Program Description

The Diploma in Healthcare Management (Dip. HCM) is a two-year program that prepares graduates with the knowledge, skills and competencies needed for an entry level position in the field of Healthcare Management (HCM). After completing the Dip. HCM program, graduates will possess a practical and theoretical overview of the functions of managing business activities in a healthcare setting. Students engage in hands-on experiential learning through applied assignments and a required HCM work placement.

Program Duration:

2 years

Admission Requirements:

1. High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%.
1. The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Directorate; OR

2. A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0; OR

3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
1. A minimum of 60% on the University Math Placement Test; OR

2. A valid SAT Report Form with minimum score of 480; OR

3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
1. Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and admission priority category.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Healthcare Management (Dip. HCM) program, graduates will be prepared to:

SLO01. Compare the practical aspects of different business functions related to a healthcare entity in Qatar

SLO02. Apply knowledge of different business skills, tools, and technologies to the healthcare entity, including: financial management, business ethics, laws and policies, employee relations, management of healthcare data, performance management, and information systems

SLO03. Analyze best practices in healthcare contexts for effective and efficient solutions to business challenges

SLO04. Influence decision-making using a variety of communication formats in culturally diverse healthcare systems

SLO05. Apply ethical principles to different situations within the domain of healthcare administration

Program Educational Objectives

Within a few years of graduation from the Diploma in Healthcare Management (Dip. HCM) program, graduates will be able to:

PEO04. Function effectively in the business-related domains of a healthcare entity such as: managing it’s finances, managing and protecting healthcare data, marketing its services, and risk management

PEO05. Make use of personal and cognitive skills to be effective in the administration of healthcare systems including communication, teamwork, and other soft skills such as: time management and employee relations

PEO06. Apply ethical principles in the conduct of a healthcare entity’s business and demonstrate responsibility to society and to the profession

PEO01. Analyze operational performance of healthcare entities within a healthcare delivery system

PEO02. Apply knowledge and skills focused on the specific occupation of healthcare administration

PEO03. Use analytical skills in effective decision-making and generating solutions to problems in healthcare settings

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2025-2026 Study Plan:

COURSE
NUMBER		 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
Pre-req CO-req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 1
COMM1010 English Communication I - - 3 3 0
MATH1070 Applied Mathematics - - 3 3 1
HRMG1001 Principles of Human Resource Management - - 3 2 3
Elective - Effective & Experiential Learning: select 1 of 3
EFFL1001 Effective Learning - - 3 3 0
EFFL1002 Applied & Experiential Learning - - 3 3 0
EFFL1003 Experiential Learning & Entrepreneurship - - 3 3 0
Semester 1 Total: 12 11 4
SEMESTER 2
COMM1020 English Communication II COMM1010 - 3 3 0
ACCT1001 Financial Accounting - - 3 2 3
MRKT1001 Principles of Marketing - - 3 2 3
HCMT1001 Introduction to Healthcare Management - - 3 2 3
Semester 2 Total: 12 9 9
SEMESTER 3
BKFT1001 Principles of Finance ACCT1001 - 3 2 3
HCMT2001 Healthcare Operations Management HCMT1001 - 3 2 3
Semester 3 Total: 6 4 6
Year 1 Total: 30 24 19
COURSE
NUMBER		 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
Pre-req CO-req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 4
BUSG2010 Qatar Business Law - - 3 2 3
BUSG2002 Project Management - - 3 2 2
HRMG2020 Employee Relations - - 3 2 3
HCMT3001 Health Policy HCMT2001 - 3 2 2
HCMT3002 Healthcare Information Governance HCMT2001 - 3 2 2
Semester 4 Total: 15 10 12
SEMESTER 5
HCMT3003 Healthcare Quality Management HCMT2001 - 3 2 2
HCMT3004 Health Economics ECON2010 & HCMT2001 - 3 2 2
HCMT3005 Healthcare Informatics HCMT2001 - 3 2 2
HCMT3006 Healthcare Risk Management HCMT2001 - 3 2 2
Semester 5 Total: 12 8 8
SEMESTER 6
BUSG2301 Work Placement Min 54 Credits CGPA>2.0 - 9 0 0
Semester 6 Total: 9 0 0
Year 2 Total: 36 18 20
Program Total 66 42 39

Graduate Future Pathways:

Graduates of the Diploma in Healthcare Management (Dip. HCM) may choose to continue their studies and complete the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management (B.Sc. HCM) degree program.

Graduate Career Opportunities:

The Diploma in Healthcare Management (Dip. HCM) is an applied program with learning outcomes closely linked to the labor market. A wide range of career opportunities in the field currently exist and include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Healthcare Services Assistant
  • Healthcare Office Administrator
  • Medical Records Assistant
  • Outpatient Care Coordinator
  • Public Health Assistant
  • Customer Care Representative

Program Contact:

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Dr. Khaled Al-Surimi
Department Head, Healthcare Management
Email
khaled.alsurimi@udst.edu.qa
Phone
+974-4495-2846