Doctor of Healthcare Administration (DHA)
Douglas Business School is committed to developing visionary healthcare leaders who drive innovation, improve organisational performance, and strengthen the delivery of healthcare services in an increasingly complex global environment.
Our Doctor of Healthcare Administration (DHA) programme is designed for experienced healthcare professionals, hospital administrators, healthcare managers, public health practitioners, policymakers, clinicians, consultants, and professionals working across the healthcare sector who wish to advance their careers through applied doctoral research. The flexible online learning model enables you to continue your professional responsibilities while pursuing doctoral-level study, allowing you to learn from anywhere with comprehensive learning resources and dedicated academic support.
The programme combines advanced healthcare management theory, leadership, policy analysis, and research methodology with practical application. Throughout your doctoral journey, you will critically examine contemporary healthcare challenges, develop evidence-based strategies, and undertake original research that contributes to improving healthcare systems, organisational effectiveness, patient outcomes, and healthcare innovation.
Supported by an experienced team of academics, researchers, and healthcare professionals, you will receive personalised supervision and mentoring throughout your studies. From the beginning of the programme, we work closely with you to understand your professional background, research interests, and career aspirations, ensuring that your doctoral experience is both academically rigorous and professionally relevant.
Medium of Instruction: English
The DHA programme will equip you with advanced knowledge and professional competencies in areas such as: