About the Course
A Ph.D. in Healthcare Management is a prestigious doctoral-level research program designed for individuals who wish to develop advanced knowledge and expertise in managing healthcare organisations, systems, policies and services. This program prepares students to conduct original and groundbreaking research aimed at improving the efficiency, quality and effectiveness of healthcare delivery, administration and policy implementation across India and globally.
This is the highest level of qualification in healthcare management and is ideal for professionals and academics who are passionate about transforming the way healthcare systems are organised, managed and delivered. The program provides rigorous training across a broad spectrum of healthcare management disciplines — producing graduates who are recognised as experts, leaders and innovators in the field.
The curriculum covers all essential areas of healthcare management including healthcare economics, hospital management, healthcare policy, health informatics, healthcare finance, human resource management in healthcare and quality improvement in medical services — ensuring every doctoral graduate is equipped to make a meaningful and lasting contribution to the healthcare sector.
What will you study
- Healthcare Economics and Financial Management
- Hospital and Healthcare Organisation Management
- Healthcare Policy and Regulatory Affairs
- Health Informatics and Digital Healthcare Systems
- Human Resource Management in Healthcare
- Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
- Strategic Planning and Organisational Development
- Research Methodology and Biostatistics
- Public Health Systems and Administration
- Dissertation and Original Independent Research
Eligibility Criteria
Master’s degree in Healthcare Management, MHA, MPH, MBA in Healthcare Management, Public Health, Hospital Administration or related fields
Minimum 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in qualifying degree
Good academic record with strong research aptitude
Entrance Requirements:
✅ Qualifying in entrance exams — UGC NET, CSIR NET or university-specific Ph.D. entrance exams
✅ Interview or viva voce may be required at the time of admission
✅ Prior research experience or publications are an added advantage
Job Roles
- Senior Hospital Administrator and Healthcare Leader
- Healthcare Policy Developer and Government Advisor
- University Professor and Academic Researcher
- Healthcare Management Consultant
- Health Informatics and Innovation Specialist
- Public Health Programme Director
- Pharmaceutical and Insurance Sector Manager
- Think Tank and Research Organisation Specialist
- International Health Agency Advisor — WHO, UNICEF and more