Study online for a Master of Science in Healthcare Management from a leading University
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University of California Riverside
Accredited by the British Accreditation Council for Independent and Higher Education as an Independent Higher Education Institution.
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Unicaf University is accredited by the Higher Education Authority (HEA)
Programme Aims and Objectives
Introduction
During this course, students will be able to study basic principles within the Healthcare sector and acquire significant skills and knowledge in order to become successful as well as run managerial positions in the health sector.
Rationale
The course will enable students to become efficiently equipped with all the necessary skills and knowledge in order to advance in international organizations and achieve positive results when operating in executive positions.
Aims of the Programme
The course aims to:
1. Produce skilled executives on Administration and Health Economics. Specifically, it covers a wide range of knowledge and skills that are now considered necessary by health professionals to address current problems of administration and finance, both in design and planning and management of health services.
2. The program provides expertise and technical skills and enhances the analysis of strategies, measures and actions aimed at developing the health sector within the broader context of social policy.
3. The program has an interdisciplinary basis, focusing on Management and Health Economics (hospital administration, human resources, total quality management, financing and planning of health services, economic evaluation), but also negotiation and basic subjects in the fields of Public Health of Epidemiology, Sociology of Health and Sanitary Engineering.
Objectives of the Programme
1. Provide all the necessary skills to the graduates in order to become successful health care professionals and be able to function efficiently within the health sector
2. The programme also enables students to become technically aware of issues regarding healthcare and enriches their ability to analyse strategies and decisions made when developing healthcare units and their social policy
3. Students will be also able to develop skills in the management of health care units as well as the administration of such units to function successfully in managerial positions within the Healthcare sector.
Start dates: | Monthly Intakes | |
Duration: | 2 - 5 years | |
Study mode: | Online learning / On-campus | |
Awarded by: | Unicaf University | |
Scholarships: | Partial Scholarships Available |
E-Learning System: Your classes will take place in an online virtual learning environment (VLE). You can log in at any time and at your convenience. Once online, you’ll communicate with your instructor and fellow students, read assigned texts, access digital learning materials and the eLibrary resources, post assignments and comment on other students’ contributions to the class.
Online Instructors: We give our students the greatest possible support with dedicated online instructors. All of our online instructors are experts in their respective fields and have years of experience at the highest standard. Your class instructor will endeavour to respond to your queries as fast as possible.
Online Classroom: The online learning experience will include extensive participation and interaction with the online instructor and your fellow students.
Develop your skills: Employability depends on 3 factors - Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude. In other words, what you know, how you use that knowledge, and how you approach the task at hand. Our programmes allow our students to develop and further enhance their capabilities and skill set.
Improve your chances: A Master’s degree will shape you into a highly sought-after and favourable candidate for a job interview. Furthermore, you’ll be at an advantage for positions with a higher salary and greater growth potential.
Contribution to knowledge: A Doctoral programme is a self-directed academic research study, supported by a team of supervisors that will assist you in submitting an original contribution to knowledge. Your work and findings will then be compiled into a publishable dissertation.
Module | Credits |
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Foundation Courses | |
Induction Module | 0.00 |
Introduction to Master Degree | 0.00 |
Core requirements (required modules) | |
Introduction to Management Health Services and Human Resources in Health Organizations | 25.00 |
Operational Management and Marketing in Health Organizations | 25.00 |
Dissertation | 40.00 |
Health Quality Management | 25.00 |
Health Systems and Evaluation of Health Systems, Services and Public Health Programmes | 25.00 |
Epidemiology and Public Health | 25.00 |
Research Methodology | 25.00 |
Health Information Systems | 25.00 |
Social and Behavioural Aspects of Health Management - Health Law and Ethical Issues | 25.00 |
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.