MBA Health Management

Next Application Deadline: February 2, 2025

Early Bird Offer* until February 2, 2025

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Type of study

part-time | attendance & online modules | German & English

Duration of study

4 semesters | 90 ECTS

Academic Degree

Master of Business Administration | MBA

Prerequisites

academic degree | relevant professional qualification

Tuition fee

EUR 25.550,-

Next start

October 2025

*Regular tuition fee minus 10%.

“Get inspired and explore the intersection of health economics, policy and regulation and dive deeper into one of the most relevant topics of society.” Ass. FH-Prof. Ayman Fouda, PhD, MBBCh., Academic director

Overview

The healthcare sector is a dynamic area that is constantly faced with a variety of complex challenges.

Managers must manage the increasing demand for high quality services while considering financial constraints and growing regulatory requirements.
They need to understand rapid technological advances, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence, assess their value and effectively integrate these innovations into their processes.
Managers are also required to manage risks associated with new technologies and carefully weigh up the potential benefits and costs of these innovations.
With the increasing focus on environmental sustainability, they need to implement environmentally friendly practices in their organizations.
Finally, they are challenged to promote patient-centered models of care that improve engagement, satisfaction and outcomes and take more holistic approaches to patients' physical, emotional and social needs.

These challenges require healthcare leaders to adopt a strategic management approach that promotes complex problem solving, effective communication, and a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

To equip healthcare managers and leaders with the necessary skills to meet these challenges, MCI offers an executive education program with a curriculum tailored to the specific needs of the industry. The part-time program combines a practice-oriented approach with a solid theoretical foundation preparing decision-makers to tackle the complex demands of healthcare from different perspectives. As part of the program, participants develop strategic and interdisciplinary leadership skills that are essential for driving excellence and innovation in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Mag. Susanne E. Herzog Associate Dean Continuing & Executive Education

Do you have questions about studying? We look forward to hearing from you.

+43 512 2070 - 2101

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Structure & Content

The MBA Health Management program provides a basic business administration and management education for (future) managers with an in-depth focus on healthcare management. It offers a comprehensive understanding of economic principles applied to healthcare systems while addressing contemporary topics, including environmentally sustainable healthcare and AI regulation, alongside foundational concepts. In interactive discussions and case studies, participants explore real challenges and innovative solutions.

The program combines face-to-face and online phases, promoting exceptional opportunities for interaction and networking among participants and with lecturers. Course material is consistently integrated into students' own professional practice, allowing for deeper understanding and application through project work, reviews, and a scientifically grounded master's thesis.

The four-semester program is structured as follows:

Stage I: General Management
General business administration & management training

Stage II: Specialization
Participants specialize in challenges and solutions in the field of healthcare management.

Stage III: Management, Psychology & Leadership
In this stage, the scientific examination of selected questions of economic and organizational psychology against a human scientific or systemic-constructivist background is deepened and the personal reflection of the participants own leadership role is placed at the centre.

Stage IV: Development of the Master's thesis
The program concludes with a master's thesis at a scientific level, which adresses a key issue within the healthcare field. In this way, the acquired knowledge is effectively transferred into the student's professional practice.

Overview

Facts

Format	Part-time with modular structure
Design	4 stages in 24 months
ECTS	90 ECTS
Language	German & English
Tuition Fee	EUR 25.550,-

Study Plan | Curriculum

Stage I - General Management

Certificate Course	on campus	ECTS
General Management	25 days	35

Stage II - Health Management

Certificate Course	on Campus	online weeks	ECTS
Health Management	8 days	8 weeks	20

Stage III - Management, Psychology & Leadership

Certificate Course	on campus	ECTS
Management, Psychology & Leadership	16 days	20

Stage IV - Scientifically supervised Master Thesis, Scientific Work & Final Exam

Module	on campus	online weeks	ECTS
Academically supervised Master Thesis Courses on Scientific Work Defense & Final Examination	2 days	3 weeks	15

Academic Board | Lecturers

Management

Program Director

Mag. Susanne E. Herzog

Associate Dean Continuing & Executive Education

Academic Director

Ass. FH-Prof. Ayman Fouda, PhD

Ass.-Prof Department Social-, Health- & Public Management, Innsbruck/Tyrol

Dozentinnen und Dozenten

Dr. iur. Lukas Staffler, LL.M. (London)

Research Fellow at the University of Zurich, Member (Prof. Avv.) of the RAK Bolzano

Michelle Falkenbach, PhD

Technical Officer, European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, WHO, Brussel / Belgium

Selbstständiger Unternehmensberater, Forschungspartner an der Interdisziplinären Abteilung für Verhaltenswissenschaftlich orientiertes Management

PD Dr. Jürgen Kaschube

Business Psychologist, Owner of a Management Consultancy, Salzburg / Austria

Ao.Univ.-Prof. Dr.med.univ. Barbara Friesenecker

Senior Physician, Anesthesia & General Intensive Care Medicine, Medical University of Innsbruck / Tyrol

Michael Wörndle, PhD

Consultant at Accenture GmbH, Vienna

Diplom-Psychologe, selbstständiger Berater, Coach und Referent, Leiter des Milton Erickson Instituts

Dipl.-Psych. Dr. Reinhold Bartl

Psychologist, independent Consultant, Coach and Speaker; Director of the Milton Erickson Institute Innsbruck / Tyrol

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Kurt Matzler

Professor of Strategic Management, University of Innsbruck / Tyrol

Mag. phil. Dr. rer.soc.oec. Andrea E. Schmidt, MSc

Head of Department, Climate Resilience and One Health, Competence Centre Climate and Health, Gesundheit Österreich GmbH

Time Model

The Master-Program relies on a modular structure in four stages: The combination of certificate courses with supplementary modules and a scientifically supervised Master Thesis leads to an academic degree at postgraduate level.

The contents and structure of the program are tailored to the specific expectations and needs of high-level executives and decision-makers. Intensive modules over the course of several days (typically Thursday or Friday to Saturday) alternate with application phases in which the newly gained knowledge can put into practice. The upshot is the final transfer of the acquired knowledge into one’s own professional practice taking place.

Attendance days thursday / friday / saturday
Online weeks including MCI Webinars
Detailed schedule on request

Didactics

An intelligent mix of online phases, attendance modules and electronic media links location-independent studies with personal interaction between lecturers and students. The didactic concept thus differs fundamentally from a typical distance-learning program while meeting the highest demands.

Flexibility

Learning where you want (also on the go - mobile learning)
Learning when you can (in your time)
Saving travel times and costs

Learning Advantages

Individualized learning according to prior knowledge and goals
More interactive learning with active exchange, collaboration and networking
Development of digital skills

Work - Life - Learn

Blended learning facilitates the combination of work, private life and further education

E-Campus

Through the personal and individualized learning environment at the MCI E-Campus, students receive daily updated messages, e-mails and all the information they need in order to concentrate on their studies. Tests and exercises to check personal learning progress as well as learning forums and moderated chats facilitate studying online.

Technical requirements for admission to the MCI E-Campus

PC / laptop (current standard)
Broadband Internet connection
Microphone and loudspeaker (headset)
Webcam
Printer

Software

MS Office / Open Office
Current web browser
(Free) software packages as announced at the beginning of the course

Learning Goals

In order to ensure the transfer of learning and to enable students to develop relevant competencies, the MCI has defined cross-curricular learning goals. These goals and objectives describe, in detail, the knowledge and skills acquired by our graduates on completion of their studies at MCI.

Responsible Leadership

Inspired by the UN Sustainable Development Goals, our graduates demonstrate a commitment to ecologically sustainable, economically responsible, and socially equitable decision-making.

Academic Rigor

Our graduates can apply relevant theories and appropriate scientific methods in their field of work.

Blended Learning at MCI

In its organizational form as an online Master program, the MCI follows a blended learning concept that combines synchronous online phases with regular attendance phases.

Who is the program suitable for?

The study program is ideally suited for a diverse range of professionals within the healthcare sector. This includes current and aspiring healthcare executives, hospital administrators, healthcare consultants, policymakers, and senior managers within pharmaceutical and insurance companies. It is also beneficial for medical and clinical professionals seeking to transition into leadership roles and individuals involved in healthcare technology and innovation. The program is designed for those who aim to enhance their strategic, interdisciplinary leadership skills and are committed to driving excellence and innovation in a dynamic healthcare environment. Whether you are looking to advance your career, pivot to a new role within the healthcare industry, or deepen your expertise to better manage the sector's complexities, this programme offers the knowledge and tools necessary to achieve your professional goals.

Admission

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis via our online application platform. In the interests of your further planning, we recommend that you submit your application early. Applications for several degree programmes at MCI at the same time are possible and welcome, as long as the motivation for the chosen studies can be conclusively demonstrated.

Dates & Deadlines

Application Deadline	Date	Interview
1	02.02.2025	tba
2	06.04.2025	tba
3	18.05.2025	tba
4	29.06.2025	tba
5	31.08.2025	tba

Requirements

In general, people with the following qualifications are admitted to the course:

Undergraduate degree from a recognized university (at least Bachelor with 180 ECTS).
Minimum of two to three years professional experience in a qualified position prior to commencement of the program.

Admission procedure

The admission procedure provides for the following elements:

Online application
The application must be submitted in the form of a standardized online-application accompanied by the required documents (curriculum vitae, essay on medium-term career goals). An academic degree and minimum two to three years of professional experience in a qualified position prior to commencement of the program (ideally, qualified professional activity during the Master program itself) are required.

Personal interview
The interview gives applicants the opportunity to present themselves personally, to narrate their career history, to explain their motivation for applying to this program as well as to describe their medium-term professional goals.

Instance
An admission committee reaches the final decision on the applicant’s admission to the Master program.

Career & Perspectives

Graduates can enhance their career prospects in the healthcare sector, equipped with a unique blend of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. This program prepares participants for senior leadership roles, such as hospital administration, healthcare consultancy, policy development, and executive positions within pharmaceutical and insurance companies. The comprehensive curriculum, focused on economic, ethical, and patient-centred perspectives, ensures that graduates are well-positioned to lead complex organizations, drive innovative healthcare solutions, and influence policy at both national and international levels. The hands-on experience gained in class and the professional networking opportunities provided by the programme further bolster participants' abilities to excel and advance in their careers, making them highly sought after in the competitive healthcare industry.

Overview

Links

MCI | The Entrepreneurial School®

Structure & Content

Facts

Management

Dozentinnen und Dozenten

Learning Goals

Who is the program suitable for?

Admission

Career & Perspectives

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