UNIT I - Overview of Hospital Administration Distinction between Hospital and Industry, Challenges in Hospital Administration - Hospital Planning - Equipment Planning - Functional Planning. UNIT II - Human Resource Management in Hospital Principles of HRM - Functions of HRM - Profile of HRD Manager - Human Resource Inventory - Manpower Planning. UNIT III - Recruitment and Training Different Departments of Hospital, Recruitment, Selection, Training Guidelines - Methods of Training - Evaluation of Training - Leadership grooming and Training, Promotion - Transfer. UNIT IV - Supportive Services Medical Records Department - Central Sterilization and Supply Department - Pharmacy - Food Services - Laundry Services. UNIT V - Communication and Safety Aspects in Hospital Purposes - Planning of Communication, Modes of Communication - Telephone, ISDN, Public Address and Piped Music - CCTV. Security - Loss Prevention - Fire Safety - Alarm System - Safety Rules.