PhD in Health Management

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Asia:

25%

Africa:

5%

Oceania:

5%

Europe:

20%

North America:

15%

South America:

10%

Others:

20%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Accenture

Deloitte

EY

Google

Microsoft

Apple

Facebook

Twitter

Pinterest

Spotify

Tesla

Meta

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$53,280 / year

Overall Cost

$68,280 / year

FAQs

• What documents must be submitted with the application?
  
  Applicants must provide a detailed research proposal, academic transcripts and certificates, curriculum vitae, evidence of prior research experience (such as a Master’s thesis or publication), proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent), and contact details of academic referees.
• What are the admission requirements?
  
  Applicants must hold a Master’s degree with a significant research component (usually equivalent to at least 25% of the degree) or an Honours degree (First Class or equivalent) in a related field such as health management, public health, or business administration. Applicants must also demonstrate capacity for independent research through prior publications or a research thesis.
• What are the main research areas in this program?
  
  Research areas include healthcare leadership and governance, health policy and reform, hospital management, workforce planning, digital health management, healthcare quality improvement, and health economics. Students can also explore public health and health services integration.
• How is the program structured?
  
  The PhD is a three to four-year full-time research program (or part-time equivalent). It consists mainly of independent research under expert supervision and leads to the submission of a doctoral thesis. Some candidates may complete short research training units during the first year to strengthen methodology and analytical skills.
• What is the focus of the PhD in Health Management at Monash University?
  
  The PhD in Health Management focuses on developing advanced research skills to address key issues in health systems, healthcare leadership, policy, and management. The program trains students to conduct independent and impactful research that improves healthcare quality, accessibility, and efficiency at local, national, and global levels.