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.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and 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.
The M.Sc. Health Policy & Management curriculum spans 4 semesters, combining rigorous academic training with practical exposure. The final semester includes a project and internship to provide real-world experience.
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 Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 125000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 25000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 12500 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 6250 ₹ |
