HIM 222
Knowledge Management in Health Information System
2 Unit(s) (LH 30)
Course Description
At the end of the course, the students shoulds be able to:
1. describe the history and current status of knowledge management;
2. describe the differences between information and knowledge;
3. explain key management issues consideration and influence of knowledge management of
change and organisational effectiveness; and
4. effectively participate in management operations and identify sources of knowledge for health
workers.
Course Outline
History, definition and current status of knowledge management. Differences between
information and knowledge. Key management issues consideration and influences of knowledge
management of change and organisational effectiveness. Planning staff consultancy and
participation in knowledge management. Skills requirements of knowledge management
operations and evaluation of knowledge management. Sources of knowledge to health workers.