Policy choices and performance of healthcare systems in the face of Covid-19Lokar, Monica (Avtor) Durnik, Mitja (Mentor) Nikolić, Bruno (Komentor) zdravstveni sistemidobro upravljanjeCovid-19politične odločitvefinanciranje zdravstvakrizno upravljanjeHealthcare is an important component of societal well-being, as it includes both traditional health services and factors from economic sectors. Good governance plays a key role in healthcare systems, influencing decision-making and crisis management. This master's thesis describes the healthcare systems of Slovenia and Austria, examining their financing models, healthcare financing, accessibility, and policy choices during the Covid-19 pandemic. The research questions explore the standing points of each EU Member State’s healthcare system, Covid-19 outcomes, and the role of good governance. By using a mixed-methods approach, the study aims to contribute evidence-based policy solutions and highlight the importance of stakeholder engagement in governance. The main goals include detailed comparisons, analysis of political responses, evaluation of governance influence, and examination of healthcare outcomes. The master's thesis comprises seven chapters, discussing the significance, background information, healthcare models, methodologies, impact analysis, best practices, and concluding remarks. The findings suggest the Austrian healthcare system's superiority, emphasizing the need for ongoing research to deepen the understanding and address the limitations in healthcare policies and systems globally.[M. Lokar]20242024-10-03 16:10:02Magistrsko delo/naloga163189sl