Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management

Overview

Drive Healthcare Excellence: Lead, Innovate, and Transform

The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management prepares the next generation of leaders for the rapidly evolving healthcare sector. The program equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage healthcare organizations, improve health service delivery, and lead healthcare teams in complex environments. 

Aligned with the mission of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University to deliver high-quality education through an advanced smart learning environment, the program combines health systems knowledge with modern management and leadership practices. Learners gain a strong understanding of healthcare systems, organizational management, healthcare quality, and operational decision-making. The program emphasizes leadership, innovation, digital transformation, and evidence-based management to prepare graduates for management roles across hospitals, health authorities, primary care organizations, and other healthcare institutions. 

Who is This Program For?

For individuals aspiring to excel in managing healthcare services and organizations.

This program is ideal for learners who wish to pursue careers in healthcare leadership, healthcare operations, and health services management. It is particularly suitable for individuals interested in managing healthcare services, improving healthcare systems, and leading healthcare organizations. 

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    Health Services Manager
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    Hospital Operations Manager
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    Healthcare Quality Manager
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    Health Systems Manager
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    Healthcare Project Manager
  • Patient Services Manager  icon
    Patient Services Manager
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    Healthcare Program Coordinator
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    Health Facility Manager
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    Healthcare Operations Analyst

What You Will Learn

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Program Learning Goals

Graduates of this program will gain a strong foundation in:

  • Healthcare systems, health policy, regulations and global health concepts  

  • Healthcare management principles, organizational operations, and strategic planning 

  • Healthcare quality, performance improvement and patient safety

  • Social, behavioral, ethical, and legal aspects of healthcare  

  • Innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation in healthcare 

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Program Learning Outcomes

This program equips learners with the ability to:

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Analyze healthcare challenges using data, evidence, and research methods  

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Apply leadership, management, and decision-making skills in healthcare settings  

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Use digital health tools and health information systems to support decision-making  

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Communicate effectively and work collaboratively within healthcare teams  

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Apply ethical and professional practices in managing healthcare services 

Study Plan

Explore the study plan to understand your academic journey, course structure, and progression toward successful program completion.

Detailed Study Plan Table

COURSE CODE
COURSE NAME
CREDIT HOURS
STUDY MODE
MATH001
Remedial Mathematics
0
Online
-
Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
3
Online
ENGL101
English I
3
Online
MATH101
General Mathematics
3
Online
HLTH101
Health and Wellbeing
3
Online
-
Personal Finance
3
Online
ENGL102
English II
3
Online
HADM101
Medical Terminology
3
Online
SOCL104
UAE Studies
3
Online
-
Sustainability and Circular Economy
3
Online
-
Data Management and Analysis
3
Online
ACCT101
Principles of Accounting
3
Online
HADM201
Social and Behavioural Aspects of Health
3
Online
HADM202
Principles of Healthcare and Diseases
3
Online
HADM203
Principles of Healthcare Management
3
Online
HADM204
Biostatistics and Epidemiology
3
Online
FINC201
Principles of Financial Management
3
Online
HADM205
Health Information Systems Management
3
Online
HADM206
Hospital Operations Management
3
Online
HADM207
Organization of Health Services
3
Online
HADM208
Ethical and Legal Aspects of Healthcare
3
Online
INEN301
Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
3
Online
HADM301
Research Methods for Health Studies
3
Online
HADM302
Introduction to Global Health
3
Online
HADM303
Health Economics
3
Online
HADM308
Healthcare Marketing
3
Online
HADM309
Health Workforce Management
3
Online
HADM310
Leadership for Health Professionals
3
Online
HADM311
Health Technology Assessment
3
Online
HADM312
Patient Safety and Risk Assessment
3
Online
ELECTIVE
Elective
3
Online
HADM401
Healthcare Finance and Insurance
3
Online
HADM402
Advanced Healthcare Management
3
Online
HADM403
Quality in Healthcare
3
Online
HADM404
Strategic Planning for Healthcare
3
Online
ELECTIVE2
Elective 2
3
Online
HADM405
Health Policy
3
Online
HADM406
Internship in Health Management
3
Online
HADM407
Healthcare Project Management
3
Online
HADM409
Digital Health & AI for Healthcare
3
Online
ELECTIVE3
Elective 3
3
Online
HADM304
Infection Control
3
Online
HADM305
AI Governance of Healthcare
3
Online
HADM306
Environmental Health
3
Online
HADM307
Primary Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Management
3
Online
HADM408
Occupational Health and Safety
3
Online
HADM410
Telemedicine and Remote Monitoring Systems
3
Online
HADM411
Lean Six Sigma
3
Online
HADM412
Health Data Analytics
3
Online
HADM413
Communication Skills for Health Professionals
3
Online
HADM414
Crisis and Emergency Management
3
Online