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Overview


Master of Hospital Administration (M.H.A) is a postgraduate professional degree program that focuses on providing students with the knowledge and skills required to manage healthcare organizations effectively. The program typically lasts for two years and covers various topics such as healthcare management, healthcare policy, healthcare financing, healthcare informatics, healthcare law, healthcare ethics, and healthcare operations.

The program's curriculum includes core courses in healthcare management, including healthcare planning and marketing, healthcare finance and accounting, healthcare human resource management, healthcare information technology, healthcare quality management, and healthcare operations management. Students also have the opportunity to take elective courses that align with their career goals, such as healthcare policy and ethics, healthcare law, and healthcare informatics.

During the program, students gain hands-on experience through internships, capstone projects, and practical assignments, providing them with the necessary skills to work in various healthcare settings. Graduates of the program can pursue various career paths, such as hospital administration, healthcare consulting, healthcare policy analysis, and healthcare operations management.

To be eligible for an M.H.A program, students typically need to have a bachelor's degree in healthcare management, public health, business administration, or a related field. Additionally, some programs may require applicants to have relevant work experience in the healthcare industry.

 

Program Objectives:

 

•  Develop strategies to achieve department’s mission and vision.
•  To develop managerial skills to lead diverse people, teams, and organizations to build healthcare system.
•  To inculcate decision-making capabilities and performance that will lead to highest quality of patient care and services.
•  Develop and manage innovative solutions to improve organizational performance and population health.
•  Understanding and engaging in healthcare policies and advocacy.
•  Apply knowledge about the social determinants of health, and work collaboratively with leaders to reduce disparities and inequities and to promote population and community health.
•  Provide effective financial management for healthcare organizations.
•  Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and behave legally and ethically in a complex regulated manner.

 

Eligibility Criteria


  1. A Degree in Bachelor of Public Health/ MBBS/ Ayush (BUMS/BAMS/BHMS), BBA, BHA, BSc Nursing/ B. Pharma or its equivalent qualifications from a recognised University/ Institution.
  2. Graduation in any stream with at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognised University.
  3. Graduation in any stream with at least 45% marks in aggregate from a recognised University for SC/ST/OBC classes.

 

Course Duration:  2 Years

 

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Course Outline


1ST YEAR CURRICULUM:

 

  • Human Biology and Medical Terminology
  • Hospital Environment
  • Health Care Services (Clinical)
  • Principles of Management
  • Organization Behaviour
  • Business Communication
  • Health Care Economics
  • Quantitative Tools
  • Legal aspects in Hospital
  • IT for Hospitals and HIS

 

2ND YEAR CURRICULUM:

 

  • Hospital Planning
  • Strategic Management
  • Total Quality Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Materials Management
  • Hospital Support Services
  • Management Accounting
  • Financial Management
  • Marketing Management & Industrial relations
  • Operations Management

 

The second year of programme also entails ample opportunities for project work / research

Career Prospectives


A Master of Hospital Administration (M.H.A) degree opens up a wide range of career opportunities in the healthcare industry. Here are some potential career prospects for M.H.A Graduates:

 

Hospital Administrator:   Hospital administrators oversee the day-to-day operations of healthcare facilities, including managing budgets, developing policies, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

 

Healthcare Consultant:   Healthcare consultants work with healthcare organizations to improve operations, increase efficiency, and reduce costs.

 

Healthcare Policy Analyst:   Healthcare policy analysts research and analyze healthcare policies and regulations, making recommendations to government agencies, healthcare organizations, and policymakers.

 

Healthcare Operations Manager:   Healthcare operations managers oversee the management of hospital departments, including supply chain management, patient care services, and clinical services.

 

Healthcare Informatics Manager:   Healthcare informatics managers are responsible for managing the implementation and maintenance of healthcare information systems and electronic health records.

 

Healthcare Quality Assurance Manager:   Healthcare quality assurance managers oversee the development and implementation of quality control programs to ensure that healthcare services meet regulatory and industry standards.

 

Healthcare Marketing Manager:   Healthcare marketing managers develop and implement marketing strategies to promote healthcare services, facilities, and programs.

 

Healthcare Financial Manager:   Healthcare financial managers oversee the financial operations of healthcare organizations, including budgeting, financial analysis, and financial reporting.

 

Overall, an M.H.A degree provides graduates with a solid foundation in healthcare management and prepares them for leadership roles in healthcare organizations, consulting firms, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.

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