MPV_INRP Internship/Research Project

Faculty of Economics and Administration
Spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/2/0. 9 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
Ing. Dagmar Špalková, Ph.D. (lecturer)
doc. Jakub Hlávka, Ph.D., M.A. (seminar tutor)
doc. Ing. Mgr. Jana Soukopová, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Eva Skočíková (assistant)
Guaranteed by
doc. Jakub Hlávka, Ph.D., M.A.
Department of Public Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration
Contact Person: Jana Biskupová
Supplier department: Department of Public Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration
Prerequisites
None
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Abstract
As part of an internship or research project, the student is expected to complete a project mentored by a professional in the healthcare sector or a researcher in health economics/policy and related fields. Students have the opportunity to choose their placement (which should be approved by the program director beforehand). They should seek a new experience to learn new skills beyond their current/past job experience, and one where they can apply their new skills. They will expected to present their findings and/or research product(s) at the end of the project/internship.
Learning outcomes
Students will apply new skills from the AHE program to:
- conduct supervised, high-quality professional work in the field of health economics, policy (or similar)
- report results in a concise way, be an effective team-player and openly receive constructive feedback
- solve problems and assist in project administration and management as needed - improve soft skills such as communication, active listening, time management, teamwork and critical thinking crucial in problem solving in healthcare organizations, with care providers or in policy making
Key topics
  • Students are asked to identify their placement for a research project or internship and get Program Director approval before starting.
  • The overall length should be an equivalent of 6 weeks of full-time work (30 days or 240 hours), of which at least 3 weeks (15 days, 120 days) should be conducted on site. The overall length of the project/internship can be longer. It can be paid/unpaid based on an agreement between the student and the mentor/sponsor.
  • The student should complete a simple project description of the primary focus and submit it to for review within 2 weeks of beginning the project. A final report is due within 2 weeks of project completion.
  • Students are encouraged to use this project/internship to hone professional skills related to their future career goals.
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
Practical mentored project.
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
Project Description 20%
Final Report 80%
Language of instruction
English
Further Comments
The course is taught annually.
The course is taught every week.
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