Master of Management – Health Care Management

Trent University’s Master of Management – Health Care Management stream prepares students for leadership and managerial careers within the rapidly evolving healthcare sector. The program focuses on developing the knowledge and strategic skills needed to manage healthcare organizations operating in complex environments shaped by changing policies, growing service demands, and resource constraints. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum that combines management principles with healthcare-specific expertise, students gain a strong understanding of healthcare systems, economics, organizational leadership, and operational decision-making.

Delivered over 16 months across four academic terms, the program combines flexible learning options with practical experience to support both full-time and part-time students. Coursework covers key areas such as accounting, healthcare law and ethics, human resources, crisis management, strategic management, negotiation, and organizational change. In the final term, students complete a work-integrated learning experience or internship that provides valuable real-world application of classroom learning. With many courses available remotely, the program offers accessible and career-focused preparation for graduates seeking to lead effectively within diverse healthcare settings.

Admission Requirements

• Honours degree (a four-year undergraduate bachelor’s degree).

What You’ll Learn

• Develop management and leadership skills for complex healthcare organizations and systems.
• Gain expertise in healthcare policy, economics, law, ethics, and strategic planning.
• Strengthen abilities in organizational change, crisis management, and conflict resolution.
• Apply classroom learning through a work-integrated internship or practical industry experience.