Master of Health Science (Health Services Management)

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Health Services Management equips professionals in health science settings with critical thinking, analytical skills, and practical experience in community development and health promotion. Graduates are prepared to lead and manage in the healthcare industry, responding effectively to evolving challenges and implementing innovative initiatives. The program's focus on policy analysis, economic evaluation, and epidemiology provides a comprehensive foundation for success in various health-related careers.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Science (Health Services Management)

is designed for professionals working in a variety of health science settings, including both government and non-government organizations. The program emphasizes critical and analytical skills in policy analysis, economic evaluation, and epidemiology, providing graduates with the ability to respond creatively to changes as they arise. Students develop practical skills in community development and health promotion programs and complete research and practical experience in evaluating a contemporary issue in health science. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to be health managers who remain up to date with emerging business developments and evaluate and implement appropriate initiatives in the health care setting.

Outline:

This program's structure is outlined in the program handbook.

Careers:

As a graduate of this degree, individuals can pursue a broad range of career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Potential career paths include:

• Health services management
• Aged care management
• Health planning
• International health
• Health promotion
• Occupational and environmental hygiene
• Research studies