Health Administration University of Toronto

Overview

The Health Administration programme at the University of Toronto provides health managers and professionals with the essential skills required to lead within complex healthcare environments. This Master of Health Science degree focuses on delivering a strategic perspective through evidence-informed research and practical application.

Delivered by the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, the curriculum is designed to address the rapidly changing landscape of modern medicine. The interdisciplinary approach ensures that graduates are prepared for the diverse challenges found in contemporary health systems.

Why Health Administration at the University of Toronto?

Students benefit from a unique modular format that allows for the completion of graduate education without interrupting their professional careers. This flexibility is ideal for active health managers seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities while maintaining their current roles.

The learning experience is significantly enriched by the university's strong relationships with top-performing organisations and industry leaders. Faculty members include some of the foremost researchers and practitioners currently influencing the healthcare system in Canada.

Practical application is a core component of the experience, with practicum placements integrated into the curriculum. These opportunities allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings, guided by the latest evidence-informed thinking and professional practice.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 31870 per year
• National fee: CAD 10070 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is shaped by interdisciplinary research and professional practice. Modules may include:

• Health Policy, Management and Evaluation
• Health Administration
• Strategic Leadership in Health Care
• Evidence-Informed Practice
• Health Systems Research
• Professional Practicum

Careers with Health Administration

Graduates are prepared to assume senior leadership roles across the healthcare sector. The programme focuses on developing future health leaders who can navigate the complexities of policy and management within various medical and administrative organisations.

The strategic skills acquired during the degree enable professionals to advance into executive positions. Alumni often find success in health-care management, policy analysis, and organisational leadership roles where evidence-based decision-making is critical.