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Master German Law & Economics

Management in Healthcare and Nursing

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

This Master's degree program prepares students to adopt leadership and management roles in the healthcare sector. It builds on the Bachelor's degree in healthcare and nursing with the elective subject of management. Students gain in-depth knowledge, explore new areas of economic science and psychology, and further their personal development. The program also opens up the opportunity for doctoral studies later on. The degree provides a broad, detailed and critical understanding of the subject area at the cutting edge of research. Economic focal points include business management, project organisation and management, finance and management of healthcare companies, as well as economic aspects of health policy/health economics. Psychological focuses are differential developmental psychology, communication sciences and networked leadership approaches. The program also covers ethical, social science, legal and health science aspects. An internship is included after the second semester to enhance practical relevance.
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This Master's degree program prepares students to adopt leadership and management roles in the healthcare sector. It builds on the Bachelor's degree in healthcare and nursing with the elective subject of management. Students gain in-depth knowledge, explore new areas of economic science and psychology, and further their personal development. The program also opens up the opportunity for doctoral studies later on. The degree provides a broad, detailed and critical understanding of the subject area at the cutting edge of research. Economic focal points include business management, project organisation and management, finance and management of healthcare companies, as well as economic aspects of health policy/health economics. Psychological focuses are differential developmental psychology, communication sciences and networked leadership approaches. The program also covers ethical, social science, legal and health science aspects. An internship is included after the second semester to enhance practical relevance.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Healthcare and Nursing Management

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Management in Healthcare and Nursing at Katholische Hochschule Mainz

Is Management in Healthcare and Nursing at Katholische Hochschule Mainz taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Management in Healthcare and Nursing programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Management in Healthcare and Nursing at Katholische Hochschule Mainz?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Management in Healthcare and Nursing?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Katholische Hochschule Mainz — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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