Masters Microcredential Certificate in Healthcare Management and Administration

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Duration

12 Weeks

Delivery

Online

Intakes

January, May, & August

Fees

$1,200 (Ugx 4,500,000)

*Group discounts are available for organisations, and partial bursaries for individuals.

OVERVIEW

The healthcare sector in Sub-Saharan Africa faces unique challenges and opportunities, requiring skilled professionals who can effectively manage health services, resources, and systems. This Masters Microcredential Certificate (MMC) provides healthcare professionals and administrators with foundational management principles, tailored to the complexities of healthcare delivery, policy, and operations in the African context.

Target Audience

Doctors, nurses, clinical officers, hospital administrators, clinic managers, public health program managers, NGO health staff, and professionals seeking to move into leadership and management roles within healthcare.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this MMC, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the structure and dynamics of healthcare systems in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Apply foundational management principles to healthcare organisations.
  • Analyse financial aspects and resource allocation in healthcare settings.
  • Describe methods for ensuring quality and patient safety in healthcare delivery.
  • Recognise key healthcare policies and their impact on service provision.
  • Discuss the role of technology and innovation in healthcare management.
  • Develop a basic plan for improving a healthcare service or process.

What You Will Learn

  • Module 1: Healthcare Systems and Context
  • Module 2: Financial Management and Resource Allocation
  • Module 3: Quality, Operations and Patient Safety
  • Module 4: Digital Health, Innovation and Leadership 
Stackability and Pathway to Master's Degree

The 20 postgraduate credit units earned from this Masters Microcredential Certificate in Healthcare Management and Administration are fully transferable and count directly towards Nexus International University’s NCHE-accredited Master of Public Health (MPH) (especially if focused on Health Policy and Management) or MBA programs. This provides a flexible and accelerated pathway for students wishing to pursue a full Master’s degree.

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