Master-Distance Learning International Healthcare Management


Start your master’s programme in International Healthcare Management today
Are you interested in the structure and organisation of the healthcare system? Then the master’s programme International Healthcare Management is just right for you! You deepen your technical knowledge and combine it with valuable organisational and management skills. With your degree, you are ready for attractive management positions in medical companies, hospitals or care facilities.
There are two master's programmes to choose from: If you have already completed a bachelor's programme with a subject-related focus, you can deepen your knowledge in the consecutive 120 ECTS master's programme. With professional experience in the medical industry, our 60 ECTS programme is just right for you
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Study programme & degreeMaster of Arts (MA) 60 or 120 ECTS
English
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Application & starting dateStart immediately or anytime
Online application, no application deadlines -
Study duration & extension12-48 months, depending on model
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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 316€/month, depending on model
Regular discount campaigns -
Recognition & ApprovalThe IU International University of applied sciences is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned
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Your study programmes in International Healthcare Management
The International Healthcare Management course is available as a 60 ECTS and 120 ECTS programme:
Your admission requirements for the 60 ECTS programme:
- Completed undergraduate degree
- With 210 ECTS from the first degree: Direct access possible with proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience at the beginning of the study programme.
- With 180 ECTS from a completed first degree: Attendance of courses amounting to 30 ECTS and proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience OR proof of at least two years of qualified professional experience at the beginning of the study programme.
- Proof of your English language skills
Your advantage: Achieve your master's programme in the shortest possible time, building on your professional experience.
Your admission requirements for the 120 ECTS programme:
- Completed, undergraduate studies with an economics or business focus
- If your first degree does not have an economics or business focus, you can be admitted via a master’s entrance exam.
- Proof of your English language skills
Your advantage: Invest a little more time for deeper know-how, building on your bachelor's programme.
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Your advantages in IU Distance Learning
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Connect & interactInnovative tools connect you with your community of students and tutors.
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Professional developmentThis study programme is ideal for your professional development.
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Practice-orientedIn practice-oriented projects, you get to apply your knowledge directly.
Your electives in the master’s programme International Healthcare Management
Study as practice-oriented as possible: In the master’s programme International Healthcare Management you choose your direction according to your interests. In the 60 ECTS programme you choose one of 13 elective modules: For example digital health, sales management or consumer behavior and research. In the 120 ECTS programme you choose two out of 13 compulsory elective modules to start your future. Modules such as public health, data science and analytics and innovation in pharma and medical zechnology are available to you.
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Find out more about IU and your study programme in your personal brochure.

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- Contents and electives of your programme
- Career opportunities
- Information on financing options
Your professional future
Healthcare Management Consultant
You take over the project management! As a Healthcare Management Consultant, you ensure that projects such as market studies are organized and carried out effectively. You will also advise companies in all steps: from market studies to the development and marketing of new products and technologies.
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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.