Mini-Master of Business Administration Catalogue
Business Administration is the management of an organisation’s resources, time, and people to achieve its goals and objectives.
The Mini-Master of Business Administration (Mini-MBA) is a shorter, condensed version of the traditional Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme. It typically provides an overview of key business concepts, methods, and practices in a shorter timeframe, making it suitable for individuals who want to gain foundational knowledge in business administration but may not have the time or resources to commit to a full MBA programme. The Mini-MBA covers essential topics such as management, finance, marketing, operations, and strategy, offering participants valuable insights and skills that can be immediately applied in the workplace.
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Programme Description
This programme is a 3-month (12-week) online certificate course designed for individuals seeking to acquire essential business administration skills specifically tailored for healthcare practice management. It aims to equip participants with the knowledge necessary to enhance excellence and quality care, ultimately supporting favourable patient outcomes.
Programme Objectives
1. To educate learners on the basic principles and practice of Business Administration in healthcare
2. To produce graduates who would improve healthcare through excellence and quality care, ultimately supporting favourable patient outcomes.
3. To equip learners for future professional development, self-actualization, and practice management
4. To educate learners on the ability to cooperate with individuals, teams or groups and specialists in the business of healthcare
Teaching Target
The teaching target of the Mini-Master of Business Administration (mMBA) programme is to help learners to grasp the basic knowledge and skills needed to master the basic techniques of business administration, manage a health facility, and establish the foundation for a sound managerial and capitalist entrepreneurial health engagement enterprise.
Specialisations
1. Healthcare Management
2. Clinical Research
Courses
mMBA in Healthcare Management
Healthcare management is a multifaceted field dedicated to overseeing and improving the delivery of healthcare services. It involves coordinating and directing medical services, managing healthcare facilities, and ensuring efficient and effective patient care. Healthcare managers work to optimise operational performance, develop and implement policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. They play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of care, improving patient outcomes, and maintaining the financial health of healthcare institutions.
| CODE | USCH | TITLE |
| PC6-611 | 8 | Foundations of Healthcare Management |
| PC2-012 | 3 | Health Systems, Law, & Policy |
| PC1-013 | 3 | Processes, Artificial Intelligence, and Quality Improvement |
| PC6-612 | 8 | Health Economics and Finance Management |
| PP1-002 | 1 | Business Strategy |
| PP1-003 | 1 | Sales and Marketing |
| PC6-613 | 6 | mMBA Capstone (Practicum/Field Work, Publication, and Seminar) |
| T. CREDITS | 30 USCH (60 ECTS) | |
| Other components of the curriculum | ||
| RL00 | 0 | GRIT |
| RL01 | 0 | Developing your personal career strategy |
| WBN01 | 0 | We are the Future |
| WBN02 | 0 | Advocacy in Health Care |
| WBN04 | 0 | Designing and Developing Healthcare Facilities & Programmes |
| WBN05 | 0 | Environmental Impact Assessment |
| WBN07 | 0 | Stress and our Health and Illness States |
| WBN08 | 0 | Behavioural Dimensions in the Concept of Health |
| WBN09 | 0 | Nutritional Factors in Health and Illness States |
| WBN10 | 0 | Public Health Informatics |
| WBN11 | 0 | Communication in Health Education Programmes |
| WBN12 | 0 | Anxiety Disorders |
| WBN16 | 0 | Working in Resource-Limited Settings |
| WBN17 | 0 | Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) |
Total credits: 30 USCH (60 ECTS). Note: USCH = United States Credit Hours and ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.
mMBA in Clinical Research
Clinical research is a diverse field focused on investigating medical treatments, interventions, and outcomes to improve patient care. It involves designing and conducting clinical trials, collecting and analysing data, and ensuring adherence to ethical and regulatory standards. Clinical researchers work to develop new treatments, evaluate the efficacy and safety of existing therapies, and contribute to medical knowledge. Their work is essential in advancing medical science, enhancing treatment protocols, and ultimately improving patient outcomes.
| CODE | USCH | TITLE |
| PC6-614 | 8 | Foundations of Clinical Research |
| PC2-012 | 3 | Health Systems, Law, & Policy |
| PC6-615 | 3 | Clinical Trial Design and Management |
| PC6-616 | 3 | Biostatistics for Clinical Research |
| PC6-617 | 5 | Project Management in Clinical Research |
| PP1-002 | 1 | Business Strategy |
| PP1-003 | 1 | Sales and Marketing |
| PC6-618 | 6 | mMBA Capstone (Practicum/Field Work, Publication, and Seminar) |
| T. CREDITS | 30 USCH (60 ECTS) | |
| Other components of the curriculum | ||
| RL00 | 0 | GRIT |
| RL01 | 0 | Developing your personal career strategy |
| WBN01 | 0 | We are the Future |
| WBN02 | 0 | Advocacy in Health Care |
| WBN04 | 0 | Designing and Developing Healthcare Facilities & Programmes |
| WBN05 | 0 | Environmental Impact Assessment |
| WBN07 | 0 | Stress and our Health and Illness States |
| WBN08 | 0 | Behavioural Dimensions in the Concept of Health |
| WBN09 | 0 | Nutritional Factors in Health and Illness States |
| WBN10 | 0 | Public Health Informatics |
| WBN11 | 0 | Communication in Health Education Programmes |
| WBN12 | 0 | Anxiety Disorders |
| WBN16 | 0 | Working in Resource-Limited Settings |
| WBN17 | 0 | Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) |
Total credits: 30 USCH (60 ECTS). Note: USCH = United States Credit Hours and ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.
How we teach these courses and modules
This programe is taught and assessed entirely (100%) online/ODL.
We utilise the Flipped Classroom Model of Instruction, using the best available, cost-effective media (WhatsApp, Telegram, & YouTube).
- We assign pre-recorded lecture audio, videos, and other resources as homework to be watched or engaged before class.
- Students make their notes or jot down major points and may also consult materials outside of school resources for better understanding of lessons and to enrich their notes/jottings.
- We spend classroom time on valuable activities like reviewing lectures and/or other resources, discussions, Q&A, real-life applications, and projects.
- For each course, live interactive sessions are held as scheduled in the Programme’s Roadmap. Each session runs for about 45 minutes to 1 hour
- There are regular (weekly) academic webinars that support learning and career/business development.
- The capstone (practicum/field work) summarises the overall achievement in the programme.
- Faculty-Student Forum (WhatsApp and Telegram) goes from 10 am – 4 pm Monday to Friday
mMBA Enrolment Fee
- Regular Plan: $120 (USD) per month
- Career Boost plan or Business plan: Regular Fee plus $20 (USD) per month
Requirements for mMBA programme
1. Interest in the programme
2. Possession of a relevant degree or its equivalent recognised by the school’s Oversight and Academic Board (OAB)
3. Ability to communicate effectively in the English Language
4. Payment of the Admission Processing Fee: $5 (USD)
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Prospects after Taking this Programme
After taking this course, a learner should be able to
- Manifest increased business administration and healthcare knowledge and skills
- Land a new job or promotion, or enhance their CV
- Possess sharpened skills
- Attract a salary raise
- Start or manage a healthcare facility/business/organisation or improve the revenue generation, organisation, and operations of an existing healthcare facility
- Enhance the operations of their business/organisation or their present work place
- Use their knowledge and skills to manage any health facility or project
- Help society better or give back to society
Available Cohorts
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