A Web-Based Course on Medical Technology Management Practice

Abstract

A distance education course on medical technology management practice was developed. The course presents a systematic approach in managing technology in the healthcare environment. This is an online Web-based course using the internet for delivery and communication. It provides a mean for the working professionals, without having to leave their home and workplace, to understand and analyze the issues pertaining to the acquisition, utilization and disposal of medical technology. This paper provides an overview of the contents of the course as well as the rationale behind the course development and the choice of the mode of delivery.