Healthcare Management, Bachelor of Arts

Distance learning program @ Fresenius University of Applied Sciences 

👉 The Bachelor's degree programme in Healthcare Management is aimed at organisational talents who wish to combine processes in healthcare with health management and economics. In the distance learning course, you will acquire knowledge in economics, controlling, business law, digitalisation in healthcare, and sustainable leadership. Specialisations such as hospital management, managed care, or supply management can be chosen. The programme is designed to be flexible and enables working professionals to plan their studies independently of time. Entry requirements are the Allgemeine Hochschulreife (Abitur), Fachhochschulreife (Fachabitur), or a professional qualification with relevant work experience. The Bachelor of Arts degree is nationally recognised. International certificates from the cooperation partner ASU complement the qualification.

At a Glance

🏫 University Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, UAS based in Idstein (Germany)
Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is one of Germany's largest private universities with campuses in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Idstein, Cologne, Munich and Wiesbaden. It offers practice-oriented bachelor's and master's degree programs in the fields of chemistry & biology, business & media, health & social affairs and design, as well as training and continuing education. Studies are possible on a full-time, part-time and distance learning basis.
🎓 Field of Study Health SciencesHealth Management
📜 Degree Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
⏳ Duration 6 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 180 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Compulsory and elective modules from, among others, the following areas and disciplines: Fundamentals of Economics, Quantitative Methods – Business and Labor Law, CSR and Sustainable Corporate Management, Basics of Medicine, Health Policy and Social Law, Quality Management in Healthcare, Prevention and Care Management, Marketing and Market Research, Hospital Management, IT in Healthcare, Human Resource Management, Organisation and Operational Planning; two specialisation options to choose from: Hospital Management or Managed Care, E-Health and Care Management; Bachelor’s Thesis
📚 Electives Hospital management, managed care, e-health, and care management
📍 Location online
📅 Enrollment Anytime
💶 Fees
from 215 € monthly
from 13500 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.hs-fresenius.de

Who is the distance learning course Management in Healthcare suitable for?

The distance learning course Management in Healthcare is aimed at individuals who wish to take on administrative, organisational or strategic tasks in the medical and health sector. It targets professionals from the healthcare sector who aspire to a leadership position, as well as career changers interested in the combination of management and healthcare economics. The programme is also suitable for school leavers with a university entrance qualification as well as professionally qualified individuals who want to scientifically advance their career in healthcare. Typical fields of employment after graduation include hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, care centres, health authorities, consulting or health insurance companies.

What formal admission requirements do you have to meet?

To gain admission to the Bachelor’s degree Management in Healthcare at Hochschule Fresenius, you must fulfil one of the following conditions:

  • General university entrance qualification (Abitur) or advanced technical college entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife)
  • Subject-specific university entrance qualification in a relevant subject area
  • Completed vocational training of at least 2 years plus at least 2 years of professional experience in a related field and a passed subject-specific university entrance examination
  • Master craftsman’s examination, qualification as a specialist, technician or business economist (at least 400 lessons) in a relevant professional field, also with a passed university entrance examination
  • For intermediate school leaving certificate and completed vocational training of at least 3 years (final grade 2.5 or better), entry to studies is possible after passing a corresponding study agreement (e.g. achieving 18 credit points in the 1st semester)

If there is no university entrance qualification, an individual selection process usually takes place, which may also include advisory interviews and examination components. Professionally acquired prior achievements can be credited after verification.

You should have an interest in business management and healthcare-specific contexts, problem-solving skills and a willingness to engage with study content independently and in an organised manner. Analytical skills, communication strength as well as empathy towards patients and various stakeholders are helpful. Since the course is completed as a part-time distance learning programme, you need good time management, self-discipline and the willingness to continuously further your education over a longer period. Experience in the healthcare sector is an advantage but not strictly necessary.

Study Content in Detail

In the distance learning programme Management in Healthcare (B.A.) at Hochschule Fresenius, you will engage with key topics in the healthcare economy and acquire practice-relevant skills for leadership roles in healthcare. The study content is broadly based and includes:

  • Economic Fundamentals: Business administration, controlling, financing and business informatics
  • Quantitative Methods: Statistics, data analysis and the application of quantitative evaluation methods
  • Legal Aspects: Commercial and labour law, social law
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainable Corporate Governance: Sustainability and ethical responsibility in health management
  • Basics of Medicine and Public Health: Overview of the German healthcare system and relevant medical conditions
  • Health Policy: Structures, management and financing of health systems
  • Quality Management: Methods to ensure and develop quality standards in healthcare
  • Prevention and Care Management: Developments in prevention, disease management and care concepts
  • Marketing and Market Research in Healthcare: Target group analysis, market mechanisms and development of marketing strategies
  • Personnel Management as well as Organisation and Operational Planning: Work organisation, personnel leadership and personnel development
  • IT in Healthcare: Digital transformation processes, e-health and data management

You have the option to choose two specialisations freely: hospital management, managed care, e-health or care management. In addition, interdisciplinary skills such as academic work, communication methods and presentation techniques are included. The programme concludes with the bachelor thesis.

How is the Distance Learning Organised?

The course is flexibly tailored to you and can be combined with work and everyday life. The programme comprises a total of 180 ECTS and can be completed in different time models:

  • Full-time study: 6 semesters (equivalent to 3 years)
  • Part-time study: Option for 8 up to 12 semesters for maximum flexibility

The distance learning programme is organised entirely online. You decide when and where you study. Exams can often be taken online, sometimes 24/7. You can start every month – there is no classic semester system.

Interaction with lecturers and fellow students takes place via the digital learning platform Canvas. Study coaches support you administratively and academically. Over the course of the studies, you complete compulsory and elective modules and independently work on assignments, term papers or presentations. At the end, you write your bachelor thesis on an individual topic.

Career Prospects & Job Opportunities as a Healthcare Manager

With the Bachelor’s degree in Management in Healthcare, a variety of fields of activity open up for you:

  • Hospitals and Clinics: Management, controlling, quality or personnel management
  • Pharmaceutical Companies and Medical Technology: Sales, product or project management
  • Care Centres and Outpatient Facilities: Coordination and control of treatment processes
  • Health Departments, Health Insurance Funds and Insurers: Care management, billing, controlling
  • Consulting in the Healthcare Sector: Corporate development, process optimisation
  • Areas such as Prevention, Case Management or E-Health: Development and implementation of digital health projects

Many graduates take on middle and senior management positions in healthcare companies, start in quality or care management or specialise in optimising digitalisation processes in healthcare. The programme also provides the foundation for advanced master’s degree programmes in healthcare management or general management.

Where Do You Study? Online and Flexible – the Virtual Campus Model

The programme “Management in Healthcare” at Hochschule Fresenius takes place entirely online. You are location-independent and can flexibly adapt your studies to your daily life – whether you study from Berlin, Cologne, Munich or another region. All teaching content, scripts, videos and study materials are provided digitally on the Canvas platform. There are no on-site phases or mandatory appointments – only for certain exam formats might travel to a test centre be necessary.

Costs and Financing Options for Your Distance Learning Programme

The monthly tuition fees depend on the chosen schedule:

  • For a duration of 36 months: 375 euros per month, a total of 13,500 euros.
  • Part-time schedules – such as for 48 or 72 months – lead to lower monthly rates (325 euros or 235 euros)

The fees include all digital teaching materials, examination fees, personal support from study coaches, access to the online library, and the acquisition of international certificates, for example, through cooperation agreements with Arizona State University (ASU®).

For financing, you can use traditional models such as BAföG, KfW student loans, the Germany Scholarship, or support from your employer. Fresenius University regularly offers discounts. Installment payments also ensure predictability. A consultation helps with individual financing questions.

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