Master of Health and Human Services Management

2015 Deakin University Handbook

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Year2015 course information
Award granted Master of Health and Human Services Management
CampusOffered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Cloud CampusYes
Duration2 years full-time or part-time equivalent
CRICOS course code056060C Burwood (Melbourne)
Deakin course codeH756

This course is offered to students commencing in 2015 onwards. Continuing students should refer to the H746 Master of Health and Human Services Management course entry.

Course sub-headings

Course overview

The Master of Health and Human Services Management will prepare you to be an effective manager and leader and is particularly well suited to those interested in working in the health and human services sector as well as those who currently hold senior positions in this industry.

The course will provide students with opportunities to develop core competencies required for leadership and strategic planning, evidence-based decision making, health needs assessment and evaluation, program planning and monitoring, resource and project management, communication and negotiation.

The course focuses on evidence based decision making and health service delivery outcomes and allows you to choose elective study options that align with your career aspirations and interest areas. Elective units can be chosen from specialty areas such as health economics, public health research and business administration. There is also flexibility of choice between research and coursework – enabling you to construct a study program that best meets your interests and career aspirations.

Pathways

You may choose to combine the Master of Health and Human Services Management (MHHSM) with the Master of Health Promotion
Career opportunities for graduates of the Master of Health and Human Services Management exist in hospitals and health services, welfare organisations, government departments and agencies and non-government organisations. Employment opportunities exist locally and overseas.

The course is designed within an international context.

Course rules

The course comprises of 16 credit points including ten core units (10 credit points) and six elective units (6 credit points).

Course structure

Core units

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Option A: Public Health specialisation

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plus one credit point from:

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Option B: Health Economics specialisation 

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plus one credit point from:

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Option C: Business Administration specialisation

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plus one credit point from:

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plus two credit points from:

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Option D: Business Administration specialisation with Practicum *

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plus one credit point from:

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*Students choosing this option must obtain approval from the Course Director

Other combinations of elective units within the specialisation options are possible with the approval of the Course Director