Awarding and teaching institution:
Final award:
University of Bradford
Programme title:
Programme approved / accredited by:
Duration:
MSc
[Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level 7]
MSc in International Health Management
UCAS code:
Date produced:
Last updated :
12 months full-time
N/A
September 2010
December 2010
The MSc is designed to meet the needs of existing or aspiring managers in health or allied organisations internationally, including those working in the voluntary or independent sectors, who wish to develop skills and shared learning across different health systems world-wide in order to build capacity and facilitate management strategies that are responsive to a variety challenges. All of the modules will be taught within the context of international health care management.
Study will be on a full-time basis, allowing participants concentrated time and the benefits of completing the course within a 12-month period. There is the opportunity to gain credit for specific and relevant prior learning.
The course equips you to manage effectively within a healthcare organisation and offers you the opportunity to further your career in a management field. The programme team are highly experienced in delivering management development and have a background of publications and research.
Some key aspects of the programme are:
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A postgraduate programme which meets the development needs of managers and aspiring managers across international boundaries.
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A programme which is designed to support the learning needs of managers within the context of increasing managerial demands, responsibilities and complexities.
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Opportunity to gain credit for specific and relevant prior learning.
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Opportunities for multi disciplinary learning with managers from a variety of international backgrounds
The programme is intended to:
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A1 Develop knowledge and critical understanding of the structure, organization and sustainability of health systems internationally.
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A2 Enable you to manage effectively within health care organisations internationally.
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A3 Develop consultancy, project and management research skills by giving you the opportunity to undertake a substantial work related management project.
On successful completion of the programme students will be able to:
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LO1 Critically analyse international approaches to human resource management, organisational behaviour and change management
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LO2 Critically evaluate the evidence base of strategic and operational management
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LO3 Critically analyse the dilemmas and challenges of sustainable health organisation within an international context
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LO4 Demonstrate your ability to act as an autonomous learner
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LO5 Communicate effectively on complex and interconnected issues relating to developed and developing health systems such as demographics, education, wealth, the environment and social inequalities.
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LO6 Demonstrate problem solving skills
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LO7 Demonstrate independent study and the application of management research skills as evidenced by the planning, execution and evaluation of a management project.
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LO8 Reflect on the process of undertaking the project and identify what has been learned
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LO9 Develop IT skills
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The MSc in International Health Management
In order to complete the programme you need to study modules amounting to 180 credits, including at least 160 credits at Level M. Appropriate prior experiential or certificated learning can be included as part of the credit requirements for this programme and you can include 20 credits at level 3.
Module
Code
Module Title (N)ew or
(E)xisting module
N
Type Credits Level
C 30 M
Study period
Semester 1 HEA
@MANDO
B
Management and Organisational
Behaviour
HEA
@CHO
Comparative Health Organisation
HH-4014T Managing Change
HH -
4017T
Human Resource Management
HH-6792Z Management Project
N
E
E
E
C
C
C
C
30
30
30
60
M
M
M
M
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 2
Semester 2
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's course approval, monitoring and review procedures.
Teaching and learning strategies are designed to facilitate the meeting of learning outcomes and are guided by the University of Bradford’s Teaching, Learning and
Assessment Strategy. The teaching and learning methods utilised in this programme incorporate lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials, use of case studies drawn from national and international examples and use of a virtual learning environment (LO1-9). The course team will ensure that the curriculum is adaptive so that students who enrol onto the course without prior work experience are not disadvantaged either in terms of course content or in completing their assignments.
Individual tutorials will be held either face to face with you, via the phone or e-mail.
The Management Project module for the MSc includes attending compulsory taught sessions and working with a supervisor from the tutorial team, on an individual tutorial basis (LO1 -9). The virtual learning environment (VLE) is used to complement other learning and teaching methods used within the programme. This enables you to access other relevant and contemporary learning materials and participate in interactive on-line group discussions and activities. You will be expected to use the
VLE facility and support will be available to enable you to do this.
All modules include summative assessments comprising of written assignments, a presentation and a management project (LO1-9). Formative feedback / assessments will also be carried out on a regular basis through mechanisms such as group
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presentations, discussions / debates, question and answer sessions and course management meetings (LO1-9).
Assessment Regulations
This Programme conforms to the standard University Assessment Regulations for
Postgraduate Programmes which are available at the following link: http://www.brad.ac.uk/admin/acsec/QA_Hbk/Ord_5_PG_Taught_Awards.html
The programme commences in September each year. Application is on the basis of submission of an application form, CV and interview, if required, to discuss the content and expectations of the programme.
Admission is in accordance with the regulations of the University of Bradford and you should normally hold a first degree or acceptable professional qualification. However, if you do not possess such a qualification but have appropriate work experience we may consider your application.
Applicants whose first language is not English will need to demonstrate proficiency in
English in accordance with University Regulations. For example in the International
English Language Testing System (IELTS) you will need to achieve an overall band of at least 6.5, with at least 5 in each of the four sub-tests. Applicants with a score below 6.5 will be directed towards obtaining further development from various
University / international language support services. For further details see: http://www.brad.ac.uk/international/english-language.php
You may also be able to import specific academic credit for prior certificated and/or experiential learning, subject to the regulations of the University of Bradford. The programme leader will be able to give further advice on this subject. Please note you will NOT be able to use credit for modules which were studied as part of your first degree in order to make a prior learning claim.
We are committed to widening participation in this course and welcome applications from students with disabilities. You may wish to contact the programme leader if you want any information before applying for the programme. The University of Bradford
Disability Officer can also provide you with more information ( Tel 01272 233739 or email disability@bradford,ac.uk
)
You are advised to ensure you are able to access and use a computer with internet access as you will be expected to use this in your course of study. IT facilities are available on campus for this purpose if you do not own a computer.
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School of Health Studies
The School has an international strategy group that was set up in 2010. The group’s remit includes identifying and developing support mechanisms for international students, including (but not limited to):
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The provision of defined tutorial support from academics who have an understanding of the educational and welfare needs of international students;
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The provision of admin support to advise students on courses and to support them once they arrive including guidance on accommodation, induction and welfare processes, University facilities and ensuring that UKBA regulations are adhered to;
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Liaising with the Learner Development Unit / University Language Centre
(SLED) to support students in developing their English language skills. This will be particularly relevant to those students who meet the language requirements for entry onto the course but who may benefit from further development (for example, those students with an IELTS score of less than
6.5 in one or more of the subsets);
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Further develop a common school wide induction process, to take into account the specific needs of international students including linking in with central UoB induction sessions.
Course Team
Support for you personally and in your course of study, will be provided both by the
University and the Course Team. You will be allocated a personal academic tutor who is someone with whom you will be able to talk about any academic or personal concerns. The School will ensure that there is someone available with whom you feel comfortable to help and support you. You will be provided with a comprehensive series of handbooks that you can consult on a range of learning issues and your course tutors will be available to consult on subject specific queries.
Learning Resources
The JB Priestley Library on the city campus and our specialist libraries in the School of Health and the School of Management provide a wide range of printed and electronic resources to support your studies. We offer quiet study space if you want to work on your own, and group study areas for the times when you need to discuss work with fellow students. Subject librarians for each School provide training sessions and individual guidance in finding the information you need for your assignment, and will help you organise your references properly.
Student PC clusters can be found in all our libraries and elsewhere on the campus.
Many of these are open 24/7. You can also use the University's wireless network to access the internet from your own laptop. Most of our online journals are available on the internet (both on and off campus), and you can also access your University email account, personal information and course-related materials this way.
Staff are on hand during the daytime to help you if you get stuck, and there is a 24/7
IT helpline available.
You will have access to the University virtual learning environment where you will find a variety of learning resources.
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Students’ Union
We value the feedback provided by students and coll aborate with the Students’
Union, through a system of course representatives and formal staff student liaison committees, so that any issues you wish to raise are addressed rapidly.
The Students’ Union and the University of Bradford work in partnership to provide confidential counselling and welfare services where you can get help with any aspect of your personal or academic life. Student Financial and Information Services (part of the Hub) will provide you with information about a diverse range of issues such as council tax, personal safety and tourist information. International Students can access a range of additional advice and support services through the Student’s
Union.
The Hub, Student Support Centre
The Hub, Student Support Centre provides a central reception where students can receive information, advice and guidance on a whole range of topics about their life at University. The Hub is located in the Richmond Building adjacent to the Atrium.
The teams located within The Hub:
 Accommodation
 Admissions o Education Liaison o Enquiries
 Student Administration and Support o o o o
Bursaries and Financial Support
Finance and Credit Control Group
Payzone
Records and Tuition Fees
 International Office
 Customer Service Team www.brad.ac.uk/hub
+44 1274 232233
Careers and Employability
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. Specialist support is available throughout the course from Career Development Services including help to find parttime work while studying, placements, vacation work and graduate vacancies.
Students are encouraged to access this support at an early stage and to use the extensive resources on the web site www.careers.brad.ac.uk
.
Discussing options with specialist advisers helps to clarify plans through exploring options and refining skills of job-hunting. In most of programmes there is direct input by Career Development Advisers into the curriculum or through specially arranged workshops.
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The specific provision on this programme is aimed at developing your skills as a manager in the Health and Social Care sectors.
Learner Development Unit
The Learner Development Unit provides support in all aspects of academic, maths, numeracy and interpersonal skills. A programme of interactive workshops is delivered during both semesters which complements the individual support available from Advisers and the wide range of interactive online materials.
Disability
Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of student life are accessible to everyone.
The Disability Service can help by providing equipment and advice to help you get the most out of your time at Bradford and is a place where you can discuss any concerns you may have about adjustments that you may need, whether these relate to study, personal care or other issues. For more information contact the Disability
Service by phoning: 01274 233739 or via email: disabilities@bradford.ac.uk
Ecoversity
Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the principles of sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and teaching, research activities campus operations and lives of our staff and students. We do not claim to be a beacon for sustainable development but we aspire to become a leading
University in this area. The facilities we create for teaching and learning, including teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our commitments to sustainable development. Staff and student participation in this initiative is crucial to its success and its inclusion in the programme specification is a clear signal that it is at the forefront of our thinking in programme development, delivery, monitoring and review. For more details see www.bradford.ac.uk/ecoversity/
Further Information:
For further information, please check the University prospectus or contact
Admissions.
The Admissions Office
The University of Bradford
The Admissions Office
School of Health Studies
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Richmond Road
Bradford, BD7 1DP
UK
The University of Bradford
25 Trinity Rd
Bradford, BD5 0BB
UK
+44 (0)1274 236367 http://www.brad.ac.uk/health/
+44 (0)1274 233054 http://www.brad.ac.uk/courses /
The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's regulations and course approval, monitoring and review procedures.
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Appendix 1: Curriculum map demonstrating sustainability principles
Programme
Learning
Outcomes
LO1
LO2
LO3
LO4
LO5
LO6
LO7
Management and
Organisational
Behaviour
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Comparative
Health
Organisation
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Managing
Change
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Human
Resource
Management
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Management
Project
LO8
LO9
SP1
SP2
SP3
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SP4
SP5
SP6
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KEY:
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LO1 Critically analyse international approaches to human resource management, organisational behaviour and change management
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LO2 Critically evaluate the evidence base of strategic and operational management
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LO3 Critically analyse the dilemmas and challenges of sustainable health organisation within an international context

LO4 Demonstrate your ability to act as an autonomous learner

LO5 Communicate effectively on complex and interconnected issues relating to developed and developing health systems such as demographics, education, wealth, the environment and social inequalities.
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LO6 Demonstrate problem solving skills
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LO7 Demonstrate independent study and the application of management research skills as evidenced by the planning, execution and evaluation of a management project.
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LO8 Reflect on the process of undertaking the project and identify what has been learned
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LO9 Develop IT skills
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Appendix 2: Assessment map
Written
Assignment
Assessed
Presentation
Project
Management and
Organisational
Behaviour
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Comparative
Health
Organisation
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Managing
Change
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Human
Resource
Management
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Management
Project
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Appendix 3: Teaching map
Lectures
Workshops / group tutorials
Individual tutorials
VLE
Case Studies
Project
Management and
Organisational
Behaviour
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Health
Organisation
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Managing
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Resource
Management
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Management
Project
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