Introduction
This unit explores issues relating to diffusion of innovation, technology acceptance, and change management. Relevant theories relating to these areas are critically analysed. Strategies for successful implementation of technology are explored, including the identification of barriers to implementation. The diffusion of technology from the organisational and social context of health care is assessed. This includes the characteristics of health organisations and technology and the ways in which innovative individuals and organisations facilitate the successful introduction of health technology.
Summary
| Unit name | The Diffusion of Health Technology |
| Unit code | BAA634 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Tasmanian School of Business and Economics |
| Discipline | Australian Institute of Health Service Management |
| Coordinator | Doctor Sheree Lloyd |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Critically evaluate diffusion innovation, technology acceptance and change management theory, principles and practice in health technology in Australia.
- Assess the strategies for successful implementation of technology.
- Justify the adoption of a model for change management or technology adoption evaluation in the context of health technology implementation.
- Integrate technical and inquiry skills to written and verbal communication relating to diffusion or change management.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
CRH604Teaching
| Assessment | Media Release (25%)|Portfolio (35%)|Report (40%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Provided in the unit reading list on MyLO |
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| Recommended | Provided in the unit reading list on MyLO |
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