A one-year English master's at SDA Bocconi in international healthcare management, economics and policy - with global-health and med-tech tracks.
What is a master's in healthcare management in Italy?
A master's in healthcare management in Italy is an English-taught postgraduate degree - 1 years - that builds advanced expertise in healthcare management. It is open to graduates with a relevant bachelor's degree, and leads to healthcare management, health consulting, the pharma/med-tech industry and global-health organisations.
International Healthcare Management at a glance
| Degree | Master's degree (MSc) |
|---|---|
| Field | Healthcare management |
| Language | English |
| Typical duration | 1 years |
| Location | Italy |
| Universities | SDA Bocconi School of Management |
Why Italy?
Italy combines world-famous universities with genuinely English-taught postgraduate options - the University of Milan and SDA Bocconi among them - often at modest cost.
About this programme
The Master in International Healthcare Management, Economics and Policy at SDA Bocconi School of Management - part of one of Europe's top business schools - is a one-year, English-taught programme in Milan.
It combines management, economics and policy for the health sector, with specialisations spanning global health and development, healthcare management, and pharmaceutical and medical technology.
It suits graduates and professionals aiming for leadership in healthcare organisations, consulting, the pharma/med-tech industry, or global-health bodies.
Course structure & how it works
A taught master's in healthcare management in Italy is 1 years. It combines taught modules - covering areas such as healthcare management and strategy, health economics and policy, global health and development - with an independent research project or dissertation, typically worth 60-120 credits (ECTS). Most programmes start in September or October, and some universities also run a January intake. Teaching, assessment and supervision are all in English.
What you'll typically study
Programmes like this generally cover the areas below. The exact modules are set by SDA Bocconi School of Management and confirmed each intake.
- Healthcare management and strategy
- Health economics and policy
- Global health and development
- Pharmaceutical and medical-technology management
- Leadership in health organisations
Entry requirements
To apply for a master's in healthcare management in Italy, you'll typically need:
- A relevant bachelor's degree - usually a good second class (about 60%+ in an Indian degree)
- Proof of English, typically IELTS 6.5-7.0 or equivalent (sometimes waived for English-medium degrees)
- Official academic transcripts and your degree certificate
- A statement of purpose setting out your goals
- Two references (letters of recommendation)
- A CV; some programmes value relevant clinical or research experience
Requirements vary by university and intake - we confirm the exact criteria for your shortlist, free.
How to apply - step by step
- 1Shortlist - we match your background and budget to the right universities in Italy.
- 2Prepare your documents - transcripts, English test, statement of purpose and references.
- 3Apply to your chosen universities (applications go directly to each university, often on a rolling basis).
- 4Receive and accept your offer, and pay any deposit to hold your place.
- 5Apply for your student visa, then arrange travel, insurance and accommodation.
- 6Enrol and begin your master's.
Who it's for
Graduates and professionals aiming for leadership in healthcare, consulting, pharma/med-tech or global health.
Where it leads
Healthcare management, health consulting, the pharma/med-tech industry and global-health organisations.
Fees, funding & careers in Italy
Tuition & fees
Public universities are often modest and income-assessed (ISEE); Bocconi and private schools cost more. PhD positions are frequently funded. Confirmed per programme.
Scholarships & funding
Regional 'right-to-study' (DSU) grants, university scholarships, Erasmus Mundus, and funded PhDs.
Job opportunities
Opens global-health, biotech, research and healthcare-management roles, with prestigious qualifications and EU mobility.
Opens global-health, biotech, research and healthcare-management careers, with prestigious, internationally recognised qualifications and EU mobility.
Entry & English
Entry is typically a relevant bachelor's degree plus proof of English (usually around IELTS 6.5). Exact prerequisites, fees and start dates are set by the university each intake - we confirm them for your profile before you apply.
These are taught postgraduate (master's / PhD) programmes in health and medical sciences - for research, public health, health management and academic careers. They are not clinical specialisation / residency, which in Europe is conducted in the national language and is largely restricted for non-EU doctors. For clinical PG, most Indian doctors return to India via NEET-PG.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a master's in healthcare management in Italy?+
A master's in healthcare management in Italy takes 1 years. A master's combines taught modules with a research project or dissertation.
Is a master's in healthcare management in Italy taught in English?+
Yes - it is delivered fully in English. English-medium schooling or an IELTS/TOEFL score (around 6.5) usually satisfies the language requirement.
Can I become a specialist doctor (cardiologist, surgeon, radiologist...) with this degree?+
No. Clinical specialisation - cardiology, surgery, radiology, psychiatry, paediatrics and the rest - is achieved through specialist (residency) training in hospital training posts, governed by the national medical council, not through a taught master's. This taught master's degree builds research and academic expertise in healthcare management and related fields; it does not grant a licence to practise as a specialist. For clinical specialisation, most Indian doctors train in India via NEET-PG.
How much does a master's in healthcare management in Italy cost?+
Public universities are often modest and income-assessed (ISEE); Bocconi and private schools cost more. PhD positions are frequently funded. Confirmed per programme. We confirm the exact figure for your shortlisted programme before you apply.
Are scholarships available for a master's in healthcare management in Italy?+
Regional 'right-to-study' (DSU) grants, university scholarships, Erasmus Mundus, and funded PhDs.
Can I work in Italy after a master's in healthcare management in Italy?+
Opens global-health, biotech, research and healthcare-management roles, with prestigious qualifications and EU mobility.
How is a master's in healthcare management in Italy structured?+
It combines taught modules with an independent research project or dissertation. A taught master's is 1 years, worth roughly 60-120 credits (ECTS), usually starting in September/October (some universities also run a January intake). You'll typically cover healthcare management and strategy, health economics and policy, global health and development, then complete a supervised project.
What are the entry requirements for a master's in healthcare management in Italy in Italy?+
Typically a relevant bachelor's degree - a good second class (roughly 60%+ in an Indian degree) - plus proof of English (usually IELTS 6.5-7.0), academic transcripts, a statement of purpose and references. Graduates and professionals aiming for leadership in healthcare, consulting, pharma/med-tech or global health. Exact prerequisites are set per university each intake, and we confirm the current requirements for your profile.
How do I apply for a master's in healthcare management in Italy in Italy, and when?+
You apply directly to the university. Start about 9-12 months ahead: shortlist programmes, prepare your transcripts, English test and statement of purpose, then apply - many universities admit on a rolling basis until places fill. We manage the shortlist, applications and timeline with you.
Is a postgraduate degree from Italy recognised in India?+
Yes - it is a recognised European qualification, valued for academic, research and health-sector careers. It does not by itself grant clinical registration in India (that follows the separate NMC/DCI route). We explain exactly how this degree fits your goals before you commit.
What careers can a master's in healthcare management in Italy lead to?+
Healthcare management, health consulting, the pharma/med-tech industry and global-health organisations. We help you plan the route - academic, clinical-academic, industry or a PhD - that fits your goals.
Interested in this programme?
Tell us your background and we'll check your eligibility and confirm the current fees, entry requirements and intake dates - free and honest.