DBA Healthcare Leadership

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Healthcare Leadership is for senior managers in the NHS and other healthcare groups. It is for those who want to influence policies and lead in healthcare by doing research. The programme gives them the skills and knowledge to do strong research in their job, solve important problems, and have a real effect. They will learn through workshops, group work, and online discussions.

The course has three main parts. The first two parts each last for at least nine months. The third part lasts for at least 30 months. At the end, they will write a long paper called a thesis based on their research. A team of academic advisors will help them throughout the course, including specialists from the Business School.

Middlesex University is a top UK university offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in fields such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts. Located in North London, its campus provides a safe environment with world-class facilities. The university is committed to providing students with the knowledge and skills needed to achieve their career goals. It also has campuses in Dubai and Mauritius, with connections in over 55 countries, offering unique opportunities for students to study and work internationally.

Applicants need to send in a personal statement. In this statement, they should explain why they want to take the course and include other important details about their education. They also need a reference, which can be from a teacher or an employer. Students can choose to include their CVs with their applications to show any work experience they have.

Candidates are also required to have a minimum of five years of full-time managerial or professional experience in a senior position. They also need to have the authority to lead and implement significant change initiatives within their organisation.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants should hold a master’s degree or higher.
• A different degree may be acceptable if the student has enough relevant work experience in the healthcare sector.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants whose first language is not English need to achieve a score of 7.0 overall in the IELTS test.
• In exceptional cases, a score of 6.5 may be considered.

The tuition fee for EU and international students is £10,000 per year.

The university offers various scholarships for international students. While there are no specific scholarships listed for this particular course, students may be eligible for general awards for international students. These include Regional Awards and International Merit Awards, which provide a reduction in course fees.

Graduates of this course are well-prepared for a variety of roles. Some of the positions they can work in include:

• Senior leadership positions
• Board-level roles
• Healthcare consultant
• Policy advisor
• Researcher or academic in healthcare leadership

Candidates can apply directly through the university's website. Our trained advisors are available to assist with the process.