M.Sc. Health Economics and Outcomes Research
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
M.Sc. Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and specialized training in evaluating healthcare interventions, economic modelling, and patient outcomes. This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. This program equips students with the skills to assess healthcare policies, design cost-effectiveness analyses, and generate data-driven insights to improve healthcare systems globally. enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Health Economics and Outcomes Research along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and as specified
- Bachelor’s degree in medicine, Pharmacy, Public Health, Life Sciences, Economics, or related fields with a minimum of 50% aggregate from a recognized institution.
Semester | Name of the Subject |
Semester 1 | Fundamentals of Health Economics, Principles of Public Health, Biostatistics, Research Methods in HEOR, Practical: Statistical Analysis in Healthcare |
Semester 2 | Cost-Effectiveness Analysis, Pharmacoeconomics, Healthcare Systems and Policy Analysis, Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Practical: Economic Modeling |
Semester 3 | Advanced Outcomes Research Methods, Real-World Evidence and Big Data in HEOR, Behavioral Economics in Healthcare, Regulatory and Ethical Issues in HEOR, Practical: Case Studies in Health Economics |
Semester 4 | Internship in HEOR, Thesis/Research Project, Advanced Health Policy Analysis, Entrepreneurship and Leadership in HEOR |
- Analyze Health Systems: Acquire expertise in evaluating health systems using economic principles to optimize resource allocation.
- Conduct Cost-Effectiveness Studies: Demonstrate proficiency in performing cost-effectiveness and outcomes research for healthcare interventions.
- Influence Policy: Develop skills to inform and shape healthcare policies through data-driven health economics insights.
- Utilize Advanced Tools: Leverage statistical software and real-world data to model healthcare outcomes and economic impacts.
- Drive Global Health Solutions: Adapt to international healthcare frameworks, contributing to global health improvements and equitable access.
- Certification in Pharmacoeconomics: Advanced training in evaluating drug therapies and their economic impact.
- Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Certification: Focused training in assessing the value of medical technologies and interventions.
- Big Data and Real-World Evidence Analytics: Specialized skills in leveraging data for healthcare decision-making.
- Advanced Economic Modeling Certification: Proficiency in building complex economic models for health systems.
- Policy Analysis Certification: Training in designing and analyzing healthcare policies and their societal impact.
- Ph.D. in Health Economics or Outcomes Research
- Postgraduate Diploma in Health Policy and Management
- Fellowship in Health Technology Assessment
- Advanced Certifications in Real-World Evidence or Healthcare Analytics
| Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range (per annum) |
| 0–3 years | Health Economist, Outcomes Research Analyst | ₹5,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 |
| 3–5 years | Senior Health Economist, HTA Specialist | ₹8,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 |
| 5–10 years | Health Policy Advisor, Outcomes Research Manager | ₹12,00,000 – ₹18,00,000 |
| 10+ years | Director of HEOR, Chief Health Economist | ₹18,00,000+ |
