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This program holds accreditation from the Australian College of Health Service Management and caters to managers seeking expertise in modern management practices within healthcare environments. The curriculum covers specialized topics including organizational governance, performance management, healthcare workforce planning, along with quality and safety standards in healthcare.
The Master of Science (Health Services Management) program is specifically designed for professionals across diverse health science sectors, encompassing both public and private organizations. It focuses particularly on cultivating critical thinking and analytical capabilities in areas like policy assessment, economic analysis, and epidemiology, empowering graduates to adapt innovatively to evolving circumstances.
Participants gain hands-on experience in community health initiatives and health promotion strategies, while also conducting research and practical assessments on current health science challenges. Graduates emerge as well-prepared healthcare leaders, capable of staying abreast of industry advancements and implementing effective healthcare solutions.
Duration: 2 years
Master of Health Science (160 credit points)
Applicants must have either
An undergraduate, master or doctoral degree in any discipline
Or
A graduate diploma or graduate certificate in any discipline and three years full-time equivalent work experience in a relevant health-related discipline
Applications from Opal Aged Care employees need to be accompanied by a Statement of Service from Opal Aged Care in order to be eligible for, and processed as, an Opal Aged Care scholarship recipient.
Master of Health Science (120 credit points)
Applicants must have either
An undergraduate degree or a graduate certificate in a relevant health-related discipline
Master of Health Science (80 credit points)
Applicants must have an undergraduate honours, graduate diploma, master or doctoral degree in a relevant health-related discipline.
Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall score (min 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL internet-based score of 82: Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13; Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 58 overall; No communication skills less than 50.