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The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Health management under the number 1156323c. Who is the Bachelor's Distance Learning Programme in Health Management Suitable For?
The distance learning programme in Health Management is aimed at professionals in the healthcare sector who want to specifically expand their management skills. It is also suitable for career changers from other industries who aspire to a leadership or coordinating role in the health sector. Additionally, school leavers with a (technical) university entrance qualification who plan an early career in health management, as well as experienced employees interested in operational processes, communication, sales, consulting, or digitisation in the healthcare sector, belong to the core target group.
Which Admission Criteria Must You Meet?
Three admission routes are offered for the Bachelor's degree in Health Management at Euro-FH:
- With A-levels or technical college entrance qualification: admission without further requirements, no numerus clausus restriction.
- Without A-levels, with a subject-specific advanced training examination: you will be admitted upon proof of a successfully completed advanced training examination according to § 2 para. 1 or § 2 para. 2 BBHZVO. This includes, for example, specialist business administrators, masters, as well as state-certified business economists.
- Without A-levels, with vocational training: you can also apply without a university entrance qualification if you have completed at least a two-year recognised vocational training and can subsequently prove at least three years of professional experience. An aptitude test will be conducted by the university before starting the programme.
Recognition of prior learning is also possible. Already completed advanced training (e.g. IHK qualifications) as well as academic achievements can be credited automatically or individually towards the degree.
You should have a strong interest in the healthcare sector and in management tasks. Important personal prerequisites include analytical thinking, organisational skills, and a willingness to take responsibility. Communication skills as well as openness to digital innovations play a central role. Initial practical experience in the healthcare sector or related industries is advantageous but not essential. For distance learning, you also need high self-motivation as well as the ability to learn in a structured and independent way alongside your job.
What course content can you expect in the Bachelor’s Distance Learning Programme in Health Management?
In the distance learning programme Health Management (B.A.) at the European Distance Learning University Hamburg, you will learn to analyse, manage and further develop the complex healthcare system from a business administration and health sciences perspective. You will acquire comprehensive skills in management, controlling, financing, personnel management and organisation. This knowledge is complemented by essential economic and health economics expertise, specifically tailored to the requirements of the healthcare sector.
- Business Administration Basics: Accounting, financing, controlling, marketing, corporate management
- Health Economics and Healthcare System: Organisation and management of healthcare institutions, German healthcare structures, process management, law
- Digitalisation in Healthcare: Modules on digital transformation, e-health and business process optimisation
- Personnel and Quality Management: Leadership and management in healthcare, quality development, project management
- Communication and Consulting: Health communication, consulting skills, coaching
- Individual Focus Areas: You choose two out of six specialisations according to your career goals:
- Hospital Management
- Workplace Health Promotion
- Prevention & Health Coaching
- Consulting in Healthcare
- Entrepreneurship in Healthcare
- Digital Health Consulting
With this content, you will build a versatile skills profile for the management of health-related organisations and be able to develop digital, innovative and sustainable solutions for current challenges in healthcare.
How is the Health Management Distance Learning Programme at Euro-FH organised?
The course is fully designed for part-time study alongside your career, offering you maximum flexibility in terms of time and place. You can start at any time and set your own learning pace. The standard period of study is 36 or 48 months (with 180 ECTS credits). A change in study duration is possible during the course, as well as a free extension of 18 or 24 months.
- Form of study: distance learning with digital, audiovisual and printed study materials
- Learning platform & digital tools: Support via the online campus, numerous webinars, learning apps and the AI learning companion KILEA (24/7 support)
- Examinations: Can be taken flexibly online every month or at one of ten exam centres nationwide
- Practical phases/seminars: Choice between up to 8 presence days (64 hours) in Hamburg or up to 9 online seminars (maximum 67 hours)
- Personal support: Subject-specific tutors, individual study advisors, dedicated teaching staff
- Recognition options: Previously completed advanced training and further education can be credited up to 50% of study achievements
The course is accredited according to the guidelines of the Accreditation Council. You have access to all modern digital learning methods, enabling you to qualify purposefully independent of time and place.
What career prospects and professional opportunities can you expect after graduation?
With a Bachelor of Arts in Health Management, you will take on responsible management tasks in healthcare. You will be attractive to all health-related organisations and companies seeking professionals with an understanding of economic, organisational and digital processes.
- Management positions in hospitals and clinics: Operational organisation, budget control, process optimisation, patient care
- Health promotion in companies: Establishing and managing prevention and health programmes in the corporate context
- Management of care and rehabilitation facilities: Quality management, personnel management, technology integration
- Practice and care management: Administration and organisation of medical practices, medical care centres or outpatient facilities
- Project work in health insurance companies and insurers: Development and evaluation of health and prevention offerings
- Positions in the pharmaceutical industry: Product management, marketing, sales
- Consulting and coaching in healthcare: Advising medical institutions, corporate communication, business coaching
- Company founding: Starting innovative business models, for example in digital health consulting or prevention services
In addition, all business administration career fields in the health sector are open to you – from management to (specialist) consulting and self-employment. Thanks to your in-depth knowledge of digitalisation, you are well equipped for future developments.
How is the study location and spatial organisation of the Health Management course regulated?
The course is offered fully online at the European Distance Learning University Hamburg (Euro-FH). You can complete most of the teaching sessions, learning materials and examinations independently of location and digitally. Access to the online campus and the AI learning companion KILEA is available to you at all times.
- Study location: Predominantly online (distance learning model)
- Attendance phases (optional): Compact seminars are offered optionally as up to 8 days of in-person events in Hamburg (total 64 hours) or as up to 9 online seminars (max. 67 hours)
- Examinations: Monthly online or at ten exam centres nationwide
The flexible organisation and the choice between on-site or online seminars enable you to best balance your studies with your career and personal life.
What cost model applies – and what financing options are available?
The total costs for the Bachelor’s distance learning programme in Health Management at Euro-FH amount to €15,216, payable as a monthly fee of €317 (example for the standard study period of 48 months, other models/early booking discounts possible). Individual payment models starting at €209/month are available for longer study durations.
- Monthly fee from €317; price reduction possible through recognition of previous achievements
- Free extension of 18 or 24 months included
- Discount campaigns (e.g. early booking discount)
- Financing options:
- Funding such as BAföG (subject to eligibility)
- Employer subsidies and tax reductions
- Installment payment plans and individual payment agreements
- Recognition of already provided prior achievements (up to 50% cost savings possible)
- Scholarships and education funds – can be applied for depending on personal circumstances
- 4-week trial month free of charge at the start of studies
Note: Euro-FH offers extensive advice on all financing and recognition options to tailor the course individually to your life circumstances.
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