DBA IN HEALTH
CARE MANAGEMENT
DBA IN HEALTH
CARE MANAGEMENT
Program Overview
Award : Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Health Care Management
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Health Care Management at Geneva Nations Institute is a specialized doctoral program designed for experienced healthcare professionals, administrators, and policy-makers. This two-year program focuses on equipping participants with advanced research skills and strategic insights to address the complex challenges and opportunities within the global healthcare sector. It emphasizes evidence-based decision-making, innovation in healthcare delivery, and leadership in a rapidly evolving industry.
Total Credit Hours: 120 ECTS
Program Duration: 2 years (4 semesters), fully online with optional live interactive sessions and workshops.
Mode of learning: Blended learning, combining self-paced study, live interactive sessions, and guided research
Program Goals
• To develop advanced research and analytical skills for evidence-based decision-making in healthcare.
• To cultivate innovative leadership approaches for transforming healthcare systems and organizations.
• To enable participants to contribute original knowledge to the field of healthcare management.
• To prepare healthcare executives for top-tier leadership and policy roles requiring critical thinking and impactful solutions.
Course Objectives for the Degree
Upon successful completion of the DBA in Health Care Management, participants will be able to:
• Critically evaluate advanced theories and empirical research in healthcare management and policy.
• Design and execute rigorous research projects to address complex issues in healthcare delivery and administration.
• Develop and implement innovative strategies for improving healthcare quality, efficiency, and accessibility.
• Analyze the socio-economic, political, and ethical dimensions of global healthcare challenges.
• Communicate complex research findings and strategic recommendations to diverse stakeholders in the healthcare sector.
• Contribute original, practice-relevant knowledge to the body of literature in healthcare management.
Semester 1: Advanced Research and Strategic Foundations (30 ECTS)
Module 1.1: Doctoral Research Methodologies (10 ECTS)
- Content: Philosophy of science; qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research designs; literature review techniques; ethical considerations in research.
- Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Critically assess various research paradigms and their applicability to business problems.
- Formulate well-defined research questions and objectives at a doctoral level.
- Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to identify research gaps and theoretical foundations.
- Apply ethical principles to all stages of the research process.
- Assessments: Assignment (Research Proposal Outline): 50%, Presentation (Literature Review Defense): 50%
Module 1.2: Advanced Business Analytics and Data Interpretation (10 ECTS)
- Content: Advanced statistical analysis; data visualization; introduction to big data and AI in business research; interpreting complex datasets.
- Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Utilize advanced analytical tools to process and interpret complex business data.
- Apply appropriate statistical methods for quantitative research designs.
- Critically evaluate the implications of data for strategic decision-making.
- Communicate data-driven insights effectively through visualization.
- Assessments: Assignment (Data Analysis Project): 60%, Presentation (Findings Interpretation): 40%
Module 1.3: Strategic Thinking for Executive Leaders (10 ECTS)
- Content: Advanced strategic frameworks; competitive advantage in dynamic markets; organizational agility; global strategic management.
- Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Critically analyze and apply advanced strategic models to complex organizational contexts.
- Formulate innovative strategies for achieving sustainable competitive advantage.
- Assess the impact of global trends and disruptive technologies on strategic planning.
- Develop a strategic mindset for leading organizations through uncertainty.
- Assessments: Assignment (Strategic Case Study Analysis): 50%, Presentation (Strategic Recommendation): 50%
Semester 2: Leadership, Innovation, and Governance (30 ECTS)
Module 2.1: Leadership in Complex Organizations (10 ECTS)
- Content: Theories of executive leadership; leading change and transformation; power and influence in organizations; building high-performing teams.
- Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Evaluate various leadership theories and their practical application in complex settings.
- Develop strategies for leading organizational change and fostering a culture of innovation.
- Analyze the dynamics of power and influence within executive leadership roles.
- Design interventions to enhance team performance and organizational effectiveness.
- Assessments: Assignment (Leadership Development Plan): 50%, Presentation (Leadership Case Study): 50%
Module 2.2: Innovation and Digital Transformation (10 ECTS)
- Content: Managing innovation processes; digital strategy and business model innovation; emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, IoT) and their strategic implications; fostering an innovative culture.
- Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Design and manage innovation processes within established organizations.
- Formulate digital transformation strategies that leverage emerging technologies.
- Assess the strategic implications of AI, blockchain, and IoT for various industries.
- Cultivate an organizational culture that supports continuous innovation.
- Assessments: Assignment (Digital Transformation Strategy Proposal): 60%, Presentation (Innovation Challenge Solution): 40%
Module 2.3: Global Business Ethics and Corporate Governance (10 ECTS)
- Content: Ethical decision-making frameworks in a global context; corporate social responsibility; stakeholder management; international governance structures and regulations.
- Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Apply ethical frameworks to complex global business dilemmas.
- Develop strategies for integrating corporate social responsibility into core business operations.
- Analyze the role of effective corporate governance in ensuring organizational integrity and sustainability.
- Navigate international regulatory landscapes and stakeholder expectations.
- Assessments: Assignment (Ethical Dilemma Analysis): 50%, Presentation (Governance Framework Proposal): 50%
Semester 3: Health Care Management Specialization (30 ECTS)
Module 3.1: Global Health Policy and Economics (10 ECTS)
- Content: Comparative healthcare systems; health policy analysis; health economics and financing models; global health challenges and disparities.
- Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Critically compare and contrast different global healthcare systems and their policy implications.
- Analyze the economic principles and financing mechanisms within healthcare.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of various health policies in addressing global health challenges.
- Propose evidence-based policy recommendations for improving health outcomes.
- Assessments: Assignment (Health Policy Analysis Report): 50%, Presentation (Comparative Healthcare System Brief): 50%
• Module 3.2: Healthcare Operations and Quality Management (10 ECTS)
o Content: Lean healthcare principles; patient flow optimization; quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, TQM); patient safety and risk management in healthcare.
o Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
▪ Apply operational management principles to optimize patient flow and resource utilization in healthcare settings.
▪ Implement quality improvement methodologies to enhance patient care and safety.
▪ Identify and mitigate risks within healthcare operations.
▪ Develop strategies for fostering a culture of continuous quality improvement.
o Assessments: Assignment (Healthcare Process Improvement Plan): 60%, Presentation (Quality Management Initiative): 40%
• Module 3.3: Digital Health, Innovation, and Patient-Centered Care (10 ECTS)
o Content: Telemedicine and remote care; health informatics and data analytics in healthcare; AI and personalized medicine; ethical and regulatory aspects of digital health; patient engagement strategies.
o Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
▪ Evaluate the strategic potential of digital health technologies for improving healthcare delivery.
▪ Utilize health informatics and data analytics to inform clinical and administrative decisions.
▪ Analyze the ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges associated with digital health innovations.
▪ Design patient-centered care models leveraging technology and engagement strategies.
o Assessments: Assignment (Digital Health Implementation Plan): 50%, Presentation (Patient-Centered Innovation Proposal): 50%
Semester 4: Doctoral Dissertation and Defense (30 ECTS)
• Module 4.1: Doctoral Dissertation (30 ECTS)
o Content: Independent, original research leading to a substantial dissertation that contributes to theory and/or practice in healthcare management. Includes regular supervision meetings, research seminars, and preparation for defense.
o Learning Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will be able to:
▪ Conduct an independent, rigorous research project culminating in a doctoral dissertation.
▪ Demonstrate mastery of advanced research methodologies relevant to their chosen topic.
▪ Contribute original and significant knowledge to the field of healthcare management.
▪ Defend their research findings and methodology effectively to an expert panel.
o Assessments: Dissertation Submission: 70%, Oral Defense (Viva Voce): 30%
Target Audience
• Senior healthcare administrators and executives (e.g., hospital CEOs, clinic directors).
• Public health officials and policy-makers.
• Medical professionals in leadership roles.
• Consultants specializing in the healthcare sector.
• Researchers and academics focused on healthcare management challenges.
Certification
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, participants will be awarded the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Health Care Management by the Geneva Nations Institute.