The goal of the PhD HSM programme is to produce the next generation of leaders in health systems. Graduates of the programme will have leadership competencies in the six areas of health systems strengthening, namely service delivery; health workforce; health information systems; medical products, vaccines and technologies; financing; and leadership and governance.
Course Details
Admission Requirements
The applicant shall be:
A holder of a Master’s degree of Kenya Methodist University or any other recognized institution, in a relevant area of study.
OR
An equivalent qualification approved by the Senate.
The programme will have a total of 51 Credit Hours
Duration of Study
The duration of the Doctor of Philosophy in Health Systems Management programme shall extend over a period of not less than three academic years and up to a maximum of five years. Year one will focus on course work and Year Two and Three will focus on proposal development and research intervention and research thesis. The course work is compulsory
How to Study
Mode of learning: (full time and part time modes)
Career Opportunities
By the end of the PhD in Health Systems Management programme the graduate will be able to:
Demonstrate leadership in the management of health systems.
Appraise the main features of various health systems and the challenges facing these systems
Conduct research in health systems management
Demonstrate the ability to translate health systems research into policy and practice
Develop health systems management policies and strategies
Places of Employment
Research and academia in research organizations and learning institutions. Work in governmental and non-governmental organization.
