The Centre for Management Research in Healthcare and Healthcare Economics

Current research shows, that at present in Ireland, there is a clear policy emphasis on improving the effectiveness and quality of healthcare services and interventions and a drive to increase responsiveness to service users.  The Centre for Management Research in Healthcare and Healthcare Economics, School of Business, was established with a remit to conduct and disseminate research in this previously underrepresented area in an Irish context.  

Since its inception, the Centre has benefited from a collaborative partnership with the South-Eastern branch of the Health Services Executive (HSESE), which has facilitated both the joint identification of key research priorities and access to research sites where appropriate. A unique facet of the Centre is its multidisciplinary membership, which is reflected in its broad range of research activities.   In addition, members of the Centre have co-ordinated research skills training programmes, which have been delivered in hospitals in the region, and have advised internal hospital committees on aspects of strategy and implementation.

If you would like further information on the Centre’s activities, please contact:

Dr Tom O’Toole Head of School of Business Tel: +353 51 302025 Email: totoole@wit.ie	Dr Sheila O’Donohoe Course Leader MB in Internationalisation Tel: +353 51 302422 Email: sodonohoe@wit.ie
Dr Denis Harrington Head of Department of Graduate Business Tel: +353 51 302427 Email: dharrington@wit.ie	Graduate Business Office Tel: +353 51 302424 Email: graduatebusiness@wit.ie