Gulf Medical University

Ajman, AE

admissions@gmu.ac.ae +971 6 7431333P.O.Box: 4184 – Ajman, United Arab Emirates.

Gulf Medical University

Ajman, AE

admissions@gmu.ac.ae +971 6 7431333P.O.Box: 4184 – Ajman, United Arab Emirates.

Bachelor Of Science In Healthcare Management And Economics

Healthcare Management and Economics·Thumbay College of Management and Ai in Healthcare

Bachelor

Overview

To produce specialized business professionals with a deep understanding of the health industry, its language and unique culture.

Typical Job Titles

Health Operations Manager
Hospital Administrator
Pharmaceutical Product Manager
Marketing Executive
Finance Manager in Health Industry
Health Policy Advisor and Strategist
Healthcare Management Information Systems Advisor

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Program Details

Degree level: Bachelor
Department: Healthcare Management and Economics
College: Thumbay College of Management and Ai in Healthcare

Tuition & Fees

Tuition: Contact admissions

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Apply fundamental management concepts and techniques for effective healthcare administration.
Analyze legal-ethical principles and policies while solving real-world scenarios in the healthcare industry.
Assess healthcare data using qualitative and quantitative techniques for informed business decisions in complex and volatile market situations.
Write reports based on relevant information to make evidence-based healthcare decisions.
Predict innovative business strategies considering current trends and future challenges in the healthcare sector.
Produce critical thinking skills to meet customer requirements for business development.
Design safe working practices using relevant principles and quality standards.

Academic Requirements

The applicant must have completed a minimum of 12 years of school education.
The applicant must have passed English Language Proficiency Tests with a minimum score as follows:
- All UAE education system must fulfil a minimum of 80% in English in Grade 12
- For those completed English medium of instruction in high school, a minimum score of 80% or its equivalent in Grade 12
- for those international students who completed high school in their national language:
- TOEFL CBT 173 – iBT 61
- 5.0 in IELTS for Academic
Failing which, the student is required to complete remedial English in the first semester and score the required marks (80% minimum). If not, progress to second semester shall be withheld.

Required Documents

Attested High School Transcript of Grades 10 or 11, & 12 covering Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics & English.

Equivalency Certificate from the Ministry of Education, UAE for international curriculum

Passport copy (Applicant and Parent)

Emirates ID Card (if UAE Resident)

English Language Proficiency Score (English High school marks/IELTS/TOEFL, etc.)

Build team collaboration, focusing on respect for cultural diversity and individual differences across business environments.

Applicants from UAE educational systems (all tracks) must have secured a minimum aggregate score equivalent to 60% in Grade 12.

Applicants from any other non-UAE educational systems must submit an Equivalency Certificate of their High School certificate from Ministry of Education, UAE. Failing to submit the equivalency certificate, the student would be on conditional admission and is required to fulfil the requirements as specified in the General admission requirements.

Applicants from any other non-UAE educational systems not listed above must have secured a minimum aggregate score equivalent to UAE 60% as per International Grade Conversion Table published by World Education Services (WES).

All applicants shall be evaluated for cognitive and non-cognitive traits demonstrating their aptitude for the chosen area of study by the Admissions committee of the College.

On successful completion of the above, the applicant and parent meet the admissions committee. The decision of the Admission Committee shall be final and binding.

Program Requirements

Completion of 123 credits
Obtaining a minimum CGPA of 2.0
Obtaining a minimum pass mark of 65% (Grade D+) for each course
Securing a minimum attendance of 80%

One Passport Photograph with white background

All UAE Nationals shall submit a copy of UAE nationality ID (Khulasat Al-Kayd) and family Book/card with identification number

Good Conduct Certificate from school

Medical Fitness Certificate from Thumbay Hospital

Medical Insurance certificate (for UAE residents)

Recognized baccalaureate degree and transcripts attested from the Ministry of Education, UAE

Certificate of Recognition from MOE, UAE for international bachelor’s degree

Passport copy and Emirates ID Card (if UAE Resident- Family book)

Valid English Proficiency Score sheet or evidence of undergraduate degree medium of instruction

Passport-size Photograph

2 Recommendation letters

Statement of Purpose

Relevant academic or professional experience certificates if any