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Master of Science in Healthcare Management

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Master of Science in Healthcare Management

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About This Course

The Master of Science in Healthcare Management develops advanced knowledge and leadership skills for today’s healthcare sector. The programme covers healthcare policy, strategic management, quality improvement, and financial planning. Students gain practical experience through projects and research that enhance decision-making and operational effectiveness. Graduates are prepared for senior management roles in hospitals, healthcare organisations, public health agencies, and policymaking bodies.

What You Will Learn

  • Management principles of medical practice in healthcare organisations
  • Core strategies in community health
  • Advanced understanding of health insurance systems
  • Governance and administration of long-term care facilities

Career Prospects

  • Hospital Administrator
  • Healthcare Operations Manager
  • Quality Assurance Manager
  • Public Health Programme Manager
  • Healthcare Policy & Planning Manager
  • Academician/Lecturer in Healthcare Management
  • Healthcare Researcher/Consultant

Academic Pathways

MSc (Healthcare Management) → PhD (Healthcare Management/Management/Health Education/Business Administration or any related programmes)

Programme Details

Duration
1.5 Years (Full time) | 2 Years (Part time)
Programme Code
(R3/0910/7/0021) 03/29 (A9905)
Intake
January, April, June, August & October
Faculty/Centre
Faculty of Science & Technology
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Course Structure

Semester 1
  • Management and Governance in Healthcare Industry
  • Healthcare System In Malaysia
  • Research Methodology
  • Healthcare Human Resource Management
  • Healthcare Economics
Semester 2
  • Healthcare Information System
  • Accounting and Finance for Healthcare
  • Healthcare Marketing
  • Epidemiology
  • Health Promotion in Healthcare/Strategic Management in Healthcare
Semester 3
  • Research Project
  • Entrepreneurship in Healthcare/Healthcare Operation Management

Entry Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent

  • Minimum CGPA of 2.50 in the related field, as accepted by the University Senate; OR
  • Candidates with a CGPA below 2.50 in the related field who have at least five (5) years of relevant working experience

English Competency Requirements (International Student)

  • Achieve a minimum of Band 4 in MUET OR equivalent to CEFR (Mid B2); OR
  • IELTS: 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT: 60
  • Pearson English Test: 59
  • Cambridge English Qualification Test: 169

If a student does not meet these requirements, the University must offer English proficiency courses to ensure that the student’s proficiency is sufficient to meet the needs of the programme.

Other relevant and equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government

Admission Criteria through APEL.A

  • At least 30 years old in the year of application
  • Holds a minimum of STPM/Diploma/equivalent qualification (or higher qualifications such as Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma)
  • Have at least five (5) years of relevant working experience
  • Pass the APEL.A (T7) assessment at the Master’s level
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