BUS 43601 - Healthcare Finance

This course introduces undergraduate students seeking minor or major in Finance to the basics of financial analysis and its application in the healthcare industry. Students will explore key concepts such as net present value, portfolio theory, decision trees, and the fundamentals of evaluating new healthcare products. The course places a strong emphasis on understanding how financial tools are used to assess and support the development of innovative therapeutic products. Real-world examples and case studies will illustrate how financial decision-making influences product innovation, adoption, and affordability in the healthcare market. Designed for students interested in healthcare and business, this course provides foundational knowledge to bridge these fields and prepare for careers that require strategic financial thinking in the healthcare sector.

Preparation for Course
P: BUS 30100 with a grade of C- or better.

Cr. 3.
Notes
Enrollment in business (BUS) courses numbered 30100 and above is restricted to students who meet established criteria: business majors who have met the pre-business requirements and been admitted into one of the business majors; or students that have declared other pre-approved programs or minors which require particular business courses, and completed all course prerequisites; or students that have obtained written permission from the department through which the course is offered.
Student Learning Outcomes