Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Health and Social Care
This course offers a solid foundation in strategic management along with practical insights into current challenges facing health and social care organisations. It equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue leadership roles and entrepreneurial opportunities within the sector.
Intakes
September, January, May
Duration
1 Year (Full-time) or 2 years (Part-time)
Awarded Degree
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Health and Social Care
Delivery
Weekdays, evenings and/or weekends
Locations
London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
Course
Overview
Health and social care is the UK’s largest sector, playing a vital role in the economy by ensuring the well-being of the population. The recent global pandemic has further emphasised the need for effective management in delivering health and social care services.
Our MBA in Health and Social Care is designed to meet the unique challenges faced by professionals leading policy, strategy, and services across public, private, and voluntary sectors. The program covers essential management areas within a health and social care framework, such as business planning, finance, project and operations management, service improvement, and leadership.
With experienced lecturers who have a strong background in teaching, training, and working within the health and social care management field, you can be confident that the course content is highly relevant to the evolving demands of the sector. This degree provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of health and social care management and make a meaningful impact in your organisation.
Curriculum
All candidates will undergo an evaluation by the Y&R Recruitment Admissions team, including an interview to assess listening and speaking abilities and a written personal reflection statement to evaluate writing skills.
For applicants aged 21+ who do not meet the standard entry criteria, we consider their life and work experience to assess their suitability for undergraduate study through our Foundation programme.
Tuition fees and funding are available through Student Finance. Eligibility is limited to British passport holders, EU passport holders, EU family members, ILR visa holders, refugee visa holders, or individuals who have lived in the UK for over 20 years.
If you’re a policymaker, supervisor, manager, or clinician looking to expand your expertise in healthcare management, this degree can greatly influence your career path. The healthcare sector, which currently employs over 4 million people, is expected to grow by 18% by 2026. With an existing workforce shortage of approximately 300,000—set to rise to 450,000 by 2030—there is a pressing need for qualified professionals.
An MBA in Health and Social Care will not only strengthen your career prospects but also help you stand out in the competitive healthcare industry. It provides you with the knowledge and skills to seize new opportunities and make a meaningful impact in your organisation.
- Complete an application form by clicking the Apply Now button.
- Write a supervised personal reflection statement as part of the application process.
- Participate in a panel interview designed to evaluate your listening and speaking abilities. Your writing skills will also be assessed through the personal reflection statement.