UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
Academic Year 2014-15
School of Health Studies
Division of Service Development and Improvement
Programme title: MSc/Postgraduate Diploma International Health
Management
(Dubai Delivery)
Awarding and teaching
institution:
University of Bradford
Final award:
MSc/Postgraduate Diploma
[Framework
for
Higher
Qualifications level 7]
Programme title:
International Health Management
Education
Programme approved /
accredited by:
Duration:
12 months full-time / 24 months part-time
UCAS code:
N/A
Subject Benchmark:
Date produced:
January 2012
Last Approved School
Board:
August 2014
Introduction
The Programme is designed to meet the needs of existing or aspiring
managers from health or allied organisations. This includes individuals that
are working in the public, private or voluntary 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.
Study will be on a 12 month full-time or 24 month part-time basis. Although
all modules will be taught within the context of international health care
management, every assessment includes an element of reflection on national
context. Furthermore, the management project is based on solving a
significant organisational issue, which could be a piece of work that is
actionable in the student’s current workplace or of importance to
organisations generally. There is the opportunity to gain credit for specific
and relevant prior learning.
The programme equips students 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
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delivering management development and have a background of publications
and research.
Some key aspects of the programme are:

A postgraduate programme which meets the development needs of
managers and aspiring managers across international boundaries.

A programme which is designed to support the learning needs of
managers within the context of increasing managerial demands,
responsibilities and complexities.

Opportunity to gain credit for specific and relevant prior learning.

Opportunities for multi-disciplinary learning with managers from a
variety of international backgrounds
Postgraduate Diploma International Health Management
Programme Aims
The programme is intended to:

A1
Develop knowledge and critical understanding of the structure,
organization and sustainability of health systems internationally.

A2
Enable you to manage effectively within health care
organisations internationally.
Programme Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the programme students will be able to:

LO1 Critically analyse international approaches to human resource
management, organisational behaviour and change management

LO2 Critically evaluate the evidence base of strategic and operational
management

LO3 Critically analyse the dilemmas and challenges of sustainable
health organisation within an international context

LO4

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.

LO6
Demonstrate your ability to learn autonomously
Demonstrate problem solving skills
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
LO7
Develop your IT skills
MSc International Health Management
Programme Aims
The programme is intended to:

A3
Develop consultancy, project and management research skills by
giving you the opportunity to undertake a substantial work related
management project.
Programme Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the programme students will be able to:

LO8 Demonstrate independent study and the application of
management research skills as evidenced by the planning, execution
and evaluation of a management project.

LO9 Reflect on the process of undertaking the project and identify
what has been learned
Curriculum
The Postgraduate Diploma International Health Management
In order to complete the programme you need to study modules amounting
to 120 credits, including at least 100 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
HHMI70
1T
Typ
e
Credit Leve
s
l
Study
period
Management
and N
Organisational Behaviour
C
30
7
Semeste
r1
HHMI70
2T
Comparative
Organisation
Health N
C
30
7
Semeste
r1
HH4014T
Managing Change
E
C
30
7
Semeste
r2
Resource E
C
30
7
Semeste
r2
HH
- Human
4017T
Management
(N)ew
or
(E)xisti
ng
modul
e
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's Programme approval,
monitoring and review procedures.
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The MSc 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
HHMI70
1T
Typ
e
Credit Leve
s
l
Study
period
Management
and N
Organisational Behaviour
C
30
7
Semeste
r1
HHMI70
2T
Comparative
Organisation
Health N
C
30
7
Semeste
r1
HH4014T
Managing Change
E
C
30
7
Semeste
r2
Resource E
C
30
7
Semeste
r2
C
60
7
Semeste
r2
HH
- Human
4017T
Management
HH6792Z
(N)ew
or
(E)xisti
ng
modul
e
Management Project
E
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's Programme approval,
monitoring and review procedures.
Teaching and Assessment Strategies
The programme learning, teaching and assessment strategy is 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 (LO17). The programme team will ensure that the curriculum is adaptive so that
students who enroll onto the programme without prior work experience are
not disadvantaged either in terms of programme 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 programme includes attending
compulsory taught sessions and working with a supervisor from the tutorial
team, on an individual tutorial basis (LO8 -9). The virtual learning
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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 will also be carried out on a regular basis through mechanisms
such as group presentations, discussions, debates, question and answer
sessions (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.bradford.ac.uk/aqpo/documents-templates-and-downloads/az/regulations-governing-postgraduate-taught-courses.php
Admissions requirements and policy
The programme commences in September and January 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 5.5 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.
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 leaders 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 programme 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
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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 programme of
study.
Student Support and Guidance
The School of Health Studies Information Point on the VLE provides all the
information you require about the School and your programme of study.
Support for you personally and in your programme of study, will be provided
both by the University and the Programme Team. You will be allocated a
personal tutor who is someone with whom you will be able to talk about any
academic or personal concerns, by the use of telephone, letter, e-mail and
the VLE. 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 programme tutors will be available to consult on
subject specific queries. An induction session will introduce students to the
programme and the University including specific support facilities for on-line
and distance learners. An online induction package will also be available.
Further information on these is provided on the University web page
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/lss/.
Learning Resources
The University of Bradford Library has a wide range of electronic resources to
support your studies. Most of our online journals are available on the
internet, and you can also access your University email account, personal
information and programme-related materials this way. You will be provided
with training sessions and guidance in finding the information you need for
your assignment, and organising your references properly.
The University has dedicated Distance Learning contact staff through the
Learner Support Services who understand the specific needs that distance
learners may have. They can provide learning support via phone, e-mail and
via Skype and this can be offered in the evenings on request. There is also a
dedicated distance learner web-page on the University of Bradford web-site,
which offers direct links to the learning support and other resources relevant
to distance learning students.
Language Support
Language support for students for whom English is a second language is
available through the School of Lifelong Education and Development’s
English Language Support programme. This will be provided through online
activities and SKYPE sessions for Dubai-based students.
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Academic Skills Advice
The Learner Development Unit provides support in all aspects of academic,
maths, numeracy and interpersonal skills. A programme of interactive online
materials is available.
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/academic-skills/
Disability
Disabled students will find a supportive environment at Bradford where we
are committed to ensuring that all aspects of student learning are
accessible. The Disability Service can help by providing advice, information
and guidance about any adjustments that you might require to help you
access and be successful on your programme. For more information
contact the Disability Service by phoning: 01274 233739 or via email:
disabilities@bradford.ac.uk
Students’ Union
We value the feedback provided by students and collaborate with the
Students’ Union, through a system of programme 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 international students with a range of advice and support services
through the Student’s Union.
Careers and Employability
The University is committed to helping students develop and enhance
employability and this is an integral part of many programmes. 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. The specific provision on this
programme is aimed at developing your skills as a manager in the Health
and Social Care sectors.
University policies and initiatives
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
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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.
University of Bradford Middle East Regional Office,
Block 13, G39 Dubai Knowledge Village,
P.O. Box 501723, Dubai.
Email: Middle-eastoffice@bradford.ac.uk
Website: www.bradford.ac.uk/health
Tel: +971 4 439 3694
Fax: +971 4 439 3693
The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to
the University's regulations and programme approval, monitoring and
review procedures.
Appendix 1:
Curriculum map demonstrating sustainability principles
Program
me
Learning
Outcomes
LO1
LO2
Manageme
nt
and
Organisati
onal
Behaviour
√
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LO3
Comparative Managing
Health
Change
Organisatio
n
Human
Resource
Managemen
t
Managemen
t Project
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LO4
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LO5
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LO6
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LO7
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LO8
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LO9
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SP1
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SP2
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SP3
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SP4
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SP5
SP6
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KEY:

LO1 Critically analyse approaches to human resource management,
organisational behaviour and change management

LO2 Critically evaluate the evidence base of strategic and
operational management

LO3 Critically analyse health organisation within an international
context

LO4 Manage your own learning

LO5 Communicate effectively on complex issues

LO6 Demonstrate problem solving skills

LO7 Develop IT skills

LO8 Demonstrate independent study and the application of
management research skills as evidenced by the planning,
execution and evaluation of a management project.

LO9 Reflect on the process of undertaking the project and identify
what has been learned
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Appendix 2:
Assessment Map
Written
Assignme
nt
Manageme
nt and
Organisati
onal
Behaviour
√
Comparative
Health
Organisatio
n
Managing
Change
Human
Resource
Managemen
t
√
√
√
Managemen
t Project
√
Project
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