The Master’s in Leadership in Healthcare offers a comprehensive learning experience through online modules and a professional project. During your studies, you'll benefit from the support of a team of internationally recognised educational experts dedicated to your success. Our courses are offered through an interactive online platform, allowing you the flexibility to study at your convenience without a fixed schedule. This setup lets you balance your learning with personal and professional commitments. Classes are usually conducted in small groups of 10-20 students, ensuring clear communication and personalised interaction with your tutor and peers. The programme culminates in a professional project, where you apply your knowledge to a real-world challenge.
The University of Wolverhampton has partnered with online healthcare education provider Learna | Diploma MSc to deliver a fully online Master’s in Leadership in Healthcare. This programme has been designed for healthcare professionals who aspire to take on leadership roles within a healthcare setting, and focuses on developing the strategic and operational skills necessary to lead effectively in the complex and ever-evolving healthcare environment. Delivered online, the Leadership in Healthcare Master’s offers the flexibility needed for working healthcare professionals, enabling them to enhance their skills while continuing in their current roles. The curriculum bridges the gap between theory and practice, ensuring that you can apply your learning directly to your workplace, driving real-world improvements in healthcare delivery.
- 100% online
- Delivered over 2 academic years
- Part-time
- Flexible study
The Master’s in Leadership in Healthcare is a tutor-led programme that integrates practical learning and development throughout its key modules, enabling you to consolidate and apply new knowledge and concepts as you advance through the course.
Throughout the course, you will work towards meeting the standards that encompass essential requirements for behaviours, skills, and knowledge across several critical areas:
- Module 1: Leadership in Healthcare
- Module 2: Developing Human and Organisational Potential in Healthcare
- Module 3: Quality, Clinical and Corporate Governance in Healthcare
- Module 4: Career and Team Development in Healthcare Organisations
- Module 5: Strategy and Innovation for Healthcare Leaders
- Module 6: Change Management in Healthcare Organisations
- Module 7 (MSc): Professional Project
*Please note that the above modules are subject to validation and will be confirmed upon validation
This Master’s in Leadership in Healthcare also prepares you for the next stage of your healthcare career, supporting your continued professional growth and readiness for advanced leadership positions in the healthcare sector.
How it works
Benefits
The Leadership in Healthcare Master’s offers several key benefits that make it an invaluable investment in your career. First and foremost, it provides you with advanced leadership skills that are directly applicable to your professional environment. The course's online delivery model offers the flexibility needed to balance your studies with your professional responsibilities, allowing you to continue working while you learn. Completing this programme will enhance your career prospects, opening doors to senior leadership positions within healthcare organisations. With a strong emphasis on practical application through engagement with clinical scenarios, you can implement what you learn immediately in your workplace, allowing you to have a tangible impact on patient care and organisational efficiency. Throughout your studies, you will have access to a wealth of resources, including expert faculty, comprehensive online materials, and a supportive network of peers and professionals.
Qualifications
Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be awarded a Master’s in Leadership in Healthcare. This qualification is recognised across the healthcare sector and serves as a testament to your ability to lead and innovate within complex healthcare environments. It positions you as a highly qualified professional capable of taking on advanced leadership roles.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for this programme, applicants should have an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject or equivalent professional experience. It is also essential that you are currently employed in a healthcare role where you can apply the leadership skills you develop throughout the course. If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0, with no less than 5.5 in any band, or an equivalent qualification.
Fees and funding
The cost of the Master’s in Leadership in Healthcare is £9,760. Various funding options may be available, particularly through employer sponsorship. We encourage you to explore these opportunities with your employer or contact our admissions team for guidance on how to fund your studies.
Job Roles/
Occupations
Graduates are well-prepared to step into a variety of leadership roles across the healthcare sector such as Healthcare Administrator, where you will oversee the day-to-day operations of healthcare facilities, ensuring that they run smoothly and efficiently. As a Clinical Director, you would be responsible for the clinical governance and operational management of medical services, while Health Services Managers coordinate the delivery of healthcare services across multiple departments or facilities. Additionally, the programme prepares you for roles such as Healthcare Quality Improvement Manager, where you would lead initiatives to enhance the quality of patient care and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.