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Management careers in the unique environment of healthcare
At Griffith we're fully aware of the complexity and changing nature of healthcare systems and services around the world.
The integration of health systems and their capacity to affect the quality of life for everyone means leaders and managers in these systems need the education, knowledge and research to support their contributions.
If you aspire to be an effective leader or manager in the health service industry, our postgraduate health services management degrees are for you. Learn to plan, direct, co-ordinate and supervise the delivery of health care, as you develop your administrative, technical, problem solving and human relations skills.
Study health services management at Griffith
Preparing the next wave of effective healthcare managers
Our health services management programs will get you ready for health sector job opportunities in quality management, project management, change management, health informatics and risk management.
Develop the business skills to be effective in management roles in planning and coordinating healthcare services delivery, understanding the role of clinical services, managing information and resources. Acquire the confidence to apply cutting-edge theory to real industry challenges.
You'll be work-ready for healthcare settings such as primary and community care, private and public hospitals, and prepared for opportunities to work in policy development or health service planning.
All our health services management degrees are offered either full time or part time, on-campus or online. They're all taught at our South Bank campus in Brisbane, scheduled in the evening to accommodate your working hours. Or if you prefer an online study option, you'll be supported with advanced technology that provides access to multiple modalities.
Gain industry experience
You'll be given the opportunity to integrate your learning with hands-on practical experience through our industry placement program. You'll benefit from the opportunity to expand your resume, meet key industry networks and learn about future opportunities within the health sector.
The Master of Health Services Management is fully accredited by the Australasian College of Health Service Management.
Louise Hojsager
Griffith Health Services Management Graduate
For Danish graduate Louise Hojsager her year at Griffith University brought some welcome and warm relief from the pains and strains of the global financial downturn and the Scandinavian climate. She also returned to Europe with her public health qualifications enhanced by a Master of Health Services Management from Griffith University. 'I had started to think about possible jobs after graduating but the global financial crisis made it pretty difficult to get a job,' Louise said. 'I did not want to do what everyone else did and go to Australia but my boyfriend convinced me that I would love it. He was absolutely right.'
Study options
| Degrees | Campus | OP rank |
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| Graduate Certificate in Clinical Leadership | Gold Coast Online |
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| Graduate Certificate in Health Informatics | South Bank Online |
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| Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management | South Bank Online |
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| Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management | Offshore | |
| Master of Advanced Health Services Management | South Bank Online |
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| Master of Health Services Management | Offshore | |
| Master of Health Services Management | South Bank Online |
It is important to check the degree requirements including placement requirements, before you apply.
Career outcomes
As the world's population grows, so do its healthcare systems
The importance and impact of interventions in public health means the sector requires professionally educated, experienced health services management people to take leading roles.
Managers, clinicians, governments and owners of health facilities need qualifications in health management. With constant expansion, diversification and specialisation, there are many avenues for management careers, and many general and specialist management roles for people at national and international levels.
Careers may be available for professionals interested in moving into the health services area, or for mid-career health professionals seeking advancement, broadening their expertise and/or moving into management.
Life at Griffith
You can gain more than just a degree at Griffith. With plenty of opportunities to balance life and study, you can make memories and mates to last a lifetime.
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Key dates
Monday 5 February — Friday 21 December
Ongoing Q&A sessions
Book a 30 minute, personalised appointment with a member of our student recruitment team, to help find the right degree for you and get personalised advice about your study options. You can also find out about scholarships and discover pathways to university. Find out more
Monday 26 February — Saturday 23 June
Trimester 1
Our first teaching trimester starts on Monday 26 February 2018 . Trimester 1 examinations run from Saturday 9 to Saturday 23 June.
Tuesday 1 May — Tuesday 1 May
Future-proof your career - The Griffith STEM Roadshow - Lismore
Learn how you can future-proof your career with study in STEM. Hear from Griffith lecturers, researchers and students about Griffith programs and how you can prepare yourself for the careers of the future. Find out more
Wednesday 2 May — Thursday 3 May
Gold Coast Careers Festival
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Gold Coast Careers Festival to find out about your study options, how to apply and university life. Find out more
Thursday 3 May — Sunday 6 May
VCE and Careers Expo - Melbourne
Visit the Griffith University stand at the VCE and Careers Expo in Melbourne to find out about your study options, how to apply and university life. Find out more
Wednesday 9 May — Wednesday 9 May
Future-proof your career - The Griffith STEM Roadshow - Townsville
Learn how you can future-proof your career with study in STEM . Hear from Griffith lecturers, researchers and students about Griffith programs and how you can prepare yourself for the careers of the future. Find out more
Thursday 10 May — Thursday 10 May
Future-proof your career - The Griffith STEM Roadshow - Cairns
Learn how you can future-proof your career with study in STEM. Hear from Griffith lecturers, researchers and students about Griffith programs and how you can prepare yourself for the careers of the future. Find out more
Friday 11 May — Saturday 12 May
Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo to find out about your study options, how to apply and university life. Find out more
Monday 14 May
Pathways to Medicine Information Evening - Gold Coast campus
What you need to know to maximise your chances of gaining a place to study Griffith's Doctor of Medicine.
Tuesday 15 May
Future-proof your career - The Griffith STEM Roadshow - Toowoomba
Learn how you can future-proof your career with study in STEM. Hear from Griffith lecturers, researchers and students about Griffith programs and how you can prepare yourself for the careers of the future. Find out more
Tuesday 15 May
Mature Student Open Evening - South Bank campus
If you’re considering returning to university for postgraduate study, or starting for the first time, come along to a Griffith University Mature Student Open Evening to speak to our specialist advisers about pathways to study and support for non-school leavers and mature age students. Find out more
Tuesday 15 May
Pathways to Medicine Information Evening - South Bank campus
What you need to know to maximise your chances of gaining a place to study Griffith's Doctor of Medicine.
Thursday 17 May
Mature Student Open Evening - Gold Coast campus
If you’re considering returning to university for postgraduate study, or starting for the first time, come along to a Griffith University Mature Student Open Evening to speak to our specialist advisers about pathways to study and support for non-school leavers and mature age students. Find out more
Monday 21 May — Friday 25 May
Q&A Sessions
Book a 30 minute, personalised appointment with a member of our student recruitment team, to help find the right degree for you and get personalised advice about your study options. You can also find out about scholarships and discover pathways to university. Find out more
Tuesday 22 May
Parent and Student Advice Night - Nathan campus
Tour the campus and get personal study and subject selection advice with our expert study advisers at this informative on-campus event. Meet current Griffith students and their parents and hear about their experiences of the transition from school to university. Find out more
Thursday 24 May
Parent and Student Advice Night - Gold Coast campus
Tour the campus and get personal study and subject selection advice with our expert study advisers at this informative on-campus event. Meet current Griffith students and their parents and hear about their experiences of the transition from school to university. Find out more
Tuesday 29 May
Future-proof your career - The Griffith STEM Roadshow - Mackay
Learn how you can future-proof your career with study in STEM. Hear from Griffith lecturers, researchers and students about Griffith programs and how you can prepare yourself for the careers of the future. Find out more
Wednesday 30 May
Future-proof your career - The Griffith STEM Roadshow - Rockhampton
Learn how you can future-proof your career with study in STEM. Hear from Griffith lecturers, researchers and students about Griffith programs and how you can prepare yourself for the careers of the future. Find out more
Tuesday 19 June
Discover Griffith - Nathan campus
Join us at our Nathan campus for a fun and informative day with family and friends. You'll have the opportunity to tour our campus with a student ambassador, hear from program staff about your preferred degree and chat with our recruitment team about entry requirements and pathways to Griffith.
Thursday 21 June
Discover Griffith - Gold Coast campus
Join us at our Gold Coast campus for a fun and informative day with family and friends. You'll have the opportunity to tour our campus with a student ambassador, hear from program staff about your preferred degree and chat with our recruitment team about entry requirements and pathways to Griffith.
Monday 9 July — Saturday 20 October
Trimester 2
Our second teaching trimester starts on Monday 9 July . Trimester 2 examinations run from Saturday 6 to Saturday 20 October.
Saturday 21 July — Sunday 22 July
TSXPO (Tertiary Studies Expo)
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Tertiary Studies Expo to find out about your study options, how to apply and university life. Find out more
Tuesday 24 July
Sunshine Coast Daily Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Sunshine Coast Daily Careers and Employment Expo to find out about your study options, how to apply and university life. Find out more
Monday 6 August
Townsville Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Townsville Careers Expo to find out about your study options, how to apply and university life. Find out more
Sunday 12 August
OPEN DAY - Nathan, Gold Coast and South Bank campuses
Discover what's possible at Griffith at Open Day. Visit our Gold Coast, Nathan or South Bank campus to attend information sessions and activities, chat with academics about your preferred degree, find out about services and support, and tour our campuses. Find out more
Monday 17 September — Friday 28 September
Q&A Sessions
Book a 30 minute, personalised appointment with a member of our student recruitment team, to help find the right degree for you and get personalised advice about your study options. You can also find out about scholarships and discover pathways to university. Find out more