The programme aims to produce executives skilled in administration and health economics. More specifically, it covers a wide range of knowledge and skills, necessary for health professionals, dealing with administration and finance, both in design and planning, as well as in the management of health services. In addition to the expertise and technical skills, the programme teaches the analysis of strategies, measures and actions aimed at developing the health sector, within the wider context of social policy.
Delivery Mode: Online and through Supported Open Learning.
Entry Requirements:
- Regular admission to a Master’s programme requires an accredited Bachelor degree
- Applicants with an accredited Master’s degree will also be considered for entry
- HND Relevant holders with good relevant work experience (post graduation) may be considered for entry
- English proficiency (if the Bachelor degree was not taught in English)
- Updated CV
- One official letter of recommendation (either Academic or Business)
- Personal Statement (mimimum 500 words)
- Copy of passport or ID
Pathway:
Foundation Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UU-M-IND100 | Induction Module | 0.00 |
| UU-FNT-203 | Introduction to Master Degree | 0.00 |
Core requirements (required modules)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UU-MHM-510-MW | Health Quality Management | 20.00 |
| UU-MHM-520-MW | Health Systems and Evaluation of Health Systems, Services and Public Health Programmes | 20.00 |
| UU-MHM-515-MW | Health Policy, Planning and Human Resources (HR) | 20.00 |
| UU-MHM-540-MW | Epidemiology and Public Health | 20.00 |
| UU-MHM-525-MW | Management of Medicines and Supplies | 20.00 |
| UU-MHM-560-MW | Health Economics and Financial Management of Public and Private Health Services | 20.00 |
| UU-MHM-585-MW | Leadership and Management in Health Care | 20.00 |
| UU-MHM-570-MW | Research Methodology | 20.00 |
| UU-MHM-595-MW | Dissertation | 20.00 |
