Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Healthcare Management
Elevate your impact from medical management to systemic healthcare mastery. This flexible DBA empowers you to apply robust research methodologies to real-world clinical and operational challenges, transforming how you view healthcare landscapes and enabling you to find data-backed solutions that drive long-term efficiency, patient-centered growth, and sustainability.
Current Status
Not Enrolled
Price
€3,200.00
Official Course Fee
CHF 6,000 / Full course
Application Processing Fee
€199*
Expected Scholarship
40-50%
After scholarship you may pay
CHF 3600 for Full Course
Healthcare leadership requires a unique combination of clinical understanding, management expertise, and research capability — and the Rushford DBA in Healthcare Management develops all three. This online DBA (3 years, 180 ECTS) from Rushford Business School, Switzerland develops advanced competencies in health systems, healthcare strategy, quality management, and applied research. Graduates pursue roles as hospital CEOs, health system directors, healthcare policy leads, and academic faculty.
The programme builds on a business management foundation — managerial skills, cutting-edge leadership, managerial economics, and strategic management — before advancing into a healthcare management specialisation and a doctoral research methodology track. Candidates develop advanced knowledge of healthcare organisation theory, clinical governance, health technology management, patient safety strategy, and the economics of healthcare delivery across public and private systems. The research component requires candidates to conduct original applied research into healthcare management challenges — from organisational culture change to value-based care implementation — producing evidence-based insights for both organisational improvement and academic publication. Being an EduQua Certified institution, member of ACBSP and IACBE, this Rushford DBA is ideal for senior healthcare executives, hospital administrators, and health policy leaders seeking doctoral-level credentials in healthcare management.
Experience a modern, flexible approach to higher education designed for working professionals that combines academic rigor with the convenience of 100% online delivery.
Study at Your Own Pace
- Recorded lectures
- Interactive digital course content
- Comprehensive reading materials
- 24/7 access to Learning Portal
Structured Assessment
- Multiple-Choice Tests
- Assignment submissions
- No stressful "timed" final exams
- Constructive feedback from faculty
Academic Support: While you study at your own pace, you are never alone. The institution's faculty and academic coordinators are available to assist you throughout your learning journey.
Eligibility
Academic Background:
- Masters or an equivalent recognized academic title in Business and Management.
- Masters or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over 5 years of managerial and/or business experience.
- Bachelors degree or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over 8 years of managerial and/or business experience.
- Masters or an equivalent recognized academic title in Business and Management.
- Masters or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over 5 years of managerial and/or business experience.
- Bachelors degree or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over 8 years of managerial and/or business experience.
English Proficiency:
Applicants must be proficient in English language (reading, writing, and speaking).
See the Language Requirements section below for more details.
Not sure if your degree qualifies? Apply for an initial assessment and our admissions team will confirm your eligibility within 48 hours.
Document Requirements
Please ensure you have clear digital copies of the following documents ready for your application:
Passport Photo: Head and shoulders only.
Identity Proof: Valid passport or government-issued ID card.
Degree: Copy of masters/bachelors/equivalent qualification applicable as per eligibility criteria.
Academic Transcripts: All relevant mark sheets or supporting transcripts.
Work Experience: Proof of work experience such as appointment letter, work experience certificate etc if applicable.
CV / Resume: Optional, but recommended.
Important Note
Documents must be in English or accompanied by a certified translation.
Language Requirements
This program is taught entirely in English. Applicants should be comfortable using English for academic communication, including reading, writing, and speaking.
ApplyMate Advantage
When applying through ApplyMate, no formal proof of English language proficiency (such as IELTS or TOEFL) is required.
* Individual institutions may conduct a brief internal interview if required.
About Rushford Business School
Swiss Quality Certified
Rushford Business School is a premier Swiss institution delivering modern, cutting-edge management programs designed specifically for working professionals aiming for executive career growth.
eduQua Certified: High-level Swiss quality label for further education.
Global Recognition: Member of AACSB, IACBE, and ACBSP.
The right choice for globally recognized business and management degrees.
Course Snapshot:
- Institution Rushford Business School
- Study Mode Online (e-Learning)
- Location Online
- Level Doctorate
- Duration 3 Years
- Credits 180
- Language English
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