Master of International Health Management

About this course

The online Master of International Health Management course offered by the University of New England (UNE) provides you with the education and training to launch your career in health management.

This online master’s degree enables health care professionals to undertake advanced health management studies. It covers the predominant issues faced today in international health, as well as the relationship of health with law, HR, financial management and health care planning. You will also learn the key research skills necessary to excel in health management.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this program, students must have relevant professional experience in a health related area approved by the school and possess:

• A university degree in a field other than health management.

OR

• A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Health Management from the University of New England or equivalent.

OR

• Other qualifications and relevant experience relevant to candidature.

Areas of study

In this master’s degree, the subjects you will study include:

Core units:

• Research methods
• Epidemiology and health
• Management of health services
• Contemporary issues in international health
• Research methods I
• Contemporary issues in international health

Electives – complete four from the following:

• Special topic in health A
• Leadership and change
• Key concepts in public health
• The dynamics of health and health care systems
• Financial management in health services I
• Law in health service management
• Health information management
• Quality management
• Community analysis and health care planning
• Human resource management

Student support

The University of New England has extensive support systems in place for its distance education students. With a long history in distance education, they understand the unique needs of off-campus students and are ready to help when you have challenges.

You will be able to submit questions to your lecturers by email or phone, participate in online discussions and chat, and attend on-campus intensive schools. UNE’s web-based facilities allow you to submit assignments, order library books or check your grades at any time.

How will this course advance my career?

The effective management of health services is of vital importance to health care service providers. This online health management course opens the door to middle and senior management positions in health-related fields the world over.

How else will I benefit from this master’s degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Master of International Health Management from the University of New England.
• Available to study online or by flexible delivery (blended delivery options).
• Studying by distance/correspondence means you can study when and where you want, at your own pace.
• Financial assistance available through HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and Austudy/Abstudy.
• Receive career-focused training with practical experience.
• Access to course materials provided, including online units, CD-ROMs, DVDs, textbooks and other reference material.