This Book Deals With Programme Evaluation And Review Technique (Pert), An Integrated Methodology For Planning, Scheduling And Controlling Of Programmes And Projects, With Special Reference To A Service Sector Like Health And Familiy Welfare. The Time And Functional Relationship Between Different Tasks Of A Programme Or Project Are Explored Through The Development Of Pert Networks. It Treats Extensively The Estimation Of Different Types Of Resources Required, Their Costing And The Optimization Of Programme Costs And Programme Duration To Achieve Specified Objectives. The Development Of Information Systems For Monitoring And Control Of Programmes And Projects Based On Pert Is Discussed. The Methodologies Are Extensively Illustrated To Provide Insights Into Their Application. This Book Fills A Void In The Availability Of Such Literature On Modern Management Methods, Oriented Towards The Health And Family Welfare Sector. Its Emphasis Is On Providing Both Knowledge And Skills In The Use Of Pert Methodology For More Effective Management Of Programmes And Projects.

First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.

This essential resource shows how to effectively organize, implement, and evaluate health programs and projects. Managing Health Programs and Projects clearly defines and describes the work of managers in health programs and projects. The book explores the decision-making process, defines the process of communicating, probes the fundamentals of program planning, explains budgeting, covers staffing for programs and projects, and explains how leaders motivate participants in health programs and projects.

Learn how to effectively plan, implement, and evaluate health programs Health Program Management: From Development Through Evaluation, Second Edition is a practical and useful introduction to the management of health programs. While providing an overview of the current best practices in management, the textbook goes beyond simple management techniques, teaching students how to develop, lead, and evaluate their programs to ensure quality outcomes. The focus is on the three core management concepts of strategy, design, and leadership, but time is also devoted to describing facilitative management activities integral to successful programs. Students will learn techniques for communication, decision-making, quality assurance, marketing, and program evaluation within the structure of the book's program management model. Logically organized with a separate chapter for each activity, this resource provides a thorough, systematic overview of the effective development, implementation, and evaluation of health programs. Health Program Management: From Development Through Evaluation, Second Edition provides a comprehensive approach to management throughout all stages of a health program. Learn to develop a strategy that steers the program toward specific goals Discover how to design, market, and lead an effective health program Become familiar with the manager's role in a quality health program Evaluate potential and existing programs for performance and capability Students and aspiring managers and leaders preparing themselves for the challenges of managing health programs will find the information and techniques to develop the skills they need in Health Program Management: From Development Through Evaluation, Second Edition.