Course Brief: Hospital Management Law and Regulatory Compliance in Bangladesh
Duration:
15 hours (3 days)
Target Participants:
Hospital administrators, medical directors, doctors, nurses, healthcare managers, regulatory officials, legal professionals, and NGO staff working in the health sector.
Course Purpose
This course is designed to strengthen the legal, regulatory, and administrative capacity of hospital stakeholders by providing a clear understanding of hospital governance, compliance requirements, patient rights, and institutional accountability in Bangladesh.
Key Objectives
- Introduce the legal and policy framework governing hospitals and healthcare services
- Strengthen hospital governance and management practices
- Ensure compliance with health laws, licensing requirements, and ethical standards
- Improve patient safety, accountability, and service quality
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the legal framework regulating hospitals in Bangladesh
- Identify roles and responsibilities of regulatory authorities and hospital management
- Ensure compliance with licensing, operational, and safety standards
- Apply principles of medical ethics and patient rights
- Manage legal risks including medical negligence and malpractice
Course Structure (Modules Overview)
- Healthcare System & Legal Framework – Structure, policies, and regulatory environment
- Hospital Establishment & Licensing – Registration, approval, and DGHS requirements
- Hospital Governance & Administration – Management structure and accountability
- Patient Rights & Medical Ethics – Consent, confidentiality, and ethical practice
- Medical Negligence & Liability – Legal responsibilities and dispute management
- Regulation of Drugs & Medical Services – Compliance with health and pharmaceutical laws
- Public Health Responsibilities – Disease control and emergency response obligations
- Digital Health & Compliance – Telemedicine, data protection, and modern regulations
Teaching Methods
- Lectures
- Case studies
- Group discussions
- Practical exercises and simulations