Master of Management (Healthcare)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 9 |
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About the course
Gain expertise aligned with industry standards for success in healthcare management. The MM (Healthcare) aligns with the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) Competency Framework, providing essential skills for effective leadership and management in healthcare.
The Master of Management (Healthcare) programme builds upon prior undergraduate studies in business or related fields, or relevant work experience, to cultivate the next generation of managers and leaders in the healthcare industry. Its curriculum aligns with the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM) Competency Framework, guaranteeing the acquisition of relevant and highly sought-after skills in this rapidly expanding industry. The ACHSM is a key professional organisation dedicated to excellence in health service management across Australasia. Their framework emphasises leadership, communication, strategic thinking, and ethical governance, shaping standards in Australia and New Zealand. This study programme integrates traditional management and leadership theories with specialised knowledge and skills in healthcare management, addressing both culturally specific and globally relevant contexts. The Master of Management with specialisation in Healthcare is approved by NZQA as a qualification ID number 4211-3.
Students of this programme are required to bring their own devices (laptop, tablet).
180 Credits: Eight 15-credit papers and a 60-credit applied project
- 16-Month Programme: Four 16-week trimesters, excluding holidays
- 12-Month Programme: Three 16-week trimester,s excluding holidays
CURRICULUM
- 8230 - Organisational Behaviour, Leadership and Change
- 8281 - Business Professionalism
- 8535 - Healthcare Governance and Systems
- 8536 - The New Zealand Social and Political Environment in Healthcare Management
- 8200 - Accounting for Managers
- 8542 - Research Methods
- 9230 - Contemporary Leadership and Management
- 9203 - Project Management
- 9537 - Applied Project
GRADUATE OUTCOMES
- Evaluate and apply advanced contemporary management theories to emerging situations in an organisation.
- Create an internal organisation culture with strong employee engagement, collaboration and teamwork, and ongoing learning and development in the changing environment.
- Analyse, synthesise and communicate information, plans, policies and strategies to enhance business outcomes in healthcare-related organisations.
- Apply leadership and management to improve business performance within an organisation in Aotearoa New Zealand or internationally.
- Care Home Manager
- Facilities Manager
- Practice Manager
- General Manager (Healthcare)
- Business Manager (Medical Centre)
- Care Coordinator
- Property/ Asset Manager (Aged Care Industry)
- Health Care Manager
- Care Home Operations Manager
- Operations Manager (Healthcare)
- Service Development Manager (Health)
- Contracts/ Procurement Manager (Health)
Entry requirements
- An original bachelor’s degree or Graduate Diploma in a business-related subject from a recognised institution, including full transcripts, or
- Evidence of acquiring the relevant skills and knowledge through appropriate work or professional experience in business studies or a related area.
- Undergraduate degree in a different discipline with relevant skills and knowledge through professional experience.
- For International students, Academic IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5 overall (with no band score lower than 6.0 and gained within the past two years in one examination), or any other equivalent in a test recognised by NZQA.
About the provider
ICL Graduate Business School is a private tertiary institution situated in the heart of Auckland City, New Zealand. It offers practical programmes in Business, Business Informatics, and Early Childhood Education across various levels of study, including Bachelor's degrees, Graduate and Postgraduate diplomas, and Master's degrees.
Recognised as a New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) Category 1 Education Provider, ICL Graduate Business School is committed to delivering high-quality education. The institution prides itself on its diverse student body, with over 80 nationalities represented, and offers flexible study options to cater to a wide range of learners.
ICL's programmes are designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in today's competitive business environment. The school also provides pathway services for students planning further education or seeking employment opportunities, both within New Zealand and internationally.
Located in Auckland's central business district, ICL Graduate Business School offers students access to a vibrant city life, robust infrastructure, and a diverse cultural environment, enhancing both their academic and personal experiences.