Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University Course

The Management Development Programme in Healthcare Management

R49,000.00

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Course overview

The Management Development Programme in Healthcare Management (MDPHM) is designed for healthcare practitioners who lead and manage healthcare entities, and those who aspire to do so, whether it is a team, department or entire organization. Our curriculum equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to navigate the complex healthcare environment ethically and effectively.

The MDP is brought to you by Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) in partnership with DigitalCampus powered by LRMG

Course curriculum

Module 1: Essential Business Skills for Healthcare

Structure and functions of healthcare organisations
Self-management and personal effectiveness
Emotional intelligence for leadership
Effective communication and collaboration

Module 2: Healthcare Law, Policy, and Ethics

Biomedical ethical principles
Research ethics
South African healthcare law
National Health Insurance (NHI) framework

Module 3: Principles of Economics and Healthcare Economics

Basic economic principles
Microeconomics and macroeconomics in healthcare
Healthcare economics and resource allocation

Module 4: Accounting and Financial Management in Healthcare

Financial regulatory framework
Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Financial statement analysis
Risk management

Module 5: Technology Integration and Innovation in Healthcare

Role of science, technology, and innovation
Research and innovation in healthcare
Emerging technologies and commercialisation strategies

Module 6: Management and Leadership for Healthcare

Core management functions
Performance management systems
Leadership and decision-making skills
Change management and conflict resolution

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Course summary

Format: Online learning with weekly tutorials (fully supported)

Certification: Certificate of Competence from Sefako Makgatho University on successful completion

School: Sefako Makgatho University

Duration: 8 Months

Breakdown: 8 months online learning, with discussion forums, individual assessments per module and group Capstone Project

Language: English

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