Master of Business Administration (Health and Social Care)

Advance Your Career in Healthcare Leadership

The Master of Business Administration (Health and Social Care) is a dynamic postgraduate programme designed for professionals aiming to lead and manage within the evolving healthcare and social care sectors. This comprehensive MBA equips students with strategic leadership skills, business acumen, and a deep understanding of contemporary challenges shaping modern healthcare systems.

Today’s healthcare and social care environments are increasingly complex, driven by technological innovation, rising patient expectations, and growing financial pressures. This MBA provides the tools needed to navigate these challenges effectively, preparing graduates to lead across public, private, and not-for-profit healthcare organisations.

You will explore core business disciplines through the lens of healthcare management, including strategic planning, finance, operations, service improvement, and ethical leadership—ensuring you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in this vital sector.

Whether you’re a current manager, clinician, policy advisor, or aspiring leader in health and social care, this MBA will enhance your expertise and open new pathways for career progression.

Course Structure: Industry-Focused & Practical Learning

Throughout the programme, you will study ten targeted modules , each developed to provide practical knowledge and leadership capabilities essential for success in healthcare management:

• Operations and Major Incident Management – Learn how to maintain operational efficiency and respond strategically to emergencies and critical incidents in healthcare settings.
• Healthcare Law and Ethics – Explore legal frameworks and ethical considerations that influence decision-making and policy development.
• Financial Management in Health and Social Care – Gain the skills to manage budgets, funding models, and financial strategies specific to healthcare institutions.
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Healthcare – Develop creative solutions to industry challenges and identify opportunities for innovation and service improvement.
• Cross-Cultural Leadership – Build leadership competencies to manage diverse teams and collaborate across multicultural environments.
• Marketing and Demand Management in Healthcare – Understand how to engage patients and manage demand within a socially responsible framework.
• Strategic Management in Public and Private Healthcare – Examine strategic planning and implementation in both NHS and private healthcare settings.
• Research Methods and Ethics – Acquire research skills to evaluate and improve healthcare services using evidence-based practices.
• Quality Improvement in Health and Social Care – Learn methodologies for measuring and enhancing service quality and patient outcomes.
• Postgraduate Major Project – Apply your learning to a real-world healthcare challenge through a capstone research project or consultancy assignment.

Career Prospects and Professional Development

This MBA is structured to enhance your employability and support long-term career growth in the healthcare and social care sectors. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles such as:

• Healthcare Manager
• Director of Nursing Services
• Social Care Operations Lead
• Policy Advisor
• Clinical Services Manager
• Health and Social Care Consultant

Our teaching team includes experienced professionals from the healthcare industry, ensuring that the curriculum remains aligned with current trends, policies, and best practices.

Key Benefits of the Programme:

• Practical, Industry-Informed Teaching – Learn from lecturers with active experience in healthcare leadership and management.
• Global Networking Opportunities – Engage with peers from around the world, expanding your professional network.
• Career Support Services – Access dedicated workshops and seminars to boost your job readiness:
  • CV writing and application guidance
  • Interview preparation and techniques
  • One-on-one career counselling
  • Guest lectures from senior healthcare leaders and recruiters
  • Site visits and industry engagement opportunities

Flexible Study Options for Working Professionals

Designed with flexibility in mind, this MBA supports working professionals through full-time, part-time, and online study options. You can balance your studies with your existing responsibilities while gaining valuable insights that directly apply to your current role.

Start Your Journey Toward Healthcare Leadership Today

Position yourself at the forefront of healthcare and social care leadership with a respected MBA from a UK institution. Whether you’re looking to progress within the NHS, enter private healthcare leadership, or contribute to global health initiatives, this qualification will empower you to lead with confidence and vision.

Apply now and take the next step toward becoming a strategic leader in health and social care.