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Program Design & Evaluation for Health Systems Strengthening
This course provides an introduction to designing and evaluating to strengthen the health system. After successful completion of all learning activities, course participants will be able to:
1. Define health systems strengthening
2. Describe health systems frameworks and how to incorporate them into evaluation planning
3. Describe how to design and prioritize implementation of health systems programs
4. Detail approaches to evaluate health systems programs, including data sources and study design
5. Introduce tools to assist with evaluation planning and simple models to assess health system intervention impact
6. Describe how to interpret health system evaluation findings and sustainability and scalability implications
The development of this course was supported by a grant from Government Affairs Canada (GAC) for the Real Accountability, Data Analysis for Results (RADAR) project.
Duration
3 Months
Institution
Johns Hopkins University
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Johns Hopkins University.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$281
Total Est. Investment
$281
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Program Design & Evaluation for Health Systems Strengthening program at Johns Hopkins University are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.