Lead in the health sector
As the health sector continues to expand at a rapid rate, it needs skilled, qualified leaders to take charge. Grow your leadership capability and ability to make a real difference behind the scenes.
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Take charge in the health sector
Health care is Australia’s largest and fastest-growing industry. As the sector continues to expand at a rapid rate, it needs skilled, qualified leaders to take charge. By studying a Master of Health Administration, you’ll be well-positioned to take on these roles now and into the future. Graduates are accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators and the Australasian College of Health Services Management.
You’ll grow your leadership capability and ability to make a real difference behind the scenes of healthcare organisations with a course that’s grounded in real-world practice. Graduate ready to challenge yourself and drive innovation in managerial roles within the heath sector. There has never been a better time to build on your knowledge and experience as a health professional and cement your future value at the top of the industry.
You’ll be taught by Victoria’s leading public health professionals, hospital clinicians and global health experts. Monash Online has strong links to The Alfred Hospital, part of the Alfred Research Alliance precinct in the heart of Melbourne.
What you will learn
- Leadership and management
Develop a comprehensive managerial skill set, so you can help organise and manage healthcare teams in a coordinated and strategic way.
- Health systems
Acquire skills in implementing health care improvement projects in clinical settings.
- Health economics
Gain expertise in the microeconomic approach to resource allocation and management.
Our worldwide health rankings
Dedicated to academic excellence, Monash University has achieved international recognition and renown in Medicine.
Pathways to a master's degree
You can graduate with a Master of Health Administration in approximately 2 years part-time accelerated, after completing 12 units (72 credit points).
You can also exit the course after completing approximately:
- 0.7 years part-time accelerated, 4 units (24 credit points), and you’ll receive a Graduate Certificate of Health Administration; or
- 1.4 years part-time accelerated, 8 units (48 credit points total), and you’ll receive a Graduate Diploma of Health Administration*
*Exit point only
Health Administration
Graduate Certificate
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- Health systems and policy
- Leading and managing in public health and healthcare
- Developing health systems
- Safety and quality in healthcare
Health Administration
Graduate Diploma
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- Healthcare and financial management
- Introduction to management
- Healthcare improvement and learning systems
- Introduction to health law principles
Health Administration
Master
0.7 years part-time accelerated
- Biostatistics: Concepts and applications
- Epidemiology: Concepts and applications
- Healthcare and economic management
- Managing digital health
Structure
The course is structured in 12 units.
Need further clarification about our online course structure?
You can submit an enquiry directly to our student consultants by using the form listed on our contact us page. You’ll have the opportunity to schedule a call if you’d like to receive further information.
Core units
You must complete the following units:
Health systems and policy
Biostatistics: Concepts and applications
Leading and managing in public health and healthcare
Epidemiology: Concepts and applications
Developing health systems
Safety and quality in healthcare
Introduction to management
Healthcare improvement and learning systems
Healthcare and economic management
Healthcare and financial management
Managing digital health
Introduction to health law principles
Entry Requirements
Entry level 1 – 72 points to complete. Duration: 2 years part time.
An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline* with at least a credit (60%) average,
AND a minimum of two years of relevant management experience**
*Relevant cognate disciplines include; medical, nursing, allied health, (other health related degree e.g. chiropractic, psychology, public health, environmental health, paramedic, imaging (radiology, nuclear medicine), biomedical engineering, dietetics/nutrition, pharmacy, social work, medical science/biomedical science/immunology, health science, laboratory science, science, and health economics); or economics, law, or business
**Relevant management experience in the field of health and public health administration in the health industry, e.g. government, policy, provider such as hospital, clinic, or non-government organisation.
Entry level 2 – 48 points to complete. Duration: 1.4 years part-time
A Monash University Graduate Certificate of Health Administration (M4005) with at least a pass (50%) average.
Additional selection criteria
Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae (CV), or a statement from employer to substantiate period of employment.
The Master of Health Administration is not currently accepting international applications.
English requirements
Applicants must meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra Requirements
Applicants require a curriculum vitae (CV), relevant work experience or a statement from employer to substantiate period of employment.
If you need help understanding the above entry requirements, reach out to our student consultants on our contact us page and schedule a booking for a chat.
Fees
For the Master of Health Administration, the estimated cost is $4,287.50 per unit*. You may be eligible to receive a FEE-HELP loan to cover part or all of your tuition. Fees are subject to change annually.
*Please note: these are the estimated domestic fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Looking for clarification on fees, FEE-HELP or scholarships?
Enquire with our student consultants and schedule a call to get your questions answered.
Accreditation
The Master of Health Administration is accredited by The Australasian College of Health Services Management (ACHSM) and covers all core master’s subject area requirements of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administration’s (RACMA) Fellowship Training Program.
Career outcomes
The workplace of the future is an exciting and dynamic place. A Master of Health Administration degree is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to succeed in a constantly changing global environment.
What does the future look like for Policy Advisors?
With a shifting policy landscape, skilled Policy Advisors are sought-after, well-paid and report high job satisfaction.
Salary
$110,000
Industry Growth
+10.8%
Health Administration online at Monash
By studying the Master of Health Administration online through Monash University’s School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, you’ll benefit from the university’s partnership with leading health organisations. Our world renowned institute will give you the edge and practical insight into leading global health challenges and expertise.
Gain knowledge and skills in a broad range of areas that are relevant to management work in health care administration and public health. Throughout the course, you’ll complete assessments integrated with real-world practice, and expand your learning through collaboration and discussion with peers.
Meet your academic team
Professor Susannah Ahern
Professor Ahern is a medical administrator and academic in health services research and management at Monash University. As the Head of the Clinical Outcomes Data Reporting and Research Program at Monash University, she is the Monash Academic Lead for six national clinical quality registries, and coordinates and teaches into the Master of Health Administration course.
Professor Peter Bradford
Dr Bradford has a medical degree, a Masters in Public Health, and Fellowships in two Colleges relating to Medical and Hospital Management. He has had 35 year career, most recently as Executive Director Clinical Governance and Medical Services at Melbourne Health (The Royal Melbourne Hospital) and prior to that in similar roles in remote, rural, outer metropolitan, and teaching hospitals in Victoria and the Northern Territory.
Professor Cathy Mihalopoulos
Professor Cathy Mihalopoulos is head of the inaugural Monash University Health Economics Group (MUHEG) within the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine at Monash University, as well as course co-director for the Master of Health Administration. She is nationally and internationally recognised for her expertise in the use of economic evaluation techniques (both within trial and modelled), particularly within the context of mental health. Within Australia, she leads the largest group of academic health economists specialising in the economics of mental health and psychosocial care, consisting of staff funded entirely on research income.
Dr Margaret Way
Dr Margaret Way is currently the Director of Safety, Quality and Improvement at Barwon Health in Victoria. She was an inaugural recipient of a Victorian Quality Council Travelling Fellowship and established the Clinical Governance Units at Austin Health and Alfred Health in Victoria and the Innovation, Quality, Research and Education (IQRE) Directorate at the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service in Queensland.
Associate Professor Chris Moran
Associate Professor Chris Moran has a medical degree in Northern Ireland, physician training (with a specialisation in geriatric medicine) in Melbourne, and completed his PhD at Monash University. He is currently a clinical academic in geriatric medicine at both Alfred Health, as well as the School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine (Monash University) in Health Services Research. He is the course co-director of the Master of Health Administration (alongside Professor Cathy Mihalopoulos). He is also a unit coordinator of the unit Case Study in health services management.
Dr Zahra Aziz
Dr Zahra Aziz is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Online Education within the School of Public Health & Preventive Medicine. Zahra is an accomplished educator, having received numerous grants and awards for innovations in education. Her research focuses on the effective delivery of educational programs and scholarship of online learning and teaching. She has led the advancement of intercultural and inter-professional education research nationally and internationally. Zahra has extensive teaching experience in the tertiary sector, teaching in a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. She is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Associate Professor Moira McInerney
Associate Professor Moira McInerney lectures on financial management in Monash University’s Master of Health program. She also serves as Executive Officer for Ophthalmology New Zealand. Moira’s career spans key leadership roles, including State Manager in diagnostic imaging, General Manager in cardiology, and CEO positions in ophthalmology across Australia and New Zealand. Notably, as CEO of Auckland Eye, she led the commissioning of Oasis Surgical. She also consults widely in healthcare management across both countries and has led research at QUT, advising Fiji’s Ministry of Health on Customer Service Standards. Recently, Moira helped develop the “Finance for Non-Financial Managers” micro-credential course for the Australasian College of Health Service Managers. Her qualifications include a BA in Psychology, an MBA in Health, Certified Health Executive (CHE) status, and Fellowship of ACHSM. Her research focuses on private equity’s growing role in private healthcare and its effects on service delivery and patient outcomes.
I have enjoyed interacting, learning and engaging with like-minded people the most. These interactions have given me motivation and inspiration to keep going and quench my thirst for further knowledge as well as advance my professional career.
Angela
Masters in Health Administration
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