PG Cert International Healthcare Management

Entry requirements

Academic entry route

In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our PG Cert International Healthcare Management, you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:

• an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification

Work experience entry route

In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements for our PG Cert International Healthcare Management, you must meet the following criteria:

• at least three years’ relevant work experience

Months of entry

July, October

Course content

Delve into the fascinating world of global healthcare and take your first steps towards leadership, with our online Postgraduate Certificate in International Healthcare Management.

The thought-provoking course will provide you with an understanding of leadership and management theory, challenges and practices in relation to healthcare.

You’ll learn the principles and practices of effective modern management as well as developing an awareness of the healthcare environment on a global scale. You’ll also gain skills which will enhance your CV and that can be used directly in your current position, or to enhance your career further.

Throughout this course, you’ll explore a broad range of topics including:

• the key issues and challenges facing senior management in today’s healthcare environments and the benefits of strategic management
• practical leadership skills underpinned by a critical appreciation of leadership theory
• the concept of evidence-based management practice in healthcare environments

Upon completion of your PG Cert International Healthcare Management we offer the opportunity for you to progress on to study for a PG Dip International Healthcare Management (120 credits) or our full MSc International Healthcare Management (180 credits).

We're proud to be rated Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Rankings 2024. Our achievement, which is based on four pillars - resources, engagement, outcomes and environment - recognises our commitment to excellent online education.

• Over 80% of postgraduates saw a salary increase
• 3 in 5 postgraduate alumni said their degree helped them gain a promotion
• 2 in 5 students feel ready to make a career change
• 90% of students felt better prepared for their career after studying with us

Fees and funding

Full tuition fee: 

£4,286 UK / £4,476 International (2025-26)

£4,402 UK / £4,628 International (2026-27)

• Alumni discount of 10% of the tuition fee available if you are a previous graduate with the University of Essex or University of Essex Online.
• Full payment discount of 5% if you pay upfront.