While learning the essentials (finance, ethics, law, etc.), we can't ignore the world at-large. The subjects and discussions aren't for course credit nor is there a fee to participate.

When it comes to corruption, the story is seldom as easy as right or wrong. The topics in this course center around the question, "is it corruption or bad management?"

As with all discussions, GHEM and its professors will not tolerate targeting of individuals, hate speech, political rhetoric, etc. 

Please treat your colleagues with respect and make use of / reference to trustworthy sources of information.
Ensuring holistic safety and security of our patients, their families, and our partners is central to operational effectiveness of healthcare facilities and systems. Cybersecurity has quickly become a top concern of healthcare administrators around the globe. To assist with understanding the cyber landscape, we've developed, and will update, this topic and course.

Course Overview:

This course provides a foundational understanding of research methodology, critical thinking, and AI-assisted inquiry, with a focus on ethical and practical applications in healthcare administration. Designed for professionals and students pursuing certification through AfCHCA/GHEM, it ensures that learners can critically evaluate sources, leverage AI responsibly, and conduct high-quality research.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  1. Differentiate between peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed sources.

  2. Effectively utilize AI-powered research tools while recognizing their limitations.

  3. Identify and mitigate biases in research.

  4. Apply ethical standards in research and citation.

  5. Conduct a structured literature review relevant to healthcare administration.