MS in Healthcare Management (MSHCM)
Program Overview
Offered by the Faculty of Management Sciences (FMS) at our campuses in Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
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Program Description
The Master of Science in Healthcare Management is a dynamic program designed to equip students with the expertise needed to lead and manage healthcare organizations effectively. This program integrates management principles with healthcare-specific knowledge, enabling students to address the unique challenges of the healthcare sector while driving innovation and operational excellence.
Eligibility Criteria
MS in Healthcare Management (MSHCM)
For Pakistani Nationals
- 16 years’ education with 50% marks or 2.0 CGPA in health related disciplines like MBBS, BDS, Nursing, Pharmacy, Veterinary, and Physiotherapy are eligible for all specializations of the program. 16 years’ education with 50% marks or 2.0 CGPA in any discipline is eligible for Hospital Management and Occupation Health and Safety specialization only.
- Applicants are required to qualify the Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) conducted through HEC-ETC, or submit a valid GRE Subject test score, as per HEC policy.
Admissions & Fee Structure
The MS in Healthcare Management (MSHCM) graduate degree program is being offered in the following locations - Click on location button to see offering details:
- Al-Mizan Campus (Rawalpindi)
- G-7 City Campus (Islamabad)
Al-Mizan Campus (Rawalpindi)
| Intake | Seats | Timings | Days | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring/Fall | Male/Female | Evening | Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Open |
Fee Structure (First Semester)
| For | Admission | Registration | Card | Tuition* | Exam* | Enrollment* | Lab* | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani Nationals | PKR 7,985 | PKR 7,645 | PKR 660 | PKR 110,591** | PKR 9,503 | PKR 22,346 | - | PKR 158,730 |
** Tuition Fee For 13 Credit Hours @ PKR 8,507 Per Credit Hour
Important Dates To Remember
| Period | Starts | Ends | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application | 15th May 2026 | - | - |
G-7 City Campus (Islamabad)
| Intake | Seats | Timings | Days | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring/Fall | Male/Female | Evening | Fri, Sat, Sun | Open |
Fee Structure (First Semester)
| For | Admission | Registration | Card | Tuition* | Exam* | Enrollment* | Lab* | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani Nationals | PKR 7,986 | PKR 7,645 | PKR 660 | PKR 110,591** | PKR 9,503 | PKR 22,347 | - | PKR 158,732 |
** Tuition Fee For 13 Credit Hours @ PKR 8,507 Per Credit Hour
Important Dates To Remember
| Period | Starts | Ends | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application | 15th May 2026 | - | - |
Merit / Selection Criteria
•Applicants are required to qualify the Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) conducted through HEC-ETC, or submit a valid GRE General/Subject test score, as per HEC policy.
Merit Lists
No Merit Lists Published For This Program.
Degree Awarding Criteria
- Completed at least 38 credit hours of coursework, comprising 06 core courses (14 credit hours) and 3 elective courses (9 credit hours), Mandatory Common Elective 3 courses (9 credit hours), in addition to a 06-credit-hour thesis or 02 courses of 06 credit hours in lieu of thesis.
- Obtained a CGPA of 2.5 or more.
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
Riphah International University is pleased to offer generous financial assistance to deserving & qualifying students, which ranges from partial to full coverage of tuition.