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University of Newcastle

  • 16% international / 84% domestic

Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy (Global)

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy (Global) provides a global orientation for professionals within the healthcare sector. It provides a practical toolkit of leadership and management skills as well as analytical and conceptual knowledge of health economics, policy and governance.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Course Code
40261, 102442C
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Jan, May, Aug
International Fees
$38,945 per year / $77,890 total

About this course

The Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy (Global) provides a global orientation for professionals within the healthcare sector. It provides a practical toolkit of leadership and management skills as well as analytical and conceptual knowledge of health economics, policy and governance.

The program has been developed in response to the increasingly difficult global challenges arising within the healthcare sectors. By developing your leadership and management skills and your understanding of the economics and governance of health policies, you will be equipped to respond innovatively to these international challenges.

The program will foster new skills for those already employed within the sector, as well as adding value to future employees yet to enter the sector.

Study locations

Newcastle - Callaghan

Newcastle City

What you will learn

The Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy focuses on advancing your knowledge of:

  • Health economics, management and policy
  • Complex problem-solving within the health sector
  • Stakeholder communication and decision making in the healthcare sector
  • Health Leadership
  • Cross- cultural management
  • Data analytics
  • Public policy and health organisation
  • Global health.

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Career pathways

As a graduate, you will be able to take advantage of an increasing demand within the national and international health sector for executives, managers, professionals, administrators and analysts.

You will be able to seek out career advancement opportunities for mid-high level positions within hospitals and Local Health Districts, government departments, university departments, research bodies, medical supply and pharmaceutical companies, health insurers, regulatory agencies, integrated care organisations, and not-for-profit organisations.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at University of Newcastle.
83.1%
Overall satisfaction
86.7%
Skill scale
71.3%
Teaching scale
88.2%
Employed full-time
$111.5k
Average salary