Bachelor-Distance Learning
International Healthcare Management
Health is a global megatrend. With your Bachelor's degree in International Healthcare Management, you will be entering a promising industry.


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Medical innovation, digital transformation and a new awareness of health are shaping the healthcare sector on a global scale. Managers have a very special role in this. Your task is to develop strategies to meet epidemiological challenges with scarce resources.
In your Bachelor's online study programme in International Healthcare Management, you will learn which companies and organisations operate in the healthcare market and how they influence healthcare worldwide.
Modern management, health policy and intercultural skills are the core points of your studies. Decide for yourself which electives you would like to equip yourself with for your professional future. You can choose your elective from attractive sectors such as Pharmaceutical Industry, Medical Technology Industry or Healthcare Services. You can also prepare specifically for an in-demand role in this industry, such as Applied Sales, Online Marketing or Business Intelligence.
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100% flexibleYou decide where and when you want to study.
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Versatile & InnovativeYour digital learning journey with personal support!
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Top-level educationFirst-class study programmes with a recommendation rate of 96%.
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Study programme & degreeBachelor of Arts (B.A.) 180 ECTS
English
Full-time or part-time -
Application & starting dateStart immediately or anytime
Online application, no application deadlines -
Study duration & extension36-72 months, depending on model
Extension possible free of charge -
LocationsStudy programme independent of time & place
No mandatory attendance
Innovative study tools available on online-campus & in the IU Learn App
Exams online or at nearest examination centre -
Study feesStarting at 229€/month, depending on model
Regular discount campaigns -
Recognition & ApprovalStudy program is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned
180 ECTS - English
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Your programme overview in the Bachelor's online study programme International Healthcare Management
At the beginning, you deal with the basics of Business Administration. You will learn how to secure funding for exciting projects and drive innovation. You will then get to know international health systems in more detail and dedicate yourself to health policy contexts.
Basic medical knowledge is also part of your studies. You will acquire knowledge in Epidemiology and Biostatistics and learn the best methods to identify promising research areas. Choose from exciting courses such as Pharmaceutical Industry, Medical Technology Industry, Business Intelligence etc. to find the electives that will enrich your professional future.

Your professional future in International Healthcare Management

With your Bachelor's in International Healthcare Management, you are well-prepared for the challenges in globally operating companies in the healthcare industry. You have optimal entry and promotion opportunities in the fields of Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology or Medical Technology. Your skills are also needed in organisations in health care, nursing or rehabilitation, as well as in institutions with health-related planning and design tasks. After graduation, you will be able to work, for example, as a ...
Study model and prices for the Bachelor's online study programme in International Healthcare Management
Depending on your personal or professional situation, full-time study is not always easy to manage. That is why we have also developed part-time programmes for all our degrees, which offer flexible and longer study periods. This way, you can study alongside your job or during your time off, whether at home or abroad. The content of the different models is identical. Depending on the study model, we will adjust your tuition fees accordingly. With the part-time variants, your weekly study workload is reduced.
Can't finish your degree in the allotted time? No problem! We will develop the right study model for everyone. If you realise that you need more time, you can easily switch to another study model with three months’ notice before the end of the month. These are our different study models:
Full-Time
Duration 36 Months
Perfect for students who want to hit the ground running and shorten the period of study by increasing their studying pace.
Part-Time I
Duration 48 Months
Excellent for talented all-rounders who want to give their studies everything they’ve got while holding down a job and keeping down their monthly costs at the same time.
Part-Time II
Duration 72 Months
Ideal for students who would like to take their time completing their course on top of their job and everyday life and keep down the monthly costs of their studies.
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Free trial phase of four weeks*
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Access to online libraries
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Personal assistance from lecturers
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Online campus with innovative study tools
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Access to Statista and LinkedIn Learning
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Individual study and career coaching
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Online exams around the clock
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License for Microsoft Office and Teams
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Flexible extension of study duration

Do you need help with your decision? Your personal study advisor is happy to help you!
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Recognition of Achievements
Have you already completed a training course, studied at a university or gained work experience? Then you have the opportunity to get your previous achievements recognised. By doing so, you save time and tuition fees – namely €30 per recognised ECTS point.

- Shortening your period of study: Skip individual modules or whole semesters!
- Save on tuition fees: You’ll save €30 for every recognised ECTS point
Even before you apply for an online study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our online recognition form.
Send an email to study@iu.org to find out which previous achievements you can get recognised. Make sure you send your application before the end of your 1-month trial. You can get your previous achievements recognised during your studies. However, we can no longer grant you a cost reduction after the end of the trial month.
Entry requirements
Find the right programme for you!
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Personalised & flexible
You get to study whenever, however and wherever you want – thanks to our digital campus, flexible full- and part-time models and exams you can sit online at any time. You even decide when to start your studies!
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State-approved & award-winning
Our study programmes are state-approved and multi-award-winning. That makes us and our students happy – according to Fernstudiencheck.de, they are 96% likely to recommend us.
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Here for you – personally
Get the support you need: via our online campus, you can participate in live sessions, chat with fellow students or benefit from our study and career coaching.
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Practically oriented
Thanks to our wide selection of practically oriented specialisations, you can create your own profile and develop skills for the career you’re dreaming of.
Simply register online for your desired programme.
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