MBA in International Healthcare Management (IHM)

Specialists and managers from all over the world – who are pursuing a management career in hospitals, healthcare companies and institutions worldwide and wish to acquire additional management qualifications to enhance their professional skills.

• First academic degree
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• At least 3 years of professional experience
• Healthcare relevant background or interest

Admission to the MBA IHM programme at Frankfurt School is very competitive and the application process consists of 4 steps:

1. Online application

2. Assessment interview

3. Results

4. Start of the programme

Please find all the details further down.

This module gives an overview of the main and basic types of healthcare systems and the underlying dimensions.  A comprehensive introduction to the German Healthcare System serves as the basis and role model for comparing different systems and to foster discussions.  In addition, the module introduces the basic principles of economics and main techniques applied in financial and managerial accounting which will be applied to different examples and exercises during the module.

The module starts with teambuilding activities to foster collaboration and communication among the students.

Soft skills are promoted in the team exercises. Interaction and discussions among students and team work play a central role in this and all modules of the MBA IHM.

Building on financial accounting introduced in module 1, the course introduces the most important financial management tools, available financing instruments, methods of cost accounting and management systems as well as performance controlling. Students will learn to make decisions regarding the optimal financial structure as well as how to control performance. Special emphasis is placed on strategic and organizational aspects.

The course is focussing on the most important elements of Strategic Planning and Market Oriented Management. Students learn about the process of strategic management and how the process and implementation unfolds within companies. The course also enables student to use scientific methods of market analysis and development to create substantial market oriented strategies and tactical approaches. In addition the challenges of implementing and developing a healthcare system in an emerging country will be discussed based on an introduction to the Indian Healthcare System.

The module focuses on the introduction to Innovation Management, analysing real examples on the market entry of innovative healthcare products and services, and the basics of Project Management. Students will have the opportunity to work on a live Case Study dealing with a real innovation project, learn its management problems and develop solutions in collaboration with experienced practitioner. In addition the current status and trends of the US Healthcare System will be discussed.

After four modules focusing on financial and strategic aspects in the healthcare industry, students will develop a business plan for a real investment project to observe the issues and problems arising from applying the reviewed concepts in the real setting.

In addition, based on the MarkStrat Online simulation game participants learn how to use management tools in the area of strategic marketing and portfolio management in a problem-oriented and effective way. Moreover, they learn how to manage decision-making processes in a company as a complex system.

This module focuses on the basic principles of Quality and Risk Management, Business Process Management, Six Sigma and Approaches of Integrated Healthcare Value Chains.

Students will understand and learn how to transfer management approaches from other industries into healthcare business.

In addition, the basic principles of the Singaporian Healthcare System will be discussed and the Australian Healthcare System will be introduced.

This module addresses the flow of tangible goods within an organisation, taking into account the specifics in a healthcare environment. Participants are introduced to the principles of logistics, purchasing and facility management. The students will also work out the key role and challenges of IT in healthcare.

The core of the live case study in cooperation with a strong business partner (IT industry) will be a real IT related management issue. After being introduced to the case, the students will have to use the provided information plus some research  to develop, present and discuss their solutions.

In addition, the introduction to the NHS will offer the opportunity of a comprehensive discussion of Healthcare Systems in comparison. 

This module addresses the topics Human Resource Management and Organisational Development as the key elements of management and change in healthcare related business.

Students will also receive an introduction in the Dubai healthcare system and the trends in the Golf region.

This module consists of three parts related to the role individuals play in an organisation: Leadership, Intercultural Management and Ethics.

In Leadership participants learn how to develop and maintain human resources potential in a healthcare environment from the perspective of a leader. In the part Intercultural Management, they build on their own experiences during the programme to learn how to become an effective international manager, how to lead and motivate, foster co-operation and create synergies. Additionally, various topics on the ethics in hospital and healthcare management are discussed, especially the relationship between medicine and economics.

The culmination of the MBA programme is the Master Thesis. It applies an action learning approach and offers programme members the option of basing their Master Thesis on management issues in their business environment or integrated management projects. Its aim is to demonstrate a critical and reflective approach to management.

Effective healthcare requires leadership, sound decision-making skills, and expertise. In addition, it requires entrepreneurial thinking and the willingness to innovate in how healthcare services are delivered.

In a field driven by innovation, it’s vital that you keep pace. A solid business plan can be the difference between just an idea and a successful business. In the process of creating one, you will develop an understanding of strategic planning, market situations and competitive advantages.

Our MBA IHM is based on a mixture of theoretical learning supported and reinforced with case studies and group work following the Harvard model of teaching.

The case studies have been tailored to meet class objectives - based on real-world situations and focused on health care. In addition, our participants are asked to bring in their own, work-related cases. Teamwork and group presentations are other key elements.

Industry leaders join students from different backgrounds and cultures to discuss current real-life challenges and opportunities within an international healthcare setting. 

Many opportunities arise, both on campus and at various site visits, to engage with health care experts, key industry players and innovative healthcare entrepreneurs.

The MBA IHM Leadership Coaching features individualized coaching designed to meet your needs wherever you are in your journey toward reaching your leadership potential.

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• you are working in the healthcare industry, confronted with challenging management and leadership decisions.
• you need confidence and detailed background knowledge so you can take an authoritative role in discussions with colleagues, customers, shareholders and stakeholders.
• you work in an international environment and would like to exchange ideas and discuss solutions for various international and intercultural issues with your peers.
• you would like to know more about the management models and methodologies of different players in the healthcare industry.

If you are interested in joining a group of dynamic individuals, and in building new skills and a solid foundation of specialised knowledge as you pursue a management career in the international healthcare industry, we encourage you to apply for Frankfurt School's IHM.

Visit an MBA class this semester to discuss a case study with academic staff and current MBA students. This is your chance to 

• experience typical classroom subjects,
• teaching techniques, and
• learning methods.

Feel free to contact our MBA Team to arrange a campus visit, including a guided tour of the campus

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