Digital Healthcare Management, Master of Business Administration

Distance learning program @ Fresenius University of Applied Sciences 

👉 The distance learning programme Digital Healthcare Management (MBA) is aimed at professionals and executives in the healthcare sector who wish to deepen their expertise in health management and digitalisation. The course provides comprehensive knowledge in personnel management, health economics, change management, and digital leadership. Specialisations can be chosen through elective modules such as Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Digital Business Modeling, IT Security, and E-Health. This flexible distance learning programme is state-recognised, accredited, and can be started without a numerus clausus, even without a school-leaving certificate (Abitur) given appropriate professional experience. Upon successful completion, students receive the internationally recognised MBA degree as well as access to international certificates from Arizona State University®.

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 Master of Business Administration (MBA)
⏳ Duration 3 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 90 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Project management, personnel management and development, modern controlling, health economics, managed care, quality management in healthcare, digitalisation of the healthcare system, information systems in healthcare, change management and digital leadership, e-health and telemedicine, artificial intelligence in healthcare, data science management, digital business modelling, design thinking, IT security and compliance, health and medical technologies, research methods and tools, empirical research project
📚 Electives Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Digital Business Modeling, IT Security and Compliance, E-Health and Telemedicine
📍 Location online
📅 Enrollment Anytime
💶 Fees
from 405 € monthly
from 12510 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.hs-fresenius.de

Requirements and Target Group

The MBA programme Digital Healthcare Management is aimed at professionals with initial experience in healthcare or related fields who wish to acquire management and digitalisation knowledge for leadership positions. The target groups are primarily specialists and managers from hospitals, medical care centres, health insurance companies, healthcare IT, medical technology, or management consultancy who want to actively contribute to the digital transformation of the healthcare sector. Persons planning or leading projects on digitalisation in healthcare and wishing to academically expand their competencies also benefit from the programme.

What admission requirements apply for the distance learning programme?

To be admitted to the MBA Digital Healthcare Management, you need a completed university degree (Bachelor, Diplom or Magister) with at least 180 ECTS credits. Additionally, you must have at least one year of qualified professional experience in a relevant field. The professional experience should have been gained in healthcare, the healthcare industry, IT for healthcare or in an interface function between healthcare professions and digitalisation.

  • With 180 ECTS in the first degree: 3 years of professional experience required
  • With 210 ECTS in the first degree: 2 years of professional experience required
  • With 240 ECTS in the first degree: 1 year of professional experience required

Alternatively, if you have a university entrance qualification, completed vocational training in the healthcare sector and at least two years of relevant professional experience, admission via an aptitude test is possible. Additionally, programme-specific proof may be required, such as CP in economics, technology or proof of English language skills (at least B2 level).

You should have a pronounced interest in digital technologies as well as in management and leadership tasks in healthcare. Analytical thinking skills, willingness for independent, practice-oriented learning and openness to change processes are helpful. Experience in handling digital tools in professional everyday life, communication skills and the ability to work in a team support your study success. Self-motivation, determination and the ability to independently acquire knowledge are particularly important for a distance learning programme with a high proportion of online elements.

Study Content in Detail

In the MBA programme Digital Healthcare Management at Hochschule Fresenius, you acquire solid competencies at the interface of management, digitalisation and healthcare. The curriculum comprises the following core content:

  • Project Management: Planning, implementation and control of digitalisation projects in healthcare
  • Personnel Management and Development: Leading and developing teams in digitally shaped organisations
  • Modern Controlling and Health Economics: Economic management and cost control in the healthcare sector
  • Managed Care and Quality Management: Development, implementation and control of quality-oriented care concepts
  • Digitalisation of Healthcare and Information Systems: Construction, operation and evaluation of IT systems and digital processes in the healthcare sector
  • E-Health and Telemedicine: Application and management of digital care models as well as remote treatment
  • Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare & Data Science Management: Use of AI, data analysis and business model development in medical and organisational contexts
  • Digital Business Modelling: Development of digital business models in the healthcare market
  • IT Security and Compliance: Legal framework, data protection and security management
  • Change Management and Digital Leadership: Leading and accompanying change processes in the course of digital transformation
  • Design Thinking: Innovation methods for the development of user-centred digital solutions
  • Health and Medical Technologies: Analysis, introduction and management of innovative technologies in healthcare
  • Research Methods and Empirical Research Project: Scientific methods for analysing and solving current issues

You have the opportunity to set individual specialisations through elective modules, for example in the areas of E-Health and Telemedicine, Data Science Management or Health and Medical Technologies.

How the Distance Learning Programme Works

The programme is designed completely as a distance learning course and is planned over a duration of 3 to 6 semesters. Depending on your personal learning pace, various time models are available. The organisation takes place independently of location with digital learning materials, online lectures and virtual seminars. You can take exams flexibly online – also in the evenings or at weekends. Individual study coaches support you throughout the entire course of study. Practice-oriented projects and an empirical research project ensure the application of your knowledge in a professional context. Enrolment is possible every month – you can start at any time.

Career Prospects & Employment Opportunities After Graduation

As a graduate of the MBA Digital Healthcare Management, a wide range of career opportunities are open to you in a dynamically growing sector. Typical fields of activity include:

  • Management positions in medical care centres, clinics or health insurance companies
  • Positions as Chief Digital Officer (CDO) or project management for digitalisation initiatives in the healthcare sector
  • Specialist responsibility in IT or digitalisation departments of hospitals, medical care centres (MVZs) or social insurance providers
  • Consulting activities for the implementation of digital business models and technologies
  • Leadership of change management processes and the introduction of digitally supported care models

The step into self-employment – for example as a consultant for healthcare IT or as an innovator in the field of E-Health and Telemedicine – is also an option.

Your Campus: Study Wherever You Want

The MBA programme is offered as a pure distance learning course. You learn digitally and flexibly – from home or anywhere in the world. Hochschule Fresenius offers the entire organisation, support and exam participation online. Study coaches as well as the Online Study Centre are available to assist you with technical and organisational questions. There are no mandatory on-site events. If required, you can use support services or optional networking meetings at the university’s locations throughout Germany.

Costs and Financing Options

The tuition fees for the MBA Digital Healthcare Management at Hochschule Fresenius amount to a total of €12,510, payable in 18 monthly instalments of €695 each. Depending on the chosen schedule, it is also possible to make payments in smaller instalments.

By using discount codes, you can receive a reduction on the tuition fees. The price includes all digital learning materials, access to the online library, study guidance, and exam fees.

Various financing options are available, including accessing the Aufstiegs-BAföG, student loans (such as the KfW student loan), scholarships, and potential employer sponsorship. Additional costs only arise for optional in-person events or travel expenses if you choose to participate in these offerings.

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