MALLA REDDY VISHWAVIDYAPEETH

Deemed to be University, Hyderabad

Recognised under section 3 of The UGC Act, 1956, vide Notification No.9-4/2024-U.3(A) by
Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India.

M.Sc. Health Policy & Management

This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines

Course Overview

The M.Sc. Health Policy & Management program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is a postgraduate course designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the healthcare sector by equipping them with the knowledge and skills to analyze, design, and implement health policies and manage healthcare organizations effectively. This program combines public health principles, management strategies, and policy analysis to address complex challenges in healthcare systems.

This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. The curriculum emphasizes healthcare policy formulation, strategic management, financial planning, and health program evaluation. Students gain hands-on experience through internships and research projects, enabling them to excel in various healthcare leadership roles in public, private, and international health organizations, pursue further higher studies & do research in Health Policy & Management along with plenty of job opportunities globally.

Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Skilled professionals in Health Policy and Management’, enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Health Policy & Management program along with plenty of job opportunities globally.

Course Details

Description: 2 Years Degree Program

No. of Seats: 20

No. of Credits: 80 minimum & as specified

A B.Sc. degree in Public Health, Economics, Management, Life Sciences, or an equivalent field with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.

Semester

Name of the Subject

Semester 1

Foundations of Health Policy

Basics of Healthcare Management

Health Economics and Financing

Biostatistics for Health Policy

Practical: Health System Mapping

Semester 2

Strategic Healthcare Management

Health Policy Analysis and Development

Global Health Systems and Policies

Research Methodology

Practical: Policy Drafting and Analysis

Semester 3

Healthcare Leadership and Governance

Program Monitoring and Evaluation

Behavioral Economics in Healthcare

Innovations in Health Systems

Practical: Program Implementation and Evaluation

Semester 4

Thesis/Research Project: Independent research on a health policy or management topic.

Internship: Practical exposure in government health departments

hospitals, or international health organizations focusing on health policy

resource management, or program evaluation.

  • Health Policy Development: Proficiency in designing, evaluating, and implementing effective health policies.
  • Strategic Healthcare Management: Expertise in managing healthcare systems, resources, and operations.
  • Economic Analysis in Healthcare: Skills to evaluate healthcare financing and resource allocation models.
  • Program Monitoring and Evaluation: Competence in assessing the impact of health interventions and programs.
  • Leadership and Governance: Ability to lead and manage healthcare organizations effectively.
  • Global Health Perspective: Insights into global health systems and policies to address international health challenges.
  • Certification in Health Policy Analysis and Advocacy: Training in evaluating and promoting evidence-based policies.
  • Certification in Strategic Healthcare Leadership: Advanced skills for leading health organizations.
  • Certification in Healthcare Quality and Safety Management: Focus on ensuring high standards in healthcare delivery.
  • Certification in Global Health Systems and Policies: Insights into addressing global health challenges.
  • Certification in Healthcare Financial Management: Skills to optimize financial resources in healthcare systems.
  • Ph.D. in Health Policy and Management or related fields.
  • Fellowship in Global Health Leadership.
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Health Systems Strengthening.
  • Advanced certifications in Healthcare Innovation or Public Health Administration.

Duration

Roles and Responsibilities

Salary Range

0-3 years

Health Policy Analyst, Healthcare Manager, Program Coordinator

₹5,50,000 – ₹8,00,000 per annum

3-5 years

Senior Policy Advisor, Operations Manager, Project Manager

₹8,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum

5-10 years

Health Systems Specialist, Director of Operations, Research Scientist

₹12,00,000 – ₹18,00,000 per annum

10+ years

Chief Health Policy Advisor, Director of Healthcare Services

₹18,00,000+ per annum

 

Fee Structure Per Academic Year

Tuition FeeMiscellaneous FeeScholarship     
125000 ₹10000 ₹Above 90% –  25000 ₹Between 81-90%12500 ₹Between 71-80%6250  ₹