Learning Outcomes for Study Session 3

When you have studied this session, you should be able to:

3.1  Define and use correctly all of the key words printed in bold. (SAQs 3.1, 3.2 and 3.4)

3.2  Explain the importance of planning in healthcare management. (SAQs 3.1 and 3.4)

3.3  Describe the difference between strategic and operational planning. (SAQs 3.2 and 3.3)

3.4  Describe the eight stages of operational planning, as they relate to healthcare management. (SAQ 3.3)