B.Sc. Health Policy & Management
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
The B.Sc. Health Policy & Management program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is an undergraduate course designed to develop future leaders and policymakers in the healthcare industry. This program integrates principles of public health, policy development, and healthcare management to train students in addressing 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 analysis, hospital administration, and leadership in public health. Students gain practical experience in policy evaluation, health program management, and strategic planning for healthcare organizations. With internships and research projects, graduates are prepared for dynamic roles in public health organizations, hospitals, NGOs, and governmental agencies. Enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Health Policy & Management along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Course Details
Description: 4 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 160 minimum and as specified
The minimum eligibility is a pass in 10+2 with at least 50% marks in any stream (preferably with Economics, Biology, or Management) from a recognized board (CBSE/ISC/PUC) or equivalent.
The B.Sc. Health Policy & Management curriculum spans 8 semesters, blending theoretical foundations with practical skills to manage healthcare systems and analyze health policies.
Semester | Name of the Subject |
Semester 1 | Fundamentals of Public Health, Introduction to Health Policy, Basics of Healthcare Management, Principles of Economics, Practical: Community Health Assessment, English & Communication Skills |
Semester 2 | Health Systems and Governance, Social Determinants of Health, Biostatistics, Healthcare Marketing and Communication, Practical: Health System Mapping |
Semester 3 | Health Policy Development, Hospital Administration, Financial Management in Healthcare, Research Methodology, Practical: Policy Analysis and Drafting |
Semester 4 | Global Health Systems and Policies, Health Economics, Healthcare Quality and Safety, Indian Constitution and Public Health, Practical: Quality Audits in Healthcare |
Semester 5 | Strategic Healthcare Management, Behavioral Economics in Healthcare, Program Monitoring and Evaluation, Ethics in Health Policy, Practical: Program Impact Evaluation |
Semester 6 | Advanced Topics in Health Policy, Health Informatics, Healthcare Leadership and Innovation, Practical: Strategic Planning and Case Studies |
Semester 7 | Major Internship in Health Policy and Management: Hands-on training in health organizations, hospitals, or governmental agencies focusing on policy development, healthcare management, and administration. |
Semester 8 | Thesis/Research Project: Independent research on a health policy or management topic. |
Minor Internship: Practical exposure in health program management, strategic planning, or hospital administration. |
- Health Policy Development: Proficiency in creating, analyzing, and implementing health policies.
- Healthcare Management Skills: Expertise in hospital administration, financial planning, and resource allocation.
- Program Monitoring and Evaluation: Ability to assess the effectiveness of health programs and interventions.
- Leadership in Healthcare: Skills to lead teams and organizations in the public health and healthcare sectors.
- Research and Analytical Skills: Expertise in using statistical and qualitative tools for healthcare research and decision-making.
- Global and Local Perspectives: Understanding of global and Indian healthcare systems and policies.
- Certification in Health Policy Analysis: Advanced training in evaluating and drafting health policies.
- Certification in Healthcare Quality Management: Skills in ensuring safety and quality in healthcare services.
- Certification in Strategic Healthcare Leadership: Training for leadership roles in health organizations.
- Certification in Health Economics and Financing: Specialized knowledge in healthcare budgeting and financial planning.
- Certification in Global Health Governance: Understanding international health systems and global health policies.
- Master’s in Public Health (MPH) with a specialization in Health Policy or Management.
- M.Sc. in Health Economics and Policy.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Hospital Administration.
- Ph.D. in Health Policy and Management.
- Fellowship in Global Health Leadership.
Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
0-3 years | Health Policy Analyst, Healthcare Administrator, Program Coordinator | ₹3,50,000 – ₹5,50,000 per annum |
3-5 years | Senior Policy Advisor, Hospital Operations Manager, Project Manager | ₹5,50,000 – ₹8,00,000 per annum |
5-10 years | Public Health Consultant, Strategic Planner, Director of Hospital Operations | ₹8,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum |
10+ years | Chief Health Policy Advisor, Director of Healthcare Services | ₹12,00,000+ per annum |
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 125000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 25000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 12500 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 6250 ₹ |
