The Professional Diploma in Health Economics – the first course of its kind in Ireland – is a one-year, part-time programme that examines the economics of healthcare provision. There is a palpable need for those interested in healthcare in Ireland to understand the economic rationale behind the allocation of resources in this vital sector. To meet this need, the Diploma explores the fundamentals of economics, the distinctive features of healthcare economics and the different mechanisms for evaluating spending on healthcare.
Expressly designed for those who want to obtain a nationally recognised qualification while remaining in work, the Diploma is delivered through a blend of distance education and weekend seminars at the IPA in Dublin. Alongside course material, students receive all the essential textbooks.
This course commences in October 2018.
| College | Institute of Public Administration |
| Course ID | 144753 |
| Course Location | Ballsbridge, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 4 |
| Course Type | Distance Learning |
| Course Qualification | CPD |
| Course Duration | One academic year |
| Course Fee | 2200 |
| Entry Requirements | Applicants require a Leaving Certificate with a minimum grade C in two higher level papers and grade D in four other subjects. The papers passed must include Irish, English and a third language. OR Mature students (students over 21 on January 1 of the calendar year of entry) may enter a programme without the above qualifications. |

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