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MSc Healthcare Management - 12 months

The MSc Healthcare Management is a 12-month postgraduate degree tailored to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for leadership roles in the dynamic healthcare sector. This…

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Why enrol on this course?

The MSc Healthcare Management is a 12-month postgraduate degree tailored to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for leadership roles in the dynamic healthcare sector. This comprehensive course focuses on strategic management, hospital management, policy analysis, health economics, organisational behaviour, quality improvement, and research methods, offering a holistic education in the complexities and opportunities of the healthcare industry.\ <

About this course

MSc Healthcare Management is a comprehensive 12-month programme that equips you with the skills and knowledge to lead and transform healthcare services. Through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, you will develop a deep understanding of the healthcare sector, including its complexities and opportunities.\ This programme is designed for those with a passion for delivering high-quality care and services, and you will gain a unique blend of hospital management, policy, leadership, and research skills. Upon completion, you will be well-positioned to pursue exciting careers in management, administration, and consultancy roles within the public, private, and voluntary sectors.\
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Key Learning Outcomes:

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  • Critical analysis and decision making in healthcare management
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  • Understanding of financial management within the healthcare sector
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  • Ability to lead healthcare teams effectively
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  • Understanding of health economics and policy analysis
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  • Ability to conduct research and evaluate data in healthcare management
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Who is this course for?

The ideal candidate for our MSc Healthcare Management is a current or aspiring healthcare professional in the UK, ready to move into a leadership role. This programme is suitable for professionals with at least two years of experience in various roles within the healthcare sector, including:\
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  • Clinicians: Doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and other clinical staff
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  • Administrators: Hospital administrators, healthcare facility managers, and health service executives
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  • Policy makers: Government officials, public health experts, and health policy analysts
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  • Researchers: Health researchers, medical scientists, and epidemiologists
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  • Consultants: Healthcare consultants, management consultants, and strategy consultants in the healthcare sector
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Why this course?

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Course information

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

  • 12 Months
  • 18 Months
Course delivery

Online

Entry requirements
  • A Level 6 diploma or certificate, or a Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification.
  • OR Candidates with over 5 years of professional experience are invited to apply and fast-track their career growth.
  • AND Minimum age of 21 years.
* International applicants and qualifications are accepted.
Course content
• Healthcare Systems and Policy
• Healthcare Economics and Finance
• Strategic Leadership and Organizational Behavior
• Healthcare Quality and Performance Management
• Health Informatics and Data Analytics
• Healthcare Operations Management
• Financial Management in Healthcare
• Human Resource Management for Health Professionals
• Health Law, Ethics, and Risk Management
Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission.

Fee structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

  • 12 Months — Accelerated mode @ GBP £7700
  • 18 Months — Standard mode @ GBP £6700
Fee payment plans

The programme offers the following fee payment plans:

12 Months programme

● Payment option (a) - GBP £770 x 10 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b) - GBP £2566 x 3 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (c) - GBP £3850 x 2 half yearly instalments

18 Months programme

● Payment option (a) - GBP £478 x 14 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b) - GBP £1340 x 5 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (c) - GBP £2233 x 3 half yearly instalments
Accreditation

Total Credits: 180 Credits (Stage 1 + Stage 2)

Stage 1
The programme involves delivery through on-line Learning Management System (LMS). This stage leads to award of Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management. The total credits earned will be 120 credits.

Stage 2
On completion of the diploma programme you progress / Top up with Degree through a UK University for progression to the MSc Health and Social Care Management degree. Total cr

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