Module Descriptors
KEY PRINCIPLES IN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
XHFD40112
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
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Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • PRESENTATION - INDIVIDUAL weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
A 15 minute poster presentation weighted at 100% addressing all LO's

Students will select one aspect of resource management and how this supports quality of healthcare. The poster should be A1 and must include reference to appropriate evidence.

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
Tutor and peer feedback through:
Action learning Sets
Student led seminars
Formative presentations

Tutor feedback through tutorials
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Access to work based activities through employment in health care setting
Module Learning Strategies
Contact Hours: (24)
12 hours lectures
6 hours Action Learning Sets
2 hours Student led seminars
2 hours formative presentations
2 hours tutorials

Independent Study Hours: (126)
12 hours Blackboard activities
36 hours Work based Learning
12 hours preparation for student led activities
30 hours reading
36 hours preparation for summative assessment
Module Resources
Access to IT facilities
Blackboard
Library
Module Texts
Armstrong, M. (2006) A Handbook of Resource Management Practice. London: Kogan Page
Darzi, A., (2008) High Quality Care for all: NHS Next Stage Review Final Report.HM Government
Department of Health publications available at http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/Publicationsandstatistics/DH_093440
DH/NHS Finance Performance and Operations, (2008) Operational Plans 2008/09 - 2010/11 (Implementing the 2008/09 Operating Framework. National Planning Guidance and "Vital Signs") London:DH
Iles, V. (2005) Really Managing Health Care. Oxford: Open University Press


Module Indicative Content
An understanding and appreciation of resource management both human and financial within the context of healthcare settings
An overview of the Commissioning process and the impact of `High Quality Care for all' on the delivery of health
An understanding of the policy context of the development of healthcare structures and the role of resource management
Introduction to the key concepts of human resource management
The role of financial management in the allocation of resources within health care
An understanding of Commissioning for Quality Innovation Scheme (CQINS)
An appreciation of Patient Reported Outcomes (PROMS)
Action learning in the development of role as reflective practitioner