Where to study health management

In the Bachelor’s program Social, Health & Public Management, you will acquire social, legal, business, and management related competencies to be able to contribute responsibly to private and public organisations as well as companies dedicated to significant community-related issues.

These skills encompass areas such as organisational development and leadership, personnel management, sustainability, process management, as well as intercultural competencies to address national and international challenges in governmental and non-governmental collaborations. Additionally, topics such as poverty alleviation, equal opportunities, homelessness, digitisation, eGovernance, eHealth, health literacy, public health, prevention, and healthcare systems are covered.

Furthermore, there is a close connection to practice and relevant stakeholders in social, health, and public management. Throughout the entire program, you will benefit from a variety of internal and external lecturers who bring their expertise and experiences into teaching.

Language
German

Time model
Full-time, job-friendly, online option in the first and third year of study

Tuition fee
€363.36 per semester for EU & EEA citizens*, plus membership fee for the Austrian Students’ Union (ÖH)

More information at: Social, Health & Public Management Bachelor – MCI Innsbruck

University entrance qualification or relevant professional qualification with additional exams.

The International Health & Social Management program combines aspects of health and social services with the fundamentals of economics, political sciences, and international management. The program – taught entirely in English – is designed to meet the growing demand for qualified experts and addresses the future synergies of international cooperation in the global health and social sectors.

You can look forward to experiencing a unique curriculum that aims to bridge health and social services with essential foundations in economics, political sciences, and international management. With the emphasis on practical relevance and international values, the program sets out to equip you with a holistic view of the social and healthcare landscapes and prompt them to navigate the complexities of diverse systems through international case studies or real-world scenarios.

Through carefully curated learning experiences, students continue to develop and hone their 21st Century skills, as well as research-oriented competences. To top things off, each semester features distinctive electives that facilitate students’ desire to specialise in different subject areas and create their own customised learning experience aligned with their interest, passion and career goals.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time

Tuition fee
€363.36 per semester for EU & EEA citizens*, plus membership fee for the Austrian Students’ Union (ÖH)

Optional Double Degree from the University of Economics, Prague

More information at: International Health master’s program – MCI Innsbruck

Bachelor or equivalent degree in relevant studies or studies comprising a certain level of relevant ECTS points.

Academic degree | relevant professional qualification

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Health and Sustainability Communication and Management (HSCM) doctoral programme at the University of Klagenfurt is an interdisciplinary research programme combining health, management, communication, sustainability and social responsibility.

The programme develops advanced research and analytical competencies while enabling doctoral candidates to investigate socially relevant questions related to healthcare management and communication, public health, organisational management, sustainability and science communication. A particular focus is placed on translating scientific knowledge into practice within healthcare organisations, companies and society.

Research within HSCM is organised around several interdisciplinary areas, including:

• Health Communication and Management
• Communicative Health Management
• Mental and Behavioural Health
• Public health interventions and implementation science
• Occupational Health, Safety and Well-being
• Workplace health management
• Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility
• Management of Sustainability and Social Responsibility
• Science Communication and Management

Potential health-related research topics include patient-oriented healthcare, patient satisfaction, preventive healthcare, public-health interventions, implementation science, workplace health management and organisational approaches to health and wellbeing.

Doctoral candidates receive advanced training in qualitative and quantitative research methods and participate in an annual Interaction Workshop, where they present and discuss the progress of their dissertation research with faculty and fellow doctoral researchers. The programme also develops competencies in academic publishing, research funding, proposal development and career planning.

HSCM also collaborates with KABEG, the State Hospital Operating Association in Carinthia, which manages several regional hospitals. Some research projects within the doctoral programme are conducted in cooperation with KABEG, providing an additional connection between academic research and healthcare organisations.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time doctoral study

Delivery format
Research-based / In person, Klagenfurt

Fees: Standard University of Klagenfurt doctoral tuition fees apply. Participation in HSCM itself is not associated with separate programme funding.

Doctoral Programme in Health and Sustainability Communication and Management (HSCM

Admission takes place in several stages.

Applicants must first identify potential supervisors from the HSCM faculty and submit an application including:

• Detailed CV
• Previous degree certificates
• Motivation letter
• Intended doctoral degree
• Two potential supervisors
• Two potential dissertation topics, including a title and brief description

Following preliminary acceptance by a potential supervisor, candidates must obtain formal admission to the relevant doctoral degree programme at the University of Klagenfurt. Once admitted, they can request enrolment in the thematic HSCM programme.

The master is a collaboration between Ghent University, Catholic University of Leuven, Hasselt University, Vrije Universiteit Brussel and Antwerp University. In line with the interdisciplinary character of this course, the lecturers and teachers involved in this Master form a unique interdisciplinary mix to deal with the current Global Health issues and challenges.

The programme aims to create a community of global health professionals recognised for their ability to contribute to achieving healthy lives and well-being for all as well as health equity worldwide. These professionals collaborate with and build bridges between people from different backgrounds in order to find solutions for today’s and tomorrow’s global health challenges.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time

Tuition fee
The tuition fee for one year (60 ECTS) is €5,369 [subject to indexation]

More information at: Master Global Health

The master is open to:

• Holders of an appropriate Belgian master degree (ManaBa)
• Holders of a foreign university master degree or higher education master diploma

The Master in Management and Policy of Health Care offers a high-quality and specialised programme to students who aspire to a managerial and guiding career in healthcare. The programme aims to familiarise students with and learn to function within the complexity of the healthcare system. In a first phase, students will acquire the necessary knowledge about the concepts and methods of healthcare management and policy. Then students will learn to update this knowledge and apply it in concrete situations.

The programme offers a broad perspective by not only studying the Belgian healthcare system, but also paying ample attention to policy and management developments at the international level. The education is supported by scientific research on healthcare management and policy within and outside the centre, in collaboration with other research groups in the Netherlands and abroad.

Language
Dutch

Time model
Full-time

More information at: Master in het management en het beleid van de gezondheidszorg (programma voor studenten gestart in 2025-2026 of later) (Leuven) | KU Leuven

Direct entry is possible from the following programmes:

• Students with a master’s degree can enrol directly
• Bachelor of Economics
• Bachelor of Applied Economics
• Bachelor of Political and Social Sciences

It is not possible at KU Leuven to start the master’s in management and policy of healthcare with another bachelor’s degree.

The Master’s in Health Management is a multidisciplinary programme designed to prepare professionals for leadership, administrative and management roles across the healthcare sector. The curriculum combines healthcare, management, economics, law and social sciences to provide a comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems and organisational management. Students develop the knowledge and practical competencies required to analyse organisational challenges, support strategic decision-making and manage healthcare services effectively. Teaching combines lectures, case studies, problem-solving exercises, teamwork, research projects and interaction with experienced healthcare professionals. The programme also offers the possibility to attend lectures online, providing greater flexibility for working professionals. Graduates are equipped for management, consultancy and leadership positions in healthcare organisations, public institutions and related sectors.

Language
Bulgarian

Time model
Part-time (with online attendance available)

More information at: Прием Специалности

Bachelor’s degree in Health Management (2-semester pathway) or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in another discipline (3-semester pathway).

The Master’s in Health Management and Medico-Social Care prepares highly qualified professionals for managerial and administrative positions across the healthcare and medico-social care sectors. The programme integrates medical, social and management sciences, enabling students to understand the complex relationship between healthcare delivery and social care services. Through lectures, discussions, case studies, practical projects and engagement with practitioners, participants develop strategic, organisational and leadership skills applicable to a wide range of healthcare and social care settings. The multidisciplinary curriculum prepares graduates to lead organisations, contribute to service development and quality improvement, and undertake consultancy and expert roles within integrated health and social care systems.

Language
Bulgarian

Time model
Part-time (with online attendance available)

More information at: Прием Специалности

Completed higher education (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent).

The Master’s in Health Care Management is designed to develop advanced competencies in healthcare leadership, management and professional education. The programme prepares graduates to manage healthcare services and nursing practice while also developing pedagogical skills for teaching within higher education and professional training. The curriculum combines theoretical study with practical application, focusing on healthcare management, leadership, organisational development and educational practice. Students have the opportunity to attend lectures online and complete the programme through either a state examination or the defence of a Master’s thesis. Graduates are qualified to assume leadership positions in medical, healthcare and social care institutions, as well as teaching and academic roles in nursing and midwifery education.

Language
Bulgarian

Time model
Part-time (with online attendance available)

More information at: Прием Специалности

Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Management (2-semester pathway) or Bachelor’s degree in another discipline (3-semester pathway).

University Bachelor’s degree

University of applied sciences Bachelor’s degree

Foreign Bachelor’s degree

University Bachelor’s degree

University of applied sciences Bachelor’s degree

Foreign Bachelor’s degree

Applicants may hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in fields such as sociology, political science, law, economics, management, education sciences, history, literature or philosophy.

Applicants with qualifications in health and social care, health sciences or related areas are also eligible, as are medical and pharmacy students, nursing students and other healthcare professionals.

The programme is also open to professionals wishing to transition into public health who hold an appropriate degree or whose previous professional experience has been validated for admission to Master’s-level study.

Selection is based on the applicant’s file, including a detailed CV, motivation letter and academic results.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master 2 in Public Health, “Administration of Public Health Policies and Programmes” pathway, is jointly delivered by EHESP School of Public Health, the University of Rennes and Rennes 2 University. The programme focuses on contemporary developments in health and social policies while providing students with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage, coordinate and evaluate public health programmes and projects.

The programme combines multidisciplinary academic knowledge, including sociology, political science, epidemiology, social marketing and management science, with professional practice. Teaching uses theoretical approaches alongside case studies and practical applications of data collection, project management and evaluation methodologies.

The curriculum covers interdisciplinary approaches to health systems, health monitoring, social and health policies in France and Europe, public health project management, territorial diagnosis in environmental health, public policy instruments, financial management of healthcare institutions and public health programmes, and the evaluation of public health policies and programmes. A substantial professional placement is also an integral part of the programme.

The programme corresponds to 60 ECTS credits and represents the second year (Master 2) of a Master’s degree in Public Health.

Competence Objectives

The programme aims to prepare students to manage and coordinate public health and social care programmes within complex institutional and regional environments. Students develop the ability to analyse transformations in healthcare systems and social policies, identify population needs, assess policies and understand interactions between institutional, professional and regional stakeholders.

Graduates are expected to be able to use information systems and qualitative and quantitative data to monitor and evaluate health interventions; formulate strategies and establish objectives and priorities; identify the resources required to implement public health projects; and develop innovative approaches to the monitoring and evaluation of public health and social cohesion programmes.

The programme prepares graduates for management, coordination, evaluation and consultancy roles. Potential career paths include health or medical-social facility manager, department manager, programme or healthcare network manager, project lead, public health policy or programme evaluator, city-hospital network coordinator, junior public health consultant and research officer. Graduates may also continue to doctoral studies.

Language
French

Time & Teaching Model
The programme has a strong professional orientation and follows a work-study model. Students initially undertake six weeks of classes from September to October, followed by approximately one week of classes per month until June. Between teaching periods, students complete their professional placement.

The programme includes 518 hours of teaching and assessment, primarily delivered in person, as well as 115 hours of scheduled personal study. The professional placement ranges from 700 hours (20 weeks) to 924 hours. Apprentices follow a specific model combining training with extensive time in the workplace.

Fees
For international students from outside the European Union, the differentiated tuition fee is €3,879.

More information: Master in Administration of Public Health Policies and Programmes | EHESP

The programme is open to students who have successfully completed the first year of a Master’s degree in Public Health at the University of Rennes and EHESP, or more generally a relevant Master 1 in fields such as public health, social sciences or law.

It is also open to professionals undertaking continuing education who already hold a Master 1 or Master 2 qualification and wish to develop their public health knowledge and skills. Candidates who have completed the second cycle of medical studies and have an understanding of the social dimensions of health policies may also apply.

Selection is based on the application file, including a detailed CV and motivation letter outlining the candidate’s professional project. Some shortlisted applicants may also be invited to a telephone interview with the programme manager.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Healthcare Manager MSc at Semmelweis University is a postgraduate programme designed to prepare professionals for management and leadership roles within healthcare organisations and health systems.

The programme combines knowledge from health sciences, management, economics and organisational studies, providing students with the competencies needed to understand and address the complex managerial challenges facing contemporary healthcare. Particular emphasis is placed on improving the effectiveness, efficiency, quality and safety of healthcare delivery, as well as supporting organisational development and innovation.

The curriculum covers key areas of healthcare management, including health economics, health policy, strategic management, organisational behaviour, human resource management, financial management, quality management, healthcare law, health informatics and decision-making. Students develop both analytical and practical management skills that can be applied within hospitals, healthcare providers, public institutions and other organisations operating in the health sector.

The programme is particularly suited to healthcare professionals and managers who wish to continue working while studying. Teaching is organised in intensive blocks, with four teaching weeks per semester. Each teaching week consists of five consecutive weekdays of classes.

Language
Hungarian

Time model
Part-time / block-based study designed for working professionals

Delivery format
In person

Fees
586,000 HUF per semester

More information: Healthcare Manager MSc | Semmelweis University

The programme is open to applicants with a recognised Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

Applicants from certain relevant academic backgrounds may be admitted directly, while those from other disciplines may be required to demonstrate that they have completed sufficient previous coursework in areas relevant to the programme.

Completed in one year full-time or two years part-time, the MSc in Health Policy and Management equips learners with essential knowledge, skills and tools for understanding, researching and working in complex and changing health and social care systems and services nationally and internationally. From reforming and managing health systems, to implementing organisational, technological and digital innovations to improve population health and reduce inequalities, course participants acquire a detailed theoretical and practical understanding of major health system challenges and developments – and how to address them.

The MSc in Health Policy and Management is taught through an interdisciplinary curriculum underpinned by the principle of evidence-informed policy and practice, with high levels of student participation and peer-learning. This unique MSc is suitable for professionals (e.g. medicine, nursing, allied health professions, management, public administration) and health and social sciences graduates. Participants learn and develop core competencies across subjects including population health management, health policy, health economics, comparative systems, integrated care, and managing people and change. Central to all is translating and implementing research evidence and knowledge for policy and practice, which is threaded throughout the modules as well as being a specific module.

Course participants progress by learning with a core multidisciplinary health and social sciences academic team based in Trinity College Dublin that have an established and highly regarded track record in health policy, economics, systems and management. Course participants also engage with and learn from leading policymakers and senior health system managers across public and private sectors through guest lectures. As part of this vibrant community of practice, course participants will expand their knowledge and network through participation at seminars, conferences and other events organised at the Centre for Health Policy and Management and the Discipline of Public Health and Primary Care, School of Medicine at Trinity College Dublin.

More information can be found at: https://www.tcd.ie/medicine/health-policy-and-management/postgraduate/msc-health-policy-and-management/ 

• Hold at least a 2.1 honours undergraduate degree or above:
• • From an Irish university or equivalent result from a university in another country;
  • In a related professional or academic discipline (e.g. medicine, nursing, allied health professions, management, social sciences or health sciences among others).
• Demonstrate evidence of professional or/and academic experience.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master of International Healthcare Management, Economics and Policy (MIHMEP) at SDA Bocconi is a one-year, full-time international programme designed to prepare professionals for management, policy, economics and leadership roles across the healthcare sector.

The programme combines healthcare management, health economics, health policy and public health, providing students with both managerial expertise and an understanding of the economic and policy environments in which healthcare organisations operate. It takes an international perspective and addresses healthcare across the public and private sectors, including healthcare providers, government institutions, international organisations, NGOs, pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, and consulting organisations.

The programme begins with core courses providing fundamental knowledge and skills in healthcare management, economics and policy. Students subsequently select one of three specialisations:

• Global Health & Development
• Healthcare Management
• Pharmaceutical & Medical Technology

The programme consists of three academic terms combining core and specialised courses, followed by an internship of three to six months within a healthcare organisation, public institution or private company in Italy or abroad. Students also participate in a study tour, providing exposure to healthcare organisations and professionals in different contexts.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time

Delivery format
In person

Fees
€30,000. An additional €120 application fee applies.

More information: MIHMEP | SDA Bocconi School of Management

Applicants must hold a university degree in any discipline. SDA Bocconi welcomes candidates from diverse academic, cultural and professional backgrounds, with professional experience forming part of the overall assessment.

The selection process requires:

• University degree certificate and academic transcript
• Detailed CV and professional experience
• Proficiency in English
• GMAT, GRE or SDA Test
• Two references
• Interview

English proficiency may be demonstrated through qualifications such as TOEFL, IELTS, CPE or PTE Academic.

Applications are assessed holistically, taking into consideration academic and professional experience, motivation, skills and leadership potential.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master in Management per la Sanità (MiMS) at SDA Bocconi is an intensive postgraduate programme designed to develop management and leadership competencies specifically for the healthcare sector.

The programme focuses on the managerial challenges facing healthcare organisations and provides participants with the knowledge and tools required to manage services, resources, professionals and organisational change within complex health systems. It combines management education with a strong understanding of the distinctive characteristics of healthcare organisations and the broader institutional environment in which they operate.

The curriculum addresses key areas including healthcare organisation and management, strategy, accounting and performance management, health economics, human resource management, operations, digital transformation, innovation and healthcare policy. Particular attention is given to applying managerial tools to real healthcare settings and developing practical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Teaching combines classroom learning with case studies, simulations, group projects, interaction with healthcare professionals and organisations, and field-based experiences. The programme also includes opportunities for participants to work directly on managerial challenges drawn from healthcare organisations.

MiMS is particularly suited to graduates and young professionals seeking careers in hospitals and healthcare providers, health authorities, public healthcare institutions, consulting, pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, and other organisations operating within the healthcare sector.

Language
Italian

Time model
Full-time

Delivery format
In person

Fees
€18,000

More information: Master in Management per la Sanità (MiMS) | SDA Bocconi

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent university qualification.

The programme welcomes candidates from different academic backgrounds who are interested in developing a career in healthcare management. Selection considers candidates’ academic profile, professional experience, motivation and potential.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Executive Master in Management delle Aziende Sanitarie e Socio-Assistenziali (EMMAS) at SDA Bocconi is an advanced executive programme designed for experienced professionals seeking to strengthen their management and leadership capabilities in healthcare and social care organisations.

The programme addresses the evolving challenges facing health and social care systems, combining management knowledge with practical tools for understanding and leading organisational transformation. It is particularly aimed at managers, executives, professionals and consultants working across public and private healthcare and social care settings.

The curriculum covers a comprehensive range of healthcare management topics, including healthcare systems, strategy and organisational design, financial and performance management, human resources, process and operations management, healthcare marketing and patient engagement, strategic planning, digital transformation, procurement, public-private partnerships, leadership and teamwork. Participants can also select elective courses addressing contemporary issues such as health system sustainability and resilience, patient-centred care and emerging trends in health and social care.

The programme has a strong practical orientation and combines classroom teaching with case studies, simulations, workshops, distance-learning sessions, leadership coaching and group field projects. Participants also undertake a company visit and a European study tour exploring international healthcare management practices.

EMMAS is specifically structured to allow participants to continue working while studying, with approximately four classroom days per month over the 12-month programme.

Language
Italian

Time model
Part-time / Executive

Delivery format
Primarily in person, with complementary distance-learning activities

Fees
€25,000 (excluding VAT)

More information: EMMAS Executive Master | SDA Bocconi

EMMAS is designed for professionals with substantial experience in the healthcare and social care sectors. Participants typically include managers, executives, healthcare professionals and consultants seeking to advance into higher-level management and leadership positions.

The current class profile reflects the senior nature of the programme, with participants having approximately 14–15 years of professional experience on average.

Applicants are required to submit an online application together with a detailed CV and university degree certificate. The selection process also includes the SDA Test and an interview.

The environment in which healthcare organisations are currently operating is increasingly characterised by turbulence and complexity. Many healthcare systems around the world are urged to change considering new epidemiological trends, of economic crises, and of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Moreover, to meet the needs of aging, multi-pathological and chronic patients, yet pursuing the unquestionable need of remaining sustainable, healthcare systems must necessarily prioritise digitalisation processes. This is key to provide health services in effective ways, although within appropriate settings (including patients’ homes). Public health systems and the life sciences industry are today a single ecosystem that need new managerial profiles to ensure sustainability and development. Consequently, healthcare managers need a multi-faceted set of new skills to address these challenges successfully. Developing them in an international program sharpens the ability to learn from different experiences and to contextualize or adapt successful strategies to
one’s own reality.

Main goals

With this Master participants will be able to:

• improve their managerial competencies in the healthcare management field
• develop state of the art knowledge of current trends in health care systems and hospital governance
• understand the role of all the stakeholders of the healthcare system (including patients and citizens, different providers of care, life sciences industry), as well as how they may evolve in the future
• learn how to drive technological innovation effectively
• learn more about best practices and emerging trends in different countries around the world
• develop practical skills by implementing theoretical knowledge in concrete case studies and/or in an internship
• develop research skills to carry out research or to use it effectively in decision-making processes
• build a strong international network with colleagues from other countries.

Topics and Teaching Methods

The Master is structured around five modules:

1. Understanding healthcare systems
2. Facing organisational and managerial challenges
3. Driving technological innovation
4. Life sciences and biotechnology
5. Implementing research in healthcare.

The Master course is organised around a mixed/
blended approach and can be followed either online or in presence. Physical presence in Rome is highly recommended for some activities, to strengthen the efficacy of flipped activities and to build a strong network.
All lectures are run in English.

The Master is addressed to professionals currently working in the healthcare sector and aiming at reaching middle or top management positions. The Master is open to professionals with different backgrounds, working in healthcare organisations, hospitals, governmental institutions, bio-tech industries, pharma industries or in any setting directly or indirectly involved in the provision of health services.

The fee of the Master is €10.000. Participants must arrange for their own travel and housing. Applications must be submitted through the application form available on the website: http://altems.unicatt.it

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master’s Degree in Management of Healthcare Organisations and the Health Sector (MASS) is a two-year programme designed to prepare professionals for management roles across healthcare organisations, regulatory bodies and the wider health industry.

The programme combines business and management competencies with an understanding of the institutional, economic and organisational characteristics of healthcare. It prepares graduates for roles within public and private healthcare and social care organisations, health system planning agencies and regulatory bodies, as well as pharmaceutical and biomedical companies, health insurers and consulting firms.

During the first year, students develop a multidisciplinary foundation through courses covering public health and healthcare systems, governance and leadership, healthcare management, strategy and performance management, healthcare workforce management and law, quantitative methods for healthcare decision-making, and the evaluation of health policies and programmes.

In the second year, students choose between two specialised pathways:

• Health Sector Industry and Enterprises
• Public and Private Healthcare Organisations, Agencies and Regulatory Bodies

Depending on the pathway selected, students can explore areas including healthcare financing, innovation management, Health Technology Assessment and pharmacoeconomics, market access, product management, healthcare marketing, accounting, operations management and organisational wellbeing.

The programme therefore combines strategic and organisational management with sector-specific competencies, preparing students to address the managerial, economic and policy challenges affecting contemporary healthcare systems. Students complete the degree with a final Master’s thesis worth 15 ECTS.

Language
Italian

Time model
Full-time

Delivery format
In person, Milan

Degree classification: LM-77 – Economic and Business Sciences

Fees

As MASS is a standard Master’s degree at the public University of Milan, it does not have a single fixed tuition fee.

For the 2026–2027 academic year, tuition consists of:

• First instalment: €146, comprising the €130 regional right-to-study tax and €16 stamp duty.
• A second instalment calculated according to the student’s financial situation (ISEE Università), programme and enrolment status.

Students within the standard study period, or up to one year beyond it, with an ISEE Università of €30,000 or less do not pay the second instalment. Full and partial tuition exemptions are also available according to individual circumstances. University of Milan

International students may be subject to different contribution calculations depending on residence, nationality and financial documentation.

Applicants holding an Italian Bachelor’s degree in one of the following degree classes are eligible for admission, subject to assessment:

• Administration and Organisation Sciences (L-16)
• Economics and Business Management (L-18)
• Economics (L-33)
• Political Science and International Relations (L-36)
• Social Sciences for Cooperation, Development and Peace (L-37)
• Statistics (L-41)

Applicants from other academic backgrounds may also be admitted provided they have acquired at least 24 ECTS in specified relevant subject areas. Equivalent foreign qualifications may be considered for admission.

The admissions assessment also considers the applicant’s academic record, CV and motivation. Relevant academic, professional or training experience in the healthcare or social care sector is specifically taken into consideration.

This Master’s programme is aimed at anyone seeking professionalization in order to take on leadership roles within healthcare and social-healthcare organisations. It is also designed for those who currently perform, or intend to perform, planning and control activities, and more generally, administrative and managerial support in healthcare. Specifically, the Master’s is addressed to individuals wishing to undertake a specialised training pathway focused on healthcare management control topics. This does not preclude the participation of other professionals (e.g., clinicians, legal experts, etc.) who wish to develop these skills to step into managerial positions within public and private healthcare companies.

Language
Italian

More information at: [MS061] MANAGEMENT E PERFORMANCE IN SANITA’ | Università degli Studi di Messina

A Master’s Degree (or equivalent second-cycle degree) is required to apply.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Professional Master in Health Economics and Management at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice is a postgraduate programme designed to develop advanced knowledge and competencies in the organisation, management and planning of healthcare services and systems.

The programme responds to the managerial needs of the healthcare sector by providing participants with the skills required to understand and manage the different variables affecting health systems and healthcare organisations. It particularly focuses on the knowledge and competencies needed to manage public and private healthcare authorities, organisations and facilities, combining healthcare-specific expertise with economic and managerial perspectives.

The programme combines academic learning with substantial practical experience. It comprises 1,500 hours of study, including 476 hours of learning activities and a 325-hour internship, enabling participants to apply their knowledge within professional settings.

Teaching is organised in a format designed to accommodate working professionals, with classes taking place primarily on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The programme requires at least 70% attendance.

Language
Italian

Time model
Part-time | Weekend format

Delivery format
Blended learning, combining online and classroom-based teaching in Venice

Fees: €7,500

More information: Professional Master in Health Economics and Management | AlmaLaurea

Applicants must hold a second-cycle university degree (Laurea Magistrale/Specialistica or equivalent).

The programme accepts applicants with relevant academic backgrounds including:

• Health and pharmacy
• Economics
• Natural sciences
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Statistics

Knowledge of English is also required, although the programme itself is delivered in Italian.

Admission is based on an assessment of the candidate’s CV and academic qualifications, with an interview in person or by videoconference potentially forming part of the selection process. The selection committee considers applicants’ previous education, professional experience, knowledge relevant to the Master’s subject areas and motivation.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master in Health Management at Rīga Stradiņš University is a two-year programme designed to prepare highly qualified professionals for management, policy and leadership roles within healthcare systems and organisations.

The programme combines contemporary approaches from healthcare and management sciences, providing students with the knowledge and practical skills required to contribute to healthcare policy development, strategic planning, financial and human resource management, health economics and the development of healthcare organisations and systems.

During the first year, students build a foundation in public health and healthcare management, alongside subjects including health economics, legal aspects of health management, financial management, healthcare leadership, performance management and health technology assessment.

The second year develops competencies in areas such as healthcare communication and marketing and project management. Students also undertake a four-week professional placement within a healthcare organisation, allowing them to apply their knowledge to a real-world project. As an alternative to the placement, students may participate in the International Summer School Riga.

In the third semester, students select one of three optional modules:

• Economic Modelling in Health Care
• Digital Health
• Entrepreneurship, Management and Administration of Healthcare Organisations

The programme concludes with the preparation and defence of a Master’s thesis. Teaching combines lectures, practical classes, group work, case analysis, interactive discussions and guest lectures from healthcare professionals, with a strong emphasis on applying management theory to practical healthcare challenges.

Language
English; Latvian

Time model
Full-time

Delivery format
In person, Riga

Fees
€4,500 per year

More information: Master in Health Management | Rīga Stradiņš University

Applicants must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas:

• Social sciences
• Medicine
• Healthcare
• Medical engineering

Applicants must also provide documentation demonstrating English-language proficiency.

Evidence of previous scientific activity, such as publications in peer-reviewed journals or presentations at scientific conferences, may be submitted where available. Previous professional experience in health management may also be documented in the applicant’s CV, although the programme page lists these elements as applicable rather than universal requirements.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master of Science in Health Systems Management and Leadership at the University of Malta is designed to develop the management and leadership competencies required to successfully lead healthcare organisations and health systems.

The programme recognises the increasing complexity of healthcare organisations and combines theoretical foundations in management and leadership with their practical application. Rather than focusing on a single specialised area, it provides students with a broad understanding of the disciplines relevant to contemporary health systems management, healthcare leadership and organisational decision-making.

The curriculum covers key areas including health systems design, organisational behaviour, human resources management, operations management, financial management, health economics, governance, performance management, quality management, patient safety and health policy development and implementation. Students also develop competencies in research methods, epidemiology and statistics.

The programme has a strong practical and interdisciplinary orientation. Teaching combines lectures, tutorials, group work, seminars, discussions, case studies, fieldwork and research-based activities. Students benefit from interaction with experienced healthcare executives, visiting experts and guest lecturers from Malta and abroad. The programme particularly draws on the professional experience of its students to connect academic learning with real healthcare management challenges.

Students complete a 30 ECTS dissertation, allowing them to undertake independent research on a topic relevant to health systems management and leadership. Graduates develop the skills required to analyse stakeholder needs, formulate health system strategies, manage organisational change and support sustainable and resilient healthcare delivery.

Language
English

Time model
Part-time, evening

Fees

Non-EU students: €13,400 total

This is divided into:

• Year 1: €6,700
• Year 2: €6,700

More information: MSc Health Systems Management and Leadership | University of Malta

Applicants must hold either:

• A Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Honours in an area considered suitable by the Faculty Board; or
• Another university degree considered comparable by the University.

Depending on the applicant’s professional background, candidates may also be required to provide evidence of professional registration or a licence to practise, as well as relevant work experience following registration. Any minimum professional experience requirement is specified in the relevant call for applications.

International applicants must also satisfy the University of Malta’s applicable English-language requirements.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The MSc Health Care Management at Erasmus University Rotterdam prepares students to address complex management and organisational challenges within healthcare systems. The programme combines insights from business administration, policy sciences and socio-medical sciences, enabling students to analyse healthcare organisations and management issues from multiple theoretical and practical perspectives.

The programme develops competencies in areas including strategic and financial management, organisational management, negotiation, stakeholder management and healthcare service delivery. Students learn to assess complex healthcare challenges, balance different stakeholder interests and translate academic knowledge into effective management strategies.

Teaching combines different educational approaches, including lectures, interactive learning, practical assignments, a serious game and Master Cafés, where students engage with experts on international healthcare management topics. The programme places particular emphasis on developing independent analytical, reflective and professional skills applicable to both healthcare practice and academic settings.

The curriculum consists of six compulsory courses, two electives and a Master’s thesis. Students can use their elective component to further specialise according to their interests, and an internship can be undertaken instead of an elective course to gain practical healthcare management experience. The Master’s thesis accounts for 20 EC.

Graduates pursue careers in organisations including hospitals, ministries of health, governmental institutions, healthcare organisations and consultancy firms.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time

Delivery format
In person, Rotterdam

Fees

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a research university in a relevant discipline.

Relevant backgrounds include:

• Health Sciences / Health Policy and Management
• Medicine
• Medical Informatics
• Public Health
• Business Administration
• Economics
• Health and Society
• Organisational Sciences
• Policy Sciences

Applicants with comparable degrees or sufficient previous coursework in healthcare management, healthcare systems, organisation or general management may also be considered individually by the Admissions Committee. Erasmus University Rotterdam

Applicants must also demonstrate the required mathematics proficiency and English-language proficiency. For example, the English requirement can be met with IELTS 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 in each component, or an accepted equivalent qualification. Exemptions apply in certain circumstances.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The MSc Healthcare Policy, Innovation and Management at Maastricht University prepares students to address complex challenges facing contemporary healthcare systems. The programme focuses on developing innovative solutions, organising and managing health services, and leading transformations towards sustainable, equitable and future-oriented healthcare.

The competency-based curriculum combines healthcare management and organisation, health economics, financing, policy and governance. Students examine healthcare challenges at both the organisational and health-system levels, developing the knowledge and skills required to manage healthcare organisations and contribute to policy and system transformation.

A distinctive feature of the programme is its organisation around seven Authentic Professional Tasks, which replicate complex activities undertaken by healthcare professionals. These include improving processes within healthcare organisations, strategically managing health services, analysing the economic context of healthcare innovation, developing health policy, designing future healthcare delivery and contributing to sustainable healthcare coverage.

The curriculum is structured around four longitudinal learning tracks. The Organisation and Management of Health Services track covers areas such as operations management, strategy, change management, leadership and organisational design, while the Economics and Governance of Health and Care track addresses health economics, financing, policy and governance. Additional skills training develops competencies in leadership, negotiation, policy, change management, Health Technology Assessment, research and communication.

Students conclude the programme with a professional placement or research project and a Master’s thesis, allowing them to apply their knowledge to a real healthcare setting. Graduates are prepared for careers including healthcare manager, consultant and policy advisor, as well as research and doctoral study.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time or part-time

Delivery format
In person, Maastricht

Fees

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to healthcare policy, innovation and management. Relevant university backgrounds include, among others:

• Health Sciences, Health Economics and European Public Health
• Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy
• Biomedical Sciences and Biomedical Technology
• Business Administration, Business Management and Economics
• Nursing Sciences
• Psychology
• Nutrition and Health
• European Studies and European Law

Relevant professional Bachelor’s degrees may also include Management in Health Care, Nursing, Human Resource Management, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Dietetics and Sport, Health and Management. Other academic backgrounds may be assessed individually by the Board of Admissions. Maastricht University

Specific requirements vary according to the applicant’s previous education. Some applicants may be required to demonstrate sufficient academic and research skills, for example through previous methodology/statistics coursework or a GRE General Test. Applicants must also demonstrate sufficient proficiency in English where required.

The Specialisation Course in Hospital Administration is one of the most recognised courses at the NOVA School of Public Health. For more than 50 years, the Course has provided scientific and technical knowledge and specialised skills for the exercise of management in health organisations and the provision of health care.

With a highly differentiated faculty in public health and health management, with nationally and internationally recognised professional experience and academic competence, the course promotes a close connection between teaching-learning and the experience of teachers and lecturers.

It also gives students the skills to develop management activities in health organisations and institutions at the central, regional, and local levels. It also promotes their cultural and technical training in health policy, administration, and social areas.

Additionally, it confers health management skills in a public health context, which allows you to change your professional path with the capacity to add value to social and health organisations.

Consisting of theoretical-practical components, a professional practice internship and fieldwork, graduates should have, at the end of the course, the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that enable them to decide and act correctly and qualifiedly as managers in healthcare organizations of a hospital nature, seeking to meet the requirements and expectations of the functions they may perform in them.

Bachelor Degree

Fluent in Portuguese and English

The Master’s Degree in Health Management at ENSP-NOVA aims to acquire scientific knowledge and advanced skills for study and research in the field of health management.

When they enter the course, many of our students are already integrated into the labour market, often in the health area. In this context, the HM can be useful and important for career advancement or changing functions, from direct care to management functions.

For those students not yet integrated into the labour market or from outside the health area, the HM can help apply for management positions, in the public and private sectors, in Portugal or abroad, in primary health care, in-hospital care, in regional or central bodies, or other types of health providers or organisations.

The HM can also be an entry point to an academic pathway, namely to doctoral programs: the School, or others, in Portugal or abroad.

Degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Law, Administration, and Management, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Technologies, Biological Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Engineering, Sociology, Psychology, Political Sciences, and Education and Communication Sciences, Human Motricity or in other areas recognised by the course Coordination, related to Public Health.

Fluent in Portuguese and English.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master of Public Health at Babeș-Bolyai University is a two-year, English-taught postgraduate programme providing students with an interdisciplinary foundation in public health, health policy and management, epidemiology, biostatistics, social and behavioural health, and environmental health.

The programme combines academic knowledge with a strong emphasis on practical and experiential learning, preparing students to analyse population-health challenges and develop, implement and evaluate public-health interventions. Students undertake project-based coursework and are encouraged to gain practical experience through internships and international educational exchanges.

Of particular relevance to healthcare management, one of the programme’s four principal areas of concentration is Health Policy & Management. The curriculum includes subjects such as Health Care Organization, Delivery and Financing, Public Health Law, Program Development in Health Promotion, Program Evaluation and Comparative Health Systems.

During the second year, students further develop their applied public-health competencies through subjects addressing community-based public health, health disparities and vulnerable populations, environmental health, maternal and child health, and comparative health systems. The programme also includes Public Health Practice and a Global Health Internship, providing opportunities to apply academic knowledge in professional and international contexts.

Students can therefore develop a profile combining traditional public-health competencies with expertise in health systems, healthcare organisation, policy, programme evaluation and management, making the programme relevant for careers across public-health institutions, healthcare organisations, government, NGOs and international health settings.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time

Delivery format
In person, Cluj-Napoca

Fees:
– For EU students: €650 per year
– For non-EU students: €450 per month

More information: Master of Public Health | Babeș-Bolyai University

The programme is intended for graduates interested in developing advanced competencies in public health.

Admission includes a motivational interview conducted in English. Applicants are assessed through the interview and are required to present their CV and motivation letter. In cases where candidates receive the same interview grade, their Bachelor’s degree grade is used as a secondary selection criterion.

As the programme is taught entirely in English, applicants must have sufficient English-language proficiency to participate successfully in the programme.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master in Health Policies and Health Management (Politici de sănătate și management sanitar) at Babeș-Bolyai University is a two-year postgraduate programme designed to prepare professionals for management, leadership and health policy roles within healthcare systems and organisations.

The programme takes an applied approach to contemporary healthcare challenges, developing competencies in health policy analysis and development, strategic and financial management of healthcare institutions, leadership, healthcare administration and health-system decision-making. It is particularly designed for professionals working in healthcare, public administration and non-governmental organisations who wish to move towards strategic and managerial roles within the health sector. LinkedIn

Students develop the analytical and managerial skills needed to understand healthcare organisations within their wider institutional and policy environment. The programme places particular emphasis on applying management and policy concepts to real challenges affecting the Romanian and European healthcare systems, combining academic knowledge with practice-oriented learning and contributions from national and international experts. LinkedIn

The qualification is formally classified within the field of Administrative Sciences, with the Romanian national qualifications framework placing it at EQF Level 7 and within the educational field of Management and Administration. ANC

Language
Romanian

Time model
Full-time or part-time

Delivery format
In person / part-time format depending on study track

Fees

For the 2026–2027 academic year, tuition for Romanian, EU/EEA and Swiss students is:

For non-EU applicants, tuition and administrative requirements may differ and should be checked according to the University’s international admissions rules.

More information: Health Policies and Health Management | Babeș-Bolyai University Admissions

Admission is based on an interview, which accounts for 100% of the admission score.

The interview is conducted in Romanian and is based on a motivation letter prepared by the applicant in the programme’s language of instruction. Info Admitere UBB Cluj

The programme is particularly relevant to professionals and graduates interested in developing careers in healthcare management, health policy and health-system administration.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Certificate Programme in Health Services Management (Managementul Serviciilor de Sănătate) is a postgraduate professional training programme offered by Romania’s National Institute for Health Services Management (INMSS). It is designed to develop the managerial, organisational and leadership competencies required to manage healthcare services and institutions effectively.

The programme is particularly aimed at healthcare professionals preparing for leadership positions such as hospital manager, medical director, head of department, head of laboratory or chief pharmacist. Its objective is to strengthen participants’ ability to manage healthcare organisations and improve managerial performance within hospitals and healthcare services.

The curriculum consists of 12 modules covering:

• Public health, demography and epidemiology
• Health promotion
• Comparative health systems and health-system performance
• Organisation of health services
• Fundamentals of management
• Health project management
• Health planning and health programmes
• Health economics
• Financial management
• Human resources management
• Quality management, innovation and digital transformation
• Legal framework for healthcare delivery in Romania and the European context

More broadly, INMSS’s postgraduate health-services-management training addresses areas including strategic management, leadership, decision-making, change management, organisational behaviour, quality improvement, negotiation, healthcare financing, evaluation of health services and public-health programme management.

The programme combines theoretical learning with individual study and supervised practical preparation. Each of its 12 modules consists of three days of theoretical training followed by two days dedicated to individual study and assisted practical work.

Language
Romanian

Time model
Part-time / Continuing professional education

Delivery format
Hybrid, combining in-person teaching in Bucharest with synchronous online sessions

Fees: 4,495 RON per participant

More information: Health Services Management Certificate Programme | INMSS

The programme is specifically intended for qualified healthcare professionals, including:

• Specialist and senior specialist physicians in medical, surgical and paraclinical specialties
• Specialist and senior specialist general practitioners
• Dentists with recognised dental specialties
• Dentists authorised to practise
• Specialist and senior specialist pharmacists

After successfully completing the training programme, participants receive a certificate of completion from INMSS. This allows them to register for the national examination leading to the Certificate in Health Services Management, organised by the Romanian Ministry of Health.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master of Continuing Education in Public Health and Health Services Management (Máster de Formación Permanente en Salud Pública y Gestión Sanitaria) is an advanced postgraduate programme delivered by the Andalusian School of Public Health and recognised as a University of Granada qualification.

The programme combines public health with the management of health services and health systems, preparing professionals to analyse population health needs, understand healthcare systems and policies, and develop strategies for organisational and system-level change. It provides students with analytical and methodological tools that can be applied both to everyday professional challenges and to emerging issues affecting healthcare systems.

The curriculum provides a broad understanding of public health, health systems and healthcare management. Core areas include:

• Health systems and health policy
• Quantitative and qualitative research methods in public health
• Health promotion
• Health services management
• Artificial intelligence, digitalisation and healthcare management
• Optional advanced areas addressing emerging public-health and healthcare-system challenges
• Master’s final project

Health services management represents a substantial part of the programme, accounting for 14 ECTS, while the dedicated module on AI, digitalisation and healthcare management adds a further 3 ECTS. Students also complete a 28 ECTS Master’s final project.

Teaching combines academic instruction with practical sessions and small-group collaborative work, encouraging both teamwork and individual problem-solving. Students who are not undertaking specialist medical training in Preventive Medicine and Public Health also complete practical training within healthcare services.

The programme has a long-established history in Spanish public-health education. The current 42nd edition brings together students from different professional and national backgrounds and continues a programme that has trained more than 700 professionals.

Language
Spanish

Time model
Full-time

Delivery format
In person, Granada

Fees: €8,900

More information: Master in Public Health and Health Services Management | University of Granada / EASP

Applicants must hold a recognised university-level qualification, including:

• Bachelor’s or equivalent university degree
• Licenciatura
• Engineering or Architecture degree
• Diploma in Health Sciences or a related field

Selection and enrolment are managed through the Andalusian School of Public Health.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master in Health Economics and Management of Healthcare Organisations (Máster de Formación Permanente en Economía de la Salud y Dirección de Organizaciones Sanitarias) is a postgraduate programme designed to prepare professionals to manage and lead healthcare organisations in complex and rapidly changing environments.

Delivered by the Andalusian School of Public Health in collaboration with the University of Granada, the programme combines health economics, health policy, organisational management and healthcare leadership. It aims to equip healthcare managers and professionals with the analytical, managerial and ethical competencies needed to lead innovation and organisational transformation while contributing to the sustainability and improvement of health systems.

The curriculum takes a multidisciplinary approach and covers:

• Health Economics and Health Policy
• Health Systems Analysis
• Statistics Applied to Healthcare Management
• Epidemiology and Health Outcomes
• Management of Healthcare Organisations
• Economic Evaluation of Health Technologies
• Clinical Management and Clinical Governance
• Healthcare Information Systems and Decision-Making
• Implementation of Organisational Change
• Human Resources Policy and Strategic HR Management
• Workforce Planning in Healthcare
• Master’s final project

Particular attention is given to contemporary challenges such as digitalisation, artificial intelligence, demographic ageing, inequalities, sustainability and technological innovation and their implications for healthcare organisations.

The programme has a strongly applied teaching model. Students work with practical cases drawn from real healthcare services, simulations, role-playing exercises, group work and discussions with healthcare executives and management professionals. This allows participants to connect economic and management theory directly with organisational decision-making and real healthcare challenges.

The programme concludes with an individual Master’s final project, which students develop and defend at the end of the programme.

Language
Spanish

Time model
Part-time / Modular

Delivery format
Blended learning, combining online learning with in-person sessions in Granada

Fees: €4,210

More information: Master in Health Economics and Management of Healthcare Organisations | EASP

Applicants must hold a university degree.

Relevant academic backgrounds particularly include:

• Economics
• Business Administration and Management
• Finance and Accounting
• Law
• Social Sciences
• Health Sciences
• Medicine
• Psychology
• Pharmacy

Applicants from other academic backgrounds may also be considered.

The programme is open both to experienced healthcare professionals and university graduates without previous professional experience. Applicants must be available to participate in all scheduled programme activities.

Selection is based on the application and CV and may also include a personal interview.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master’s Programme in Health Economics, Policy and Management at Karolinska Institutet is a multidisciplinary programme designed to develop advanced expertise in health economics, health policy and healthcare management. It takes a global perspective and prepares students to analyse and address challenges facing healthcare systems and organisations at both organisational and policy levels.

The programme focuses on how medical knowledge, organisational competencies, human resources, and material and financial resources can be used effectively to improve health outcomes. Students develop theoretical and practical skills for analysing healthcare systems, allocating limited resources, evaluating healthcare interventions and supporting effective management and policy decisions.

The curriculum is structured around three core areas: health economics, policy and management. Health economics addresses healthcare financing, economic evaluation and the measurement and valuation of health outcomes. Health policy focuses on health planning and the development, implementation and analysis of policies, while management covers approaches to healthcare management and governance.

During the first year, students develop foundational knowledge across these three areas alongside quantitative and qualitative research methods. In the second year, they deepen and apply their knowledge through advanced studies in health systems and policy, economic evaluation and healthcare management. The programme concludes with a 30-credit Master’s degree project, allowing students to specialise in health economics, health policy or management.

Teaching combines lectures, group work, presentations, case-based learning and thesis work, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and practical application. Graduates are prepared for careers in healthcare management, health economics, consulting and research, across public and private healthcare organisations.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time, 100%

Delivery format
On campus, Solna

Fees

EU/EEA and Swiss citizens: No tuition fee.

Non-EU/EEA/Swiss students:

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or professional degree equivalent to a Swedish Bachelor’s degree of at least 180 credits in:

• Public health science
• Healthcare
• Another relevant social sciences subject area

Applicants must also demonstrate English-language proficiency equivalent to English B/English 6 in the Swedish educational system. Karolinska Institutet Education

Selection is based on an overall assessment of the applicant’s qualifications, including previous education, relevant professional and/or research experience, and statement of intent. Applicants are required to submit the Karolinska Institutet CV form as part of the selection process.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master of Advanced Studies in Healthcare Management and Leadership MiG at the University of Bern is a modular postgraduate programme designed for experienced professionals seeking to develop advanced management and leadership competencies within healthcare organisations.

The programme prepares participants to take on leadership responsibilities across different areas of the healthcare sector and to respond effectively to changing organisational, regulatory and economic conditions. It combines healthcare-specific management knowledge with leadership development and encourages participants to integrate scientific evidence, methods and analytical approaches into their everyday managerial practice.

A distinctive feature of the programme is its flexible modular structure. Students select three Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) programmes according to their professional interests. Current options include:

• CAS Healthcare Management MiG
• CAS Strategic Healthcare Management and Leadership MiG
• CAS Transnational Healthcare Management MiG
• CAS Lean Healthcare Management MiG
• CAS Healthcare Leader Excellence MiG
• CAS Healthcare Data Ecosystems Management MiG (in preparation)

Students additionally complete at least three modules from the CAS Healthcare Management and undertake an MAS thesis worth 18–20 ECTS. The complete programme comprises at least 60 ECTS.

Depending on the modules selected, participants can develop expertise in areas such as healthcare strategy, leadership, organisational management, Lean healthcare and continuous improvement, international and cross-border healthcare management, and healthcare data ecosystems. The programme has a strong problem-oriented and practice-based approach, allowing participants to connect academic knowledge directly with challenges encountered in healthcare organisations.

The programme is interdisciplinary and is delivered by the Centre for Health Law and Healthcare Management on behalf of the University’s Faculty of Law, Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences, and Faculty of Medicine. It also involves academics and healthcare experts from other institutions in Switzerland and abroad.

Language
German and English

Time model
Part-time / Executive / Modular

Delivery format
Primarily in person, with activities in Bern and selected international locations

Fees

The total cost of completing the MAS is approximately: CHF 57,000
The exact amount depends on the three CAS programmes selected as part of the modular degree.
Course fees include teaching materials, lunch and refreshments during course days.

More information: MAS Healthcare Management and Leadership MiG | University of Bern

The programme is aimed at professionals with management and leadership experience in healthcare, including individuals working in healthcare delivery, public administration, insurance and financing organisations, educational institutions, industry and professional organisations.

Applicants are normally required to have:

• A university degree
• Several years of professional experience in healthcare
• Management and/or leadership experience within healthcare organisations
• Successful completion of three eligible CAS programmes, including the required assessed coursework

Exceptions may be granted sur dossier. Applicants without a university degree or without healthcare-sector experience may be admitted subject to additional requirements established by the programme management. Portal

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Thesis-Based Master’s Programme in Health Management at Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University is designed to train specialised healthcare managers capable of responding to the evolving organisational, financial and managerial challenges of the healthcare sector.

The programme develops students’ ability to analyse healthcare service delivery and financing, manage resources and technology effectively, conduct research, and evaluate outcomes. It places particular emphasis on efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability in healthcare management, while addressing the distinctive characteristics of healthcare services, including their organisation, financing and regulatory environment.

A distinctive feature of the programme is its close connection with the healthcare sector. Acıbadem University collaborates with Acıbadem Healthcare Group, giving students opportunities to engage with experienced healthcare professionals and connect academic theory with real-world healthcare management practice.

The first year consists of two semesters of theoretical coursework. Students complete at least seven courses totalling a minimum of 21 credits, as well as a non-credit seminar. The second year is dedicated to independent research and the completion of a Master’s thesis. The programme also aims to prepare students interested in pursuing research and academic careers in health management.

Language
Turkish

Time model
Full-time

Delivery format
In person

Fees

Applicants must have graduated from a four-year Bachelor’s degree programme.

For the 2026–2027 intake, applicants are also required to demonstrate foreign-language proficiency through one of the accepted examinations. Published minimum scores include:

• TOEFL iBT: 60
• YDS / ÜDS / KPDS / YÖKDİL: 50
• Alternatively, at least 50 in Acıbadem University’s own Foreign Language Proficiency Examination.

International applicants are additionally required to demonstrate Turkish proficiency at B2 level or above (TÖMER).

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Master of Public Health at the University of Sharjah is an interdisciplinary graduate programme designed to prepare professionals for careers in public health, healthcare organisations, research and academia. The programme combines core public health competencies with a significant focus on healthcare management, leadership and health systems.

The programme is offered by the University’s Department of Health Care Management and was launched in response to the growing demand for professionals capable of addressing complex challenges across public health and healthcare organisations. Students develop competencies in analysing population health needs, designing and evaluating interventions, conducting research and contributing to the effective organisation and management of health services.

The core curriculum includes Fundamentals of Public Health, Public Health Management and Leadership, Biostatistics, Applied Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Health Promotion and Communication, Research Methods and Ethics, and Health Care Systems.

Of particular relevance to healthcare management, the compulsory Public Health Management and Leadership course develops advanced knowledge and skills for managing and leading within public health and healthcare organisations. It addresses contemporary management practices and strategic approaches for responding to complex organisational challenges.

Students can further tailor the programme through electives including Health Policy Analysis, Health Economics and Finance, Global Health, Advanced Biostatistics, and Epidemiology of Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases. The programme also includes a Public Health Practicum and a substantial Master’s thesis, enabling students to apply their knowledge in professional and research contexts.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time or part-time

Delivery format
In person, Sharjah

Intakes: Fall and Spring

Study structure: Courses + Public Health Practicum + Master’s thesis

Fees

The published tuition fee for the Master of Public Health is:

AED 3,200 per credit hour

With 38 credit hours required for the programme, this corresponds to approximately AED 121,600 in tuition for the full degree, based on the published per-credit rate.

Additional application, registration or other university fees may apply.

More information: Master of Public Health | University of Sharjah

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised university, normally with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0. Applicants with a GPA between 2.5 and 2.99 may be considered for conditional admission.

Applicants should hold a degree in a field considered suitable for admission to the programme and must demonstrate English-language proficiency. Accepted minimum scores include:

• IELTS Academic: 6.0
• TOEFL iBT: 79
• TOEFL PBT: 550

The University’s published graduate requirements also specify a minimum of one year of post-qualification work experience.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The MSc Health Care Policy and Management at the University of Birmingham combines academic knowledge with practical experience in healthcare policy and management, with a focus on both the UK and international health systems.

The programme provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the evidence, theories and best practices that shape healthcare policy, management and organisational change. It is designed particularly for professionals working in or with healthcare organisations, including managers, clinicians and policymakers who want to strengthen their leadership and management capabilities.

The curriculum combines core study in health management, global health systems and policy, stakeholder involvement and improvement, and social research methods. Students can also tailor the programme through optional modules covering areas such as healthcare systems leadership, quality and safety, innovation and implementation science, emergency preparedness, and global health policy and networks.

Students may follow the standard programme or specialise through one of two pathways: Managing Quality and Service Improvement or Global Development. The degree concludes with a 10,000-word dissertation, allowing students to investigate a healthcare management or policy issue in greater depth.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time or part-time | In person

Fees

• UK students: £14,760 per year (full-time); £7,380 (part-time)
• International students: ££28,080 per year (full-time);
  £14,040 (part-time)

More information at: Health Care Policy and Management MSc | University of Birmingham

Applicants are normally expected to hold a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent. Relevant professional experience may also be considered where applicants can demonstrate readiness for Master’s-level study.

For applicants whose first language is not English, the programme normally requires IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component, or an accepted equivalent qualification.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The Online MBA Clinical Leadership at the University of Birmingham is designed for professionals seeking to develop advanced leadership and management skills within healthcare and clinical environments. The programme combines the core principles of business administration with a specialist focus on the challenges of leading healthcare organisations.

Students develop expertise in areas including strategic leadership, innovation, data analysis, organisational management and responsible business practices, while exploring how these approaches can be applied within healthcare settings. Particular attention is given to purposeful and inclusive leadership, organisational governance, stakeholder collaboration and the use of business frameworks and data intelligence to support effective decision-making.

The programme is delivered by the Birmingham Business School and combines tutorials, project work, practical assignments and flexible on-demand online learning. It consists of twelve taught modules, a Purposeful Leader module and a dissertation, for a total of 180 credits. The Clinical Leadership specialism is intended to equip both clinical and non-clinical professionals with the skills needed to lead teams, manage organisational change and improve healthcare delivery.

Language
English

Time model
Part-time / flexible online study

Delivery format
100% online

Start dates
March, July and October

Fees
£28,140 total programme cost
£2,010 per module

The fee includes access to the online learning platform, course materials and required digital reading materials. Fees are reviewed annually and may change in subsequent academic years.

More information at: MBA Clinical Leadership (Online) | University of Birmingham

Applicants should normally hold an upper second-class (2:1) Honours degree from a UK university or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

Applicants should generally have five years of professional management experience, although candidates demonstrating exceptional potential may be considered with at least three years of experience. As this programme includes the Clinical Leadership specialism, relevant healthcare or clinical industry experience is also required.

Applicants who do not meet the standard academic requirements may still be considered if they have a lower degree classification combined with significant professional experience.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The PhD in Health Services Management at the University of Birmingham offers the opportunity to undertake advanced research into the organisation, management and delivery of health and social care services.

Based within the Health Services Management Centre (HSMC), the programme supports research across a broad range of areas related to health services management, health policy, leadership and health sociology. Research at HSMC has a strong applied focus, connecting academic inquiry with contemporary challenges facing healthcare organisations, professionals and policymakers.

Students undertake an independent research project under the guidance of academic supervisors with expertise relevant to their chosen field. Research may explore areas such as healthcare leadership and management, organisational change, health and social care policy, service improvement, integrated care, workforce issues and the organisation and delivery of healthcare services.

During the first year, doctoral researchers also undertake research training and relevant taught courses to support the development of their methodological and academic skills. The PhD culminates in an original thesis of up to 80,000 words.

The programme can be undertaken full-time or part-time, offering flexibility for researchers and professionals wishing to combine doctoral study with other commitments.

Language
English

Time model
Full-time or part-time

Delivery format
In person or distance learning

Fees

Applicants are normally expected to hold a good Honours degree in a relevant social science subject, with the University indicating that applicants should ideally also hold a Master’s degree.

Admission to the programme is based not only on academic qualifications but also on the quality and feasibility of the proposed research and the availability of suitable academic supervision.

International applicants must also meet the University’s English-language requirements where applicable.

Program Overview and Curriculum

The MSc Global Health at the University of Manchester is an interdisciplinary postgraduate programme designed for students and professionals seeking to understand and address complex global health and humanitarian challenges.

The programme examines the improvement of health worldwide, the reduction of health inequalities and responses to global health threats, particularly in contexts affected by conflict, disasters and humanitarian emergencies. It combines perspectives from global and community health, humanitarian studies, disaster management, emergency medicine and the social sciences.

Of particular relevance to health management, the programme includes a compulsory Health Systems module examining the key components of effective health systems, international approaches to health-system strengthening and the effects of crises on healthcare provision. Students also explore the economics, policies, governance structures and institutions shaping global health at international, national and local levels.

Students may choose optional modules with a strong management and leadership dimension, including Management and Leadership in Health and Humanitarianism and Critical Approaches to Management of Humanitarian Operations. Other options address disaster preparedness, resilience, humanitarian response and programming in crisis settings.

The programme can also be tailored through specialist pathways in:

• Disaster Management
• Humanitarian Response
• Emergency Medical Response

Students complete 120 taught credits during the first two years and a 60-credit dissertation in the third year. Teaching and assessment take place online through recorded lectures, discussion boards, group work, interactive sessions, peer learning and written assignments.

Language
English

Time model
Part-time

Delivery format
100% distance learning / online

Fees

As the MSc is studied part-time over three years, students should note that these are annual fees rather than a single total programme fee.

More information: MSc Global Health | University of Manchester

Applicants are normally required to hold at least a Lower Second Class (2:2) Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent.

Applications are considered individually, and candidates who do not hold a Bachelor’s degree may also be considered if they can demonstrate relevant prior learning, professional experience, motivation and the ability to communicate effectively at postgraduate level. The University of Manchester

Applicants whose previous education does not satisfy the University’s English-language exemption requirements must demonstrate English proficiency. For 2026 entry, accepted requirements include:

• IELTS: overall 7.0, with 7.0 in writing and no component below 6.5
• TOEFL iBT: 100+, with at least 25 in writing and no component below 22

Equivalent recognised qualifications may also be accepted.