Postgraduate Diploma in Health - Health Policy, Planning and Service Delivery

Victoria University of Wellington

The health care sector comprises one of the largest areas of total government expenditure in New Zealand. Develop a systematic understanding of the key social, political and economic factors contributing to national health challenges and learn to devise solutions based on the most up-to-date research and evidence.Learn how best to promote the health of communities and populations, including the most effective strategies for preventing disease, ensuring efficient and high-quality health care, and reducing health inequalities.Make the most of the University’s links to the district health board (DHB) and government agencies in Wellington and benefit from the expertise of experienced health policy professionals, who will share how they use analysis and evidence to bring about real change that benefits patients and wider society.Take your degree and experience to the next level, and become an expert in your area of interest and specialisation in health.This programme is a great opportunity to gain advanced knowledge of complex health care systems and develop the theoretical and practical skills you need to become a leader in your workplace, with the programme delivered flexibly to fit around work commitments.Whether you want to study something new, enhance your career prospects with a qualification or get up to date with new developments in your industry, postgraduate study in health can help you achieve your goals.You can gain a general overview by studying without a specialisation or pursue a particular field-there are seven areas of professional focus for you to choose from.