Health care is now one of the largest sectors, and employers, in the Australian economy. Approximately two thirds of its funding comes from government, while two thirds of services are provided by the private sector.
Effective leadership in healthcare needs an understanding of the fiscal frameworks and strategies of the public sector. It also needs a grasp of the business models of private players in the health system.
We explore this complex mix to build an understanding of the inter-relationships among the players in the industry, public and private. The course will explore the financial and regulatory environment in which providers operate and identify the main business models used by different players in the industry, including service providers, private insurers, employers, and government regulators. We will also look at consumer-driven businesses seeking to disrupt the way healthcare is provided.
The course draws on guest lecturers, international comparisons and case studies to give an understanding of the incentives and constraints that shape strategies to create value in healthcare. Students will learn the basics of business model development and strategic planning from both private and public sectors.
Important: This short course is a variant of the unit of study, HPOL5006: Business of Health. It enables you to complete the unit without formal university enrolment. You will receive a certificate of completion. However, you will not receive credit points towards a University of Sydney degree.
HPOL5006: Business of Health is approved as an elective in Master's programs in the School of Public Health and other programs, including the Master of Surgery, in the Faculty of Medicine and Health. As SMBA6122: Business of Health it is approved as an elective in the MBA program in the Sydney Business School.
To receive credit points and an academic transcript, please see the Medicine Postgraduate Non Award.
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Course fee |
$1500 (including GST) 10% discount for 5 or more participants from the same organisation |
Course structure |
The unit is taught as an intensive with workshops running over four days, supplemented by online activities. Classes are offered in face to face and online modes. |
Course dates |
Please see below |
Lead Unit Coord |
Professor Shaun Larkin (Public Health) Professor John Buchanan (Business) |
Applications close |
Sunday 2nd June 2024 |
Please note:
Some classes offer both Face-to-face (F2F) or online delivery. F2F is encouraged for these classes, but not essential.
However, some classes are F2F only, and can only be attended in person (no online version will be available). These will be held in the Business School in Sydney CBD.
| Week | Day | Date | Time | Delivery mode |
| 1 | Saturday | 15th June 2024 | 09:00-13:00 | F2F & Zoom |
| Monday | 17th June 2024 | 18:30-20:30 | Zoom | |
| 2 | Monday | 24th June 2024 | 18:30-20:30 | Zoom |
| 3 | Friday | 5th July 2024 | 09:00-16:30 | F2F & Zoom |
| 4 | Thursday | 11th July 2024 | 09:00-16:30 | F2F only |
| Friday | 12th July 2024 | 09:00-16:30 | F2F only | |
| 5 | Friday | 19th July 2024 | 09:00-16:30 | F2F & Zoom |
| 6 | Monday | 22nd July 2024 | 18:30-20:30 | Zoom |
| Thursday | 25th July 2024 | 18:30-20:30 | Zoom |
Complete the online application form.
It will take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.
Note for groups: Please ensure that each member of the group fills out a separate copy of the application form.
Payment type |
How to pay |
Credit Card |
Link to payment portal provided upon submitting application form |
Bpay |
Link to payment portal provided upon submitting application form |
Journal transfer (University of Sydney staff) |
Please arrange with your local Finance Officer |
Once payment has been processed:
You will receive an email confirming receipt of payment
2-3 weeks from the beginning of classes:
You will receive a welcome email from the Sydney School of Public Health Education Support team, containing your e-learning login details and orientation materials.
2 weeks from the beginning of classes:
You will be able to access the e-learning Canvas site for the course. The Unit of Study Coordinator will provide you with a list of the readings.
After completing the course:
Please contact the Sydney School of Public Health Education Support team (ssph.education-support@sydney.edu.au) to receive a copy of your Completion Certificate.
If you decide to cancel your enrolment, the following penalty will apply:
• Cancellation received before the start of classes: the full course fee will be refunded.
• Cancellation received on or after the first day of classes: no refund.
Cancellation must be made via email to the Sydney School of Public Health Education Support Team: ssph.education-support@sydney.edu.au