Master of Health Leadership and Management / Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence (Extension)
A dual-degree programme combining health leadership with infectious disease intelligence for professionals seeking advanced expertise in public health and healthcare management.
Best for:Best for professionals and graduates in healthcare, public health, epidemiology, or related fields seeking to specialise in health leadership and infectious disease management with a focus on evidence-based policy and outbreak response.
Overview
This dual Master’s programme at UNSW Sydney offers a unique blend of health leadership and infectious disease intelligence. Designed for professionals aiming to advance in public health, healthcare management, or disease surveillance, the programme integrates coursework in strategic leadership, policy-making, and data-driven infectious disease management. Students gain practical skills in health systems analysis, outbreak response, and evidence-based decision-making. The curriculum is structured to accommodate working professionals, with an extension option for those seeking additional specialisation in infectious disease intelligence. Graduates emerge with a strong foundation in both leadership and technical expertise to address contemporary health challenges.
What you'll do
- Develop strategic leadership skills to manage and improve healthcare systems and organisations.
- Analyse infectious disease data to inform policy and outbreak response strategies.
- Engage in evidence-based decision-making for public health interventions.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and policymakers to address health challenges.
- Apply knowledge of health systems to design and implement effective healthcare policies.
- Conduct research or projects focused on infectious disease intelligence and health leadership.
- Participate in case studies and simulations related to health emergencies and disease outbreaks.
- Develop expertise in health data analysis and interpretation for informed decision-making.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Public Health, Healthcare Management, Medicine, Epidemiology, or a related discipline. Professional experience in healthcare or public health may also be considered.
Degree offered: Master of Health Leadership and Management / Master of Infectious Disease Intelligence
Language: English proficiency (e.g., IELTS 6.5 or equivalent).
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for healthcare challenges.
- Ability to interpret and communicate complex health data effectively.
- Basic proficiency in statistical analysis or data management tools.
- Experience in healthcare or public health settings is advantageous.
- Open to domestic and international applicants.
- No specific age restrictions, but professional experience may be considered.
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How to apply
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Applicants must apply directly through the UNSW Sydney postgraduate application portal. Required documents typically include a CV, academic transcripts, a personal statement, and proof of English proficiency. Some applicants may also need to provide professional references or a portfolio of relevant work.
- CV
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree and any higher degrees)
- Personal statement or statement of purpose
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
- Professional references (if applicable)
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