Trent University

Overview

The Health Care Management program at Trent University is offered exclusively at the Trent Durham GTA campus. This program is designed to equip students with essential managerial skills necessary for planning, improving, and evaluating health care services within complex and resource-constrained environments. The course spans a typical duration of 16 months, comprising four terms of study.

What you'll study

The program is structured over four 4-month terms. In the initial three terms, students engage in a series of courses focused on various aspects of health care management, while the final term includes a workplace internship to gain practical experience.

Coursework (Terms 1–3)

• Accounting Concepts
• Healthcare Systems and Policy
• Health Economics
• HR Management and Labour Relations for Healthcare
• Application of Statistics
• Financial Markets and Management

Workplace Internship (Term 4)

During the final term, students participate in a workplace internship, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-world health care organizations. Specific internship placements and expectations will be defined by the program.

Entry requirements

Academic background

• A university 4-year Honours Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent is typically required.
• A minimum average of B+ (or 77%) in the last two years of full-time study is generally expected, though this may vary by program.

English language proficiency

• TOEFL iBT: minimum score of 93
• PTE Academic: minimum score of 60
• IELTS: minimum score of 6.5

Additional documents

• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
• Proof of English proficiency, if applicable
• Any program-specific materials requested by Trent University, such as a resume/CV

GRE: Confirmation on whether the GRE is required or waived should be checked on the official program page.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Health Care Management program will be well-prepared for leadership roles within the health care sector. The skills and knowledge gained will enable them to contribute effectively to health care organizations, fostering improvements in service delivery and operational efficiency. Potential career paths may include roles in health care administration, policy analysis, and management consulting within various health care settings.