We provide an introduction to decision analytic cost-effectiveness modelling, giving the theoretical and practical knowledge required to design and implement analyses that meet the methodological standards of health technology assessment organisations. The programme guides you through building a decision tree and a Markov model and, importantly, shows how the results of cost-effectiveness analyses are interpreted. Explanations of theory and methods are presented in bite-sized pieces that you can work through at your own pace.
Who should attend? This course is aimed at students, researchers, health care professionals and commissioners and those working in industry or a policy context who have an interest in economic evaluation in health. No previous experience or knowledge in this area is assumed but the course does require quantitative skills and some experience using MS Excel.
Only interested in the essentials? You have the option of attending Days 1-2 only for a clear, practical introduction to cost-effectiveness analysis in HTA. Ideal for those seeking a high-level understanding of HTA decision-making, evidence requirements, and the role of economic models, without the full technical depth. Includes hands-on exercises with simple decision tree models, giving you a solid foundation in how cost-effectiveness informs real-world health policy.
