MSc Health Services Management

Glasgow

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

The MSc Health Services Management program at the University of Glasgow is a specialized postgraduate course designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to manage and lead healthcare organizations effectively. The program emphasizes the critical aspects of healthcare management, including leadership, finance, policy, and quality improvement. 

  1. Healthcare Management Principles: The curriculum provides a comprehensive understanding of healthcare management principles, including organizational behavior, strategic planning, and resource management.

  2. Healthcare Policy and Economics: Students gain insights into healthcare policy and economics, exploring the impact of policies on healthcare delivery and financial sustainability.

  3. Quality Improvement in Healthcare: The program focuses on quality improvement methodologies, equipping students with the tools to enhance healthcare services and patient outcomes.

  4. Leadership and Communication: Students develop leadership and communication skills essential for managing healthcare teams and fostering a collaborative work environment.

  5. Healthcare Finance and Budgeting: The program covers financial management in healthcare, budgeting, and financial decision-making for effective resource allocation.

  6. Healthcare Governance and Ethics: Students examine the legal and ethical considerations in healthcare governance, ensuring compliance and responsible decision-making.

  7. Practical Experience: The program may include a practical placement or internship, providing students with real-world experience in healthcare management settings.

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Location

Glasgow

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

£ 25980

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

  • Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
  • English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
    • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
    • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
    • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
  • Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies. 

  1. University of Glasgow International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It provides a tuition fee discount for postgraduate programs at the University of Glasgow.
  2. Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
  3. GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
  4. Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
  5. Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
  6. Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
  7. Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.

Graduates of the MSc Health Services Management program have diverse and promising career opportunities in the healthcare sector.

  1. Healthcare Manager/Administrator: Graduates can work as healthcare managers or administrators in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations, overseeing daily operations and ensuring efficient delivery of services.

  2. Health Policy Analyst: The program prepares students for roles as health policy analysts, working with government agencies or healthcare organizations to develop and evaluate healthcare policies.

  3. Quality Improvement Specialist: Graduates may pursue careers as quality improvement specialists, implementing evidence-based practices to enhance healthcare service quality.

  4. Healthcare Consultant: Graduates can work as healthcare consultants, advising healthcare organizations on management strategies and process improvements.

  5. Healthcare Project Manager: The program equips students to become project managers, leading and coordinating healthcare initiatives and projects.

  6. Healthcare Finance Analyst: Graduates can work in financial management roles in healthcare, analyzing budgets and financial data to optimize resource utilization.


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