Course Overview
This course provides an introduction to the principles and practices of quality improvement (QI) in the healthcare sector, with a focus on the Indian healthcare landscape. The course will equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate quality improvement initiatives. Emphasis will be placed on applying QI tools to improve patient care, safety, and operational efficiency in Indian hospitals and healthcare systems.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of quality improvement in healthcare.
- Identify key challenges and opportunities for improving healthcare quality in India.
- Apply quality improvement tools and methodologies to real-world healthcare problems.
- Analyze healthcare data for performance improvement.
- Implement QI strategies that align with India's healthcare regulations and policies.
- Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement within healthcare organizations.
Target Audience
- Healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, pharmacists, administrators)
- Healthcare managers and policymakers
- Medical students and public health professionals