(CRN: 87353)
Instructor’s Name: Bruce C. Perry, MD MPH
Division: Health Management & Policy
Semester: FallYear: 2014
Course Basics / Class Day/Time: / Wednesday 1:00 – 3:30 PMClass Location: / Rm. 516, 34 Peachtree Street Building
Prerequisite(s): / No prerequisites are required for the course.
Required Course Materials /
- Patterson, K. et al (2012). Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High. (2nd Ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill
- Kouzes, J & Posner, B. (2012). The Leadership Challenge: How to Make Extraordinary Things Happen in Organizations. (5th Ed.) San Francisco: Jossey-Bass
- Fisher, R., Ury, W. & Patton B. (2011). Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In. (3rd Ed.). New York: Penguin Books
- Various assigned articles, supplemental readings and informational materials will be made available.
- Levy, B. & Gaufin, J. (2012). Mastering Public Health: Essential Skills for Effective Practice. Oxford: Oxford University Press
Faculty Accessibility / Instructor(s) of Record: / Bruce C. Perry, MD MPH
Office Location: / Rm. 662D One Park Place
Phone Number(s): / 404-413-1139
Email: /
Office Hours/Availability: / Office hours by appointment
- Course Description:
PH7130 (3.00 credit hours)
Leadership andPublic Health
This course provides public health students and others with the principles and practices of public health leadership and management. The topics will include the development of leadership and managerial skills and will deal with topics as legal issues, strategy and human resource issues. By the end of the semester each student will be required to build a public health business plan including but not limited to: definition of the plan, industry analysis, demonstration of need and target market, competitors and partners, health marketing, project operations, and financial planning. The goal of the course is to prepare students to achieve success in public health and other organizations.
- Course Objectives / Competency / Assessment of Student Learning:
This course is designed to support students in acquiring competence in the following two areas, as indicated in the GSU School of Public Health MPH Core Competencies document.
MPH Core 10: Identify and critically discuss the organization and financing of the health services and public health systems in the United States, with emphasis on the consequences for vulnerable populations.
MPH Core 11: Apply evidence-based principles to critically evaluate current policies and practices in healthcare delivery and in public health systems including present and future healthcare reform proposals to address the quality, accessibility and cost of our health systems.
Students in the Master of Public Health programs with a concentration in Health Management and Policy will be expected to demonstrate competence in the following areas after completion of this course, as indicated in the GSU School of Public Health Graduate Student Handbook (see MPH Competencies):
HMGP 1. Demonstrate the skills of effective communication.
HMGP 2. Demonstrate team building, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
HMGP 3. Demonstrate knowledge of strategy development and change management principles
HMGP 4. Describe the attributes of effective leadership and the skills of effective leadership including decision making, vision setting and mentoring.
HMGP 5. Describe the legal bases for public health services.
HMGP 6. Explain principles of ensuring community health safety including emergency preparedness and response.
HMGP 7. Describe alternative strategies for collaboration and partnership among organizations focused on public health goals.
Course Objectives / Program Competency / Assessment Method(s)Apply the skills necessary for success at all levels in an organization in the areas:
- communication
- analysis
- team behavior
Conduct stakeholder analysis and SWOT analysis / HMGP3 / Stakeholder analysis Homework & case studies
Identify and practice conflict management and negotiation skills / HMGP2, / Negotiation game and case study
Explain process redesign and the role of informatics / HMGP2, / In class activity
Summarize supervising, mentoring and coaching / HMGP1, 4 / In-class activity
Explain strategy development and change management / HMGP3, 4 / Classroom group activity
Explain the knowledge and application of emergency preparedness principles to leadership in a public health crisis / HMGP4, 6 / Homework
Case Study
Describe the attributes of leadership in public health / HMGP1, 2, 5 / In class group activity
Summarize the present importance of partnerships in public health / HMGP7, / In-class group activity
Demonstrate an understanding of managing financial resources necessary to carry out public health activities and achieve public health goals / HMGP1 / Group budgeting activity
- Course Assignments and Requirements
No prerequisites are required for the course.
Course requirements will contribute to grade as follows:
Book Report/Self reflections #1Crucial Conversations / 25%
Book Report/Self reflections #2
The Leadership Challenge / 25%
Book Report/Self reflections #3
Getting to Yes / 25%
Class Attendance, Participation and Homework / 25%
Guidelines for Book Reviews/Self reflections
Word limits are just general guidelines
- Book citation/Number of pages
- Purpose of book100 words
- Concisely state content of the book using enough commentary to demonstrate you understand book (not just table of contents) 500 words
- Critique the methodologies the authors suggest100 words
- Describe situations in your life where you could have used or will use.200 words
- State your overall summary of the usefulness of the book.100 words
Homework:
The students will select a topic or intervention based on their interests. During the course the students will prepare and present a 3 minute talk, a stakeholder analysis, and a written executive summary about their topic.
As part of the homework, the students will read and answer questions concerning case studies. The case studies are based on simulations of actual or potential situations. Requirements and instructions will be given to the class at the time the case studies are distributed.
All Book Repots and homework are due at 9:00AM day of class via Assignment Dropbox in d2l and please bring 2 copies to class.
- Grading Policy
Grading Scale:
90 – 100 points A
80 – 89 pointsB
70 – 79 pointsC
60 – 69 points D
Below 60 pointsF
Withdrawals: A student who withdrawals at any time up to the mid-point of the quarter will be assigned a W or WF depending upon whether he/she is doing satisfactory work at the time of withdrawal. An average grade of D or F at the time of withdrawal will be assigned a grade of WF. After the mid-point of the quarter, the Registrar’s Office will assign an automatic WF to any student who withdraws from the course without a hardship withdrawal. If a student receives permission to withdraw under hardship, the Instructor will assign a W or WF grade depending upon the student’s work up to the point of time that the student withdrew.
The following is the formal policy at Georgia State University:
Effective Fall 2001, Instructors must on a date after the mid-point of the course to be set by the Provost (or his designee),
- give a WF to all those students who are on their rolls but no longer taking the class and
- report the last day the student attended or turned in an assignment.
Students who are withdrawn may petition the department chair for reinstatement into their classes.
Incompletes: A student will be given the grade I only if nonacademic circumstances beyond the student’s control prevent the student from completing a small segment of the course—e.g., the final examination. For a student to receive the grade of I, he/she must be doing satisfactory work (an average grade of C or better) up to the point that he/she could not continue. Arrangements must be made with Instructor to remove the incomplete grade within one quarter.
- Attendance and Class Participation Policy
This course assumes substantial and informed student participation. General discussion of theory and practice is encouraged and expected of all students. At a minimum, being informed requires class attendance, completion of assigned readings and homework, and attention to health care news. Class attendance and thoughtful participation are important and will be reflected in part in the final grade. Missing more than one class and failing to participate meaningfully in class discussions or project presentations may result in a lower grade. Please notify instructors of an absence before the class commences.
- Late Assignments and Make-up Examination Policy
Make-up exams are not provided, except in hardship cases that should be discussed in advance with the Instructor. Any assignment turned in late may have points deducted up to one letter grade for each day the assignment is late or fraction thereof. There is no scheduled make-up time for exams or paper presentations. If a student cannot take an exam or present at the scheduled time, they must consult with the Instructor on scheduling the make-up.
- Syllabus Deviation Policy
The course syllabus and schedule of topics provide a general plan for the course; deviations may be necessary. Additional or substitute reading materials may be required and made available to students via handout or other means.
- Student Code of Conduct and Policy on Academic Honesty
All students at this University are expected to engage in academic pursuits on their won with complete honesty and integrity. Any student found guilty of dishonesty in any phase of academic work will be subject to disciplinary action. The complete Academic Honesty policy is located in the GSU Graduate Catalog, Section 1350: Students and faculty are expected to review and conform to the university’s policy on academic honesty. Information on the Student Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures are available at:
Special attention should be paid to the sections on plagiarism and multiple submissions:
Plagiarism. Plagiarism is defined as, “appropriating and putting forth as one’s own the ideas, language, or designs of another” (The Living Webster, 1975) – and it is strictly forbidden. Written and oral presentations must be a student’s own work. Students plagiarizing or cheating in any form will face disciplinary action which could result in an “F” in this course and suspension or expulsion from the University. Copying from written materials, presentations, websites, etc. without source acknowledgement and referencing is plagiarism. Read it, appreciate it, learn from it, and make sure you source it – and then reflect it with your own thoughts and words! If you are uncertain about what constitutes plagiarism, please contact the instructor.
Multiple Submissions.It is a violation of academic honesty to submit substantial portions of the same work for credit more than once without the explicit consent of the faculty member(s) to whom the material is submitted for additional credit. In cases in which there is a natural development of research or knowledge in a sequence of courses, use of prior work may be desirable, even required; however, the student is responsible for indicating in writing, as a part of such use, that the current work submitted for credit is cumulative in nature.
- Disability Accommodations Policy
Students who wish to request accommodation for a disability may do so by registering with the GSU Office of Disability Services. Students may only be accommodated upon issuance by the Office of Disability Services of a signed Accommodation Plan and are responsible for providing a copy of that plan to instructors of all classes in which an accommodation is sought. The Office of Disability Services is located in the GSU Student Center, Suite 230 and online here:
- Course Evaluations Statement
Your constructive assessment of this course plays an indispensable role in shaping education at Georgia State. Upon completing this course, please take time to fill out the online course evaluation.
- Career Services
The School of Public Health provides career services & student leadership opportunities (student clubs & organizations) to all current SPH students and alumni. SPH Career Services can help students with resume writing, interviewing, job searching, internship development, and professional networking. Students are invited to attend our career events and workshops, and individualized career counseling appointments can be arranged. To see what career panels, career fairs, and events are available this semester, please visit: The SPH Career Services office is co-located with the Office of Academic Assistance in room 640 at One Park Place.
- Additional Instructor Policies
Communication
Students should check Desire2Learn at least every other day especially before driving or riding to GSU for this class. The syllabus, any changes to the syllabus, lecture slides and homework will be posted to Desire2Learn. Should you have any questions about the course or its requirements, please ask your question during class or contact the Instructor via Desire2Learn. Students also may make an appointment to meet with the Instructor on class concerns. Should you wish to contact the Instructor about your grades, please address them in writing or in person to the Instructor. Please do not use e-mail to communicate about grade concerns.
PH 7130 is a graduate level course, and student behavior is to be in keeping with that expected of graduate students and professionals. Students are expected to show courtesy and respect for classmates and faculty. Cell phones are to be silenced prior to the beginning of class.
Copyright Policy
“For the purpose of copyright, students must adhere to the following rules:
1) Materials in the course reserves may only be accessed by a passcode or password by students enrolled in that course, and only for the semester of course enrollment
2) Students may not distribute copies of course reserves materials to other students
Grade Point Average Requirements
An overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better must be earned to receive the MPH degree. All core courses must be completed with a grade of B or better, and no more than six semester hours of grades less than B will be accepted for the degree. No grade below a C will be accepted toward the degree. Please refer to the Institute’s academic standing policy on Academic Warning and Suspension described in the Institute of Public Health section of the Graduate Catalog:
- Tentative course schedule, topics, and readings
Schedule, topics and readings:
Date / Topic / Readings & Assignments1. August 27 / Topic(s): Overview of course/Syllabus/Assignments and grades/Communication/Desire2Learn
Introductions/Course expectations/ASPPH competencies
Topic(s): Communications
Mind Tools: Communication skills/ Emails, Writing Skills & AIDA
2. September 3 / Topic(s): Finance/
Activity: Guest Instructor will lead students through construction and management of budgets of various size and complexity / Home work due: Submit selection of topic for 3 minute talk in the Dropbox.
3. September 10 / Topic(s): Teams I/Stakeholders / Readings: Mindtools: Project management/Stakeholder Analysis & Stakeholder Management and Planning
CDC Stakeholder Analysis:
Homework due: Prepare and give a 3-minute communication to someone who could provide support for your topic. No Powerpoint!
4. September 17 / Topic(s): Stakeholders, Partnerships, & Coalitions / Readings: Ch. 15
Read, print and bring to class:
- Is a Coalition Right for You?
- Coalition Guides
- Coalition Vision, Mission and Goals
5. September 24 / Topic: Crucial Conversations/Supervising, mentoring and coaching / Readings: Ch. 10
Book Report #1 due on Crucial Conversations
6. October 1 / Topic(s): Leadership I
Mind Tools: Leadership/Blake Mouton Leadership Grid & Leadership Styles
Activity: Discussion of experiences with various leadership styles / Readings: Ch. 16
Homework due: Case Study Pat and Jay
7. October 8 / Topic: Leadership and Informatics
Guest Instructor: Fred Grant PhD, Chief Administrative Officer, SPH
8. October 15 / Topic(s): Leadership II/Strategic Planning
Mindtools: Project Management/Kotter’s 8-Step Change Model
Mindtools: Strategy/SWOT analysis / Strategic Planning/Mission & Vision/Change Management / Homework due: Childhood Obesity Case Study Questions
9. October 22 / Topic: Legal Basis of Public Health
Professor Leslie Wolf, School of Law / Book Report #2 due on The Leadership Challenge.
10. October 29 / Topic(s): Leadership in Public Health
Speaker: Michael Eriksen, ScD, Dean, SPH
11. November 5 / Topic(s): Emergency Preparedness and Response
Activity: Influenza Case Study
12. November 12 / Topic(s): Negotiations / Book Report #3 Due on Getting to Yes
13. November 19 / Guest Speaker
Thanksgiving Break November 24 -29
14. December 1 / Topic(s) Negotiations/Catch-up
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