformation processes

Interprofessional Collaboration:

• Working effectively within interprofessional teams
• Utilizing the skills and perspectives of various healthcare professionals

Program Structure:

Semester-Based Format:

• The program is divided into semesters, with each semester lasting approximately 15 weeks.
• Students take a set number of courses each semester, typically 3-4 courses.

Course Sequence:

• The program follows a specific course sequence, designed to build upon students' knowledge and skills progressively.
• Courses are offered in a variety of formats, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and online modules.

Concurrent and Accelerated Options:

• Students can pursue concurrent degrees in combination with this program.
• The program also offers an accelerated option, allowing students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in five years.

C. Course Schedule:

Sample Schedule:

Semester 1:

• Intro to Health Entrepreneurship & Innovation
• Foundations of Leadership in Healthcare
• Health Care Policy and Innovation
• Introduction to Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare

Semester 2:

• Design Thinking for Health Innovation
• Technology & Innovation in Healthcare Delivery
• Public Health Communication & Advocacy
• Financial Management for Healthcare Entrepreneurs

Semester 3:

• Advanced Health Entrepreneurship
• Managing Innovation & Change in Healthcare
• Regulatory & Legal Issues in Healthcare
• Business Development for Health Startups

Semester 4:

• Capstone Project in Health Entrepreneurship & Innovation
• Elective Courses

Elective Courses:

• Students can choose from a variety of elective courses that align with their interests and career goals.
• Some examples of elective courses include:
> Global Health Innovation > Health Informatics > Health Care Marketing > Social Entrepreneurship in Healthcare > Digital Health Technologies

D. Individual Modules:

Each module within the program has a specific focus area, such as:

• Innovation and Design Thinking: This module helps students develop the skills needed to identify healthcare challenges, generate innovative solutions, and test and refine their ideas.
• Entrepreneurship and Business Development: This module teaches students about the essential elements of starting and running a successful health-related business.
• Policy and Advocacy: This module focuses on navigating the complex world of health care policy and developing effective advocacy strategies.

Each module includes a variety of learning activities, such as:

• Lectures and class discussions
• Case studies and simulations
• Group projects and presentations
• Independent research and writing assignments

Modules are typically assessed through a combination of:

• Exams and quizzes
• Presentations and projects
• Written assignments and reflective journals

Careers:

Potential career paths for graduates of the Health Entrepreneurship and Innovation program include:

• Entrepreneurs: Starting and running their own health-related businesses, such as health technology startups, health clinics, or consulting firms.
• Health Architects: Designing innovative healthcare delivery systems and processes.
• Healthcare Administrators: Managing hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare organizations.
• Healthcare Strategists, Advisors, Project Managers, and Administrators: Developing and implementing strategic plans for healthcare organizations, providing guidance to healthcare leaders, managing projects, and overseeing administrative functions.
• Health Innovation Consultants: Helping healthcare organizations implement new technologies, processes, and programs.
• Health Product and Service Managers: Developing and managing innovative healthcare products and services.
• Health System Designers: Creating and implementing new models of healthcare delivery.
• Intrapreneurs: Leading innovation and change initiatives within existing healthcare organizations.
• Public Relations Experts in Health: Communicating effectively about health issues to the public and media.

Other:

• The program is designed for students with diverse backgrounds and interests in healthcare, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
• The program emphasizes hands-on learning, real-world application, and collaboration with industry partners.
• Graduates of the program are prepared to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare delivery.