B.A. International Healthcare Management
IU International University of Applied Sciences - Online Studies
Key Information
Campus location
Online
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
36 - 72 months
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
EUR 1,612 / per year *
Application deadline
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Introduction
Bridge the gap between developed and developing countries, support digitalisation efforts or promote equal access to quality healthcare services – the Bachelor’s in International Healthcare Management programme gives you the chance to build a career with a real impact on the world. By building a career dedicated to improving healthcare systems around the globe, you can expect exciting new challenges on a constant basis, as well as the chance to develop healthcare projects around the world. Develop the knowledge and skills you’ll need for a successful career in the field of healthcare, and work in NGOs, government agencies or hospital management boards.
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Curriculum
In the Bachelor’s in International Healthcare Management study programme, you’ll focus on developing healthcare sector-specific business administration and management knowledge and familiarity. You’ll explore the principles of pharmaceutical component development, hospital management, international healthcare systems and international healthcare management. Afterwards, you’ll have the option to choose the specialisations that will develop your skills in a way that matches your interest: be it by diving into the structure of the Pharmaceutical Industry, learning about the way medical technology is designed or simply by dedicating your time to working on your business development abilities. Regardless of the specialisations you choose, you’ll finish your studies with a strong understanding of the way in which international healthcare companies operate.
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Electives Overview
Elective A
In your 5th semester, you'll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:
- Medical Technology Industry
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Health Services Industry
Elective B
In your 6th semester, you'll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:
- Medical Technology Industry
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Health Services Industry
- Accounting, Financing and Investment
- Applied Sales
- Business Intelligence
- Change and Agile Management
- Global Sourcing and Supply Chain Management
- Intercultural Psychology and CRM
- Leadership and Organizational Behavior
- Market Research and Product Management
- Online and Social Media Marketing
- Studium Generale
Elective C
In your 6th semester, you'll need to choose an elective module, which you can choose from one of the following modules:
- Medical Technology Industry
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Health Services Industry
- Accounting, Financing and Investment
- Applied Sales
- Business Intelligence
- Change and Agile Management
- Global Sourcing and Supply Chain Management
- Intercultural Psychology and CRM
- Leadership and Organizational Behavior
- Market Research and Product Management
- Studium Generale
- Online and Social Media Marketing
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Career Opportunities
Once you’ve graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in International Healthcare Management, you’ll be well-positioned to embark on a career in the business and managerial departments of different healthcare companies, organisations and agencies. Depending on the electives you chose during your studies, and on the healthcare industry aspects you are most interested in, you can find a position in pharmaceutical companies, hospitals or rehabilitation centres. You could work as:
Product Manager
Product Managers are responsible for all tasks involving a specific product or service. From planning, designing and coordinating between different departments, to managing quality and taking care of after-sales: as a Product Manager, you’ll find yourself working on launching new medicine, medical devices or insurance policies. Combine business skills, a hunger for success and familiarity with the healthcare sector, and develop the basis for kickstarting a fast-paced international career.
Quality Manager
As a Quality Manager, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that strict protocols are followed when it comes to the production, design and manufacturing of medical products, be they medicinal components or machines. You’ll perform tests, analyse performance, keep detailed documentation, train staff and work together with healthcare authorities to assure that patients receive high-quality medical goods and services.
Market Access Manager
Breaking into new markets, or introducing new medical supplies and technologies into the market, is especially challenging in the healthcare world. That’s where you, as an expert Market Access Manager, come into the picture. Support development teams and product managers in their efforts to bring their hard work to the public, and promote new treatments that will help patients who need them. You’ll use your strong familiarity with various sales channels, bureaucratic blockers and legal channels to expand medical products’ reach.
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Accreditations, Rankings, and Memberships
AccreditationIU International University of Applied Sciences has received system accreditation from EQAR, FIBAA, the German Accreditation Council, the German Council of Science and Humanities, and WES Canada. This means their courses, faculty and teaching material all match the rigorous standards that have been set for them and they can now accredit their own programmes. | |
Cambridge Assessment International Education / High School Diploma A-LevelsIU is the first online university partner of Cambridge International's high school diploma A-Levels. Students now have a chance to earn a high school diploma while studying for a bachelor’s degree – with no additional cost. The A-Levels is a unique 12-month course with a 150-hour workload, which you take alongside your bachelor courses. The A-Levels concludes with an exam that can be retaken an infinite number of times. | |
Awards and RankingsIU is the first German university to get 99/100 on the QS Stars Report, but they also topped 6 out of 25 categories in Germany’s largest university ranking by CHE. Recently IU’s online MBA programmes ranked 26th in Europe in the prestigious QS Online MBA Rankings, an impressive achievement and recognition on the international stage. | |
MembershipsIU is a member of the Business Graduate’s Association, Online Learning Consortium, AASCB, and UNESCO's Global Education Coalition. These memberships give them connections to other institutions, companies, and NGOs as well as top-tier degree programmes and lifelong learning development courses. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, IU helps students in need to continue their education and pursue lifelong learning. |
Global Recognition and Academic Partners
Global RecognitionAs IU is recognised by WES Canada and U.S., their degrees can be converted into points according to local academic standards in the Canadian Immigration Point System and American Immigration Assessment Scheme. In April 2023, IU became the first German university to be a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the only public authority in India that ascertains foreign institutions. This means that their on-campus programmes are recognised by employers across India and other Commonwealth Nations. |
Academic PartnersThrough partnerships with academic institutions from all around the world, IU offers a more affordable way for students to study and live abroad. The IU Study Abroad Alliance lets students start a degree online at IU and complete it at a partner university in the US, Canada, Australia or Europe, where career opportunities are aplenty. |