Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy / Master of Business Administration

The University of Newcastle (UoN)

CRICOS Institution Code 00109J

Duration

104 weeks

Delivery

Face to Face, Online

Intakes

—

Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy program will provide students with a unique set of multidisciplinary skills needed to address the complex challenges faced by the increasingly dynamic healthcare industry. Students will have the opportunity to focus on courses in health economics and policy, health management and leadership, health analytics and informatics, or research.

The Master of Business Administration program is designed to provide students with a range of analytic, strategic and leadership skills which will prepare them for increasingly competitive careers in business management in the corporate and public sectors. The program offers a grounding in fundamental business areas such as accounting, organisational behaviour, marketing and management.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

55 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

AUD 30,590 per year (indicative, 2026)

Intakes

Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Entry into the Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy/Master of Business Administration will be available to applicants who have:
A Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline; or
A Bachelor Honours degree, Graduate Certificate, or equivalent in any discipline; or
A minimum 5 years relevant organisational experience*; or
Successful completion of 75% (30 units) of the UoN Graduate Certificate in Health Economics, Management and Policy or Graduate Certificate in Business Administration programs. *Relevant organisational experience includes experience in business, management, health, IT, social services, governance, and policy professions.

International students

English language proficiency (IELTS Academic or approved equivalent): overall minimum 6.5; no sub-test below 6.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units29 units

GSBS6004

Organisational Behaviour and Design

GSBS6003

Globalisation and Digitalisation

GSBS6005

Principles of Marketing Strategy

GSBS6009

Cross-Cultural Management

GSBS6060

Strategic Management

GSBS6040

Human Resource Management

GSBS6380

Health Economics and Finance

GSBS6061

Strategic Intervention Project

GSBS6381

Health Plan Design and Payments: Theory and Practice

GSBS6386

Healthcare Data Analytics

GSBS6382

Applied Economic Evaluation in Healthcare

GSBS6387

Research Thesis in Health Economics, Management and Policy

GSBS6383

Health Systems, Policy and Governance

INFT6201

Big Data

GSBS6384

Strategic Health Leadership and Management

INFT6304

ICT Project Planning and Management

GSBS6385

Financial Management and Decision Making in Healthcare

LAWS6090

Health Law

GSBS6484

Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility

PACC6008

Business Decision Making

PSYC6140

Leadership and Organisational Change

PUBH6304

Global Health

PUBH6305

Global Health Systems and Policy

SOCA6100

International Health: Cross-Cultural and Critical Social Science Perspectives

SOCA6640

Social Science Research Methods

STAT6001

Data Wrangling and Visualisation

STAT6020

Predictive Analytics

STAT6160

Data Analytics for Business Intelligence

STAT6170

The Science of Data Interrogation

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What two qualifications do I receive upon completing this dual degree?

Upon completion, you receive both a Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy and a Master of Business Administration, covering fields including economics and econometrics as well as public and health care administration.

How long does the Master of Health Economics, Management and Policy / Master of Business Administration take to complete?

The course has a duration of 104 weeks.

What is the estimated total cost of this course?

The estimated total course cost is AU$94,307, which includes a tuition fee of AU$93,542 and a non-tuition fee of AU$765.

Where is this course offered?

This course is offered at The University of Newcastle's Newcastle City location in New South Wales, Australia, which is owned and operated by the provider (CRICOS Provider Code: 00109J).

Is this course eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

This course is not eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights because one of its fields of education falls under the 08 - Management and Commerce broad field, which is excluded from the eligibility criteria for extended Post-Study Work Rights.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$75,000 – $100,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$100,000 – $130,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$130,000 – $175,000/yr

Career Paths

Management Consultant
General Manager
Operations Manager
Strategy Manager
Finance Manager

Key Skills

Strategic thinking and business planning
Financial analysis and budgeting
Leadership and people management
Marketing strategy and brand management
Data analysis and evidence-based decision making

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