MPH2075

Health risk management and communication

(MED)

Dr G Savige and Dr M Sinclair

6 points + 2 contact hours per week + Second semester + Alfred

Synopsis: Assists in developing a knowledge base and rational processes required for risk decision making and risk management in the health arena. The subject includes: examination of risk assessment outcomes in different circumstances; risk management strategies using illustrative case studies in food, water and environmental safety; the principles and science of good risk management; overview of different regulatory frameworks; evolution of risk communication and different communication models using case studies.

Assessment: Assignments + Oral presentation + Examination