Block of disciplines for the formation of professional competencies - Hard Skills

Required module - strategies and business research
Elective module 1 - Digital technologies in business
Elective module 2 - Change management and digitalization
Elective module 3 - Business scaling and finance

Block of disciplines for personal development and leadership skills - Soft Skills
Required module - personal growth and leadership development
Optional module 1 - Self-Management
Optional module 2 - Self-Marketing

Completing a Master's project

Program structure
1. Discipline block on the formation of professional competences:
Module 1: Strategic and business research
Module 2: Digital Technologies in Healthcare
Module 3: Finance and Business Analytics
Module 4: Corporate governance and project management in healthcare
2. Block of disciplines personal development and formation of leader qualities:
Module 5: Change management
Module 6: HR management, law and ethics in medicine
Module 7: Self-management
3. Experimental research work, execution of master's dissertation (project)


Program goal:
The program is aimed at training management personnel in the healthcare system who possess modern applied competencies in the field of management, are able to manage processes and human resources, formulate a strategy for a medical organization, be able to define strategic and operational objectives and ensure their achievement.


ON1 to develop models for making optimal management decisions that ensure the effective functioning and development of the organization, including the healthcare system and related sectors.

ON2 to develop strategies for the growth and development of healthcare organizations at any level and of any type, utilizing comprehensive, accessible, and current tools.

ON3 to formulate an HR strategy / policy of the organization as an integral part of strategic management, individual and collective labor contracts, employee incentive systems, and build them into a holistic employee management system in accordance with the current legislation

ON4 to manage the company's assets in order to form the most profitable structure of financial assets, the optimal structure of liabilities and borrowed funds, and identify key areas of expenditure of the healthcare organization's resources..

ON5 to operate within the legal framework, considering ethical norms and approaches in the healthcare system.

ON6 to develop marketing programs and brand promotion strategies based on the effective use of marketing tools and the promotion of medical services, considering the specifics of the field and consumer needs, including the digitalization of the marketing sector.

ON7 to create a system for analyzing situations and processes related to the key functional areas of the healthcare organization: the development and implementation of strategies and development plans, management of people and organizations, finance, and project management.

ON8 to prepare a feasibility study for the project aimed at attracting investments in the healthcare sector and to calculate the key financial and economic indicators.
ON9 to manage HR processes with a focus on the highest priority tasks at a specific stage of business development based on leadership, including motivation, conflict management, and establishing an appropriate corporate culture that considers the social orientation and responsibilities of organizations.

ON10 to conduct analysis, accounting, and control of operational results, including financial and accounting records and reports, and to use them as sources of information prepared for economic calculations and the implementation of strategies.

ON11 to build a personal growth program aimed at promoting the development of instrumental, interpersonal, personal, and other competencies, management knowledge, and skills in employees..

ON12 to build effective communications with consumers, the media, government agencies and other stakeholders on all issues related to the functioning of organizations.


Employment:
Training of personnel in the field of professional activity includes the following types of activities, professions, qualification levels :

- management activities in a healthcare organization (top, middle and lower level managers);

- project and expert activities (project manager, consultant, project developer, project executor, specialist);

- marketing activities in a healthcare organization (specialist, senior specialist, manager);

- financial manager in a healthcare organization (specialist, leading specialist);

- HR manager in a healthcare organization (specialist, leading specialist).



Key employers:

• Public and private medical and pharmaceutical organizations.
• Government agencies at any level involved in the management of the healthcare system.
• Voices and vocational education institutions training medical personnel.
• Organizations related to the healthcare system (manufacturing, construction companies, etc.).
• Healthcare organizations represented in the quasi-public sector.

Admission rules:
Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan and foreign nationals who have completed professional higher education programs are eligible for admission to EMBA programs.

Enrollment in EMBA programs is conducted exclusively on a tuition-fee basis.

For each calendar year, an Admissions Committee, an Examination Committee, and an Appeals Committee shall be established, the composition of which shall be approved by an order of the Chairman of the Management Board – Rector of KazNU.

The Examination Committee shall be formed from among staff members holding a Doctor of Sciences or Candidate of Sciences degree, or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in the relevant specialty, or an academic DBA degree.

Acceptance of applications for EMBA programs shall be conducted throughout the year. Entrance examinations and enrollment shall be held no later than five (5) working days before the start of the next educational discipline (module) within the EMBA program, in accordance with the approved academic calendar.

Procedure for Submission of Documents for Applicants to EMBA Programs

Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan applying for EMBA programs must have at least three (3) years of work experience (the Admissions Committee reserves the right to consider applicants with less than 3 years of work experience) and a higher education diploma.

Applicants holding Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in economics and non-economics specialties (respectively) may apply for EMBA programs. Admission to EMBA programs does not require completion of prerequisite difference courses.

Individuals who obtained educational documents from foreign educational institutions shall, in accordance with their level of education and field of study, submit documents that have undergone recognition or nostrification procedures.

Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan applying to EMBA programs shall submit the following documents to the KazNU Admissions Committee:

An application addressed to the Chairman of the Management Board – Rector of KazNU in the prescribed form;

A higher education diploma with transcripts/appendices (notarized copy);

A personal personnel record sheet (original) or a certificate from the place of employment confirming managerial work experience;

Six (6) photographs, size 3x4 cm;

Medical certificate form No. 075-U with fluorography;

Copy of identity card (3 copies);

In case of insufficient work experience – a motivation letter substantiating the need for study, and a recommendation letter from an employer, teacher, scientific consultant, or academic supervisor from previous stages of study;

List of scientific publications (if available).

Admission of Foreign Citizens

Foreign citizens shall be admitted in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, international treaties, and internal regulations of KazNU.

Foreign citizens applying for EMBA programs shall submit the following documents to the KazNU Admissions Committee:

1. Original documents:

Higher education diploma (with apostille);

Transcript.

2. Notarized translations of documents:

Diploma – 3 copies of notarized translation into Russian/Kazakh;

Transcript – 3 copies of notarized translation into Russian/Kazakh;

Passport – 3 copies of notarized translation into Russian/Kazakh.

Important: all documents must be translated and notarized in Kazakhstan.

3. Two (2) photographs, size 3x4 cm;

4. Medical documents:

Medical certificate form No. 086-U;

Copy of preventive vaccination record;

Certificate confirming absence of HIV.

Important: all medical certificates must be issued in Kazakhstan.

The set of submitted documents must be complete. Missing information or documents may result in refusal to accept the application.

Program structure
1. Discipline block on the formation of professional competences:
Module 1: Research Training
Module 2: Sustainable Development and Project Management
2. Block of disciplines personal development and formation of leader qualities:
Module 3: Process Management
Module 4: Personal and Team Management
3. Research work (RW), including doctor's dissertation writing


Program goal:
The purpose of the educational program “8D04112 – Business Administration in Healthcare” is to prepare highly qualified leaders capable of strategic management in healthcare organizations, implementing innovative solutions and conducting applied research.

Results:
Upon completion of this educational program, learners are expected to be able to:

ON1 Ability to critically analyze and apply theories, models, and methods of strategic management in healthcare organizations

ON2 Application of scientific methodology to research relevant economic and managerial issues in healthcare

ON3 Skills in decision-making related to financial planning, budgeting, and effective resource utilization

ON4 Ability to form strategic approaches to implementing digital health, telemedicine, and health information systems

ON5 Integration of ESG, ethical standards, and legal regulations into healthcare management

ON6 Evaluation and monitoring of healthcare effectiveness using comprehensive analytical tools

ON7 Demonstration of leadership, change management, and decision-making in crisis situations

ON8 Ability to independently plan, conduct scientific research, and publish results at the international level


Employment:
Graduates may work in:
● top management of healthcare organizations (CEO, Medical Director, Hospital Administrator);
● hospitals, clinics and healthcare holdings;
● healthcare management, quality management and risk management;
● pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and medical technology sectors;
● public health authorities and national operators;
● international organizations and public health projects;
● medical universities, research and analytical centers;
● healthcare entrepreneurship and innovation ventures.

Admission rules:
Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan and foreign nationals who have completed professional postgraduate education programs are eligible for admission to DBA programs.

Enrollment in DBA programs is conducted exclusively on a tuition-fee basis.

For each calendar year, an Admissions Committee, an Examination Committee, and an Appeals Committee shall be established, the composition of which shall be approved by an order of the Chairman of the Management Board – Rector of KazNU.

The Examination Committee shall be formed from among staff members holding a Doctor of Sciences or Candidate of Sciences degree, or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in the relevant specialty, or an academic DBA degree.

Acceptance of applications for DBA programs shall be conducted throughout the year. Entrance examinations and enrollment shall be held no later than five (5) working days before the start of the next educational discipline (module) within the DBA program, in accordance with the approved academic calendar.

Procedure for Submission of Documents for Applicants to DBA Programs

Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan applying for DBA programs must have at least five (5) years of work experience, including managerial experience (the Admissions Committee reserves the right to consider applicants with less than 5 years of work experience, as appropriate), and hold a higher education diploma and a Master’s degree, or higher specialized education equivalent to a профильная магистратура (specialized/professional Master’s degree), including Candidate of Sciences and residency qualifications.

Applicants holding a Master’s degree in economics or non-economics specialties may apply for DBA programs. Admission to DBA programs does not require completion of prerequisite difference courses.

Individuals who obtained educational documents from foreign educational institutions shall, in accordance with their level of education and field of study, submit documents that have undergone recognition or nostrification procedures.

Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan applying to DBA programs shall submit the following documents to the KazNU Admissions Committee:

1) An application addressed to the Chairman of the Management Board – Rector of KazNU in the prescribed form;
2) Educational document(s) with appendices/transcripts (notarized copy);
3) A personal personnel record sheet (original) or a certificate from the place of employment confirming managerial work experience;
4) Six (6) photographs, size 3x4 cm;
5) Medical certificate form No. 075-U with fluorography;
6) Copy of identity card (3 copies);
7) In case of insufficient work experience – a motivation letter substantiating the need for study, and a recommendation letter from an employer, teacher, scientific consultant, or academic supervisor from previous stages of study;
8) List of scientific publications (if available).
Admission of Foreign Citizens

Foreign citizens shall be admitted in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, international treaties, and internal regulations of KazNU.

Foreign citizens applying for DBA programs shall submit the following documents to the KazNU Admissions Committee:

1. Original documents:

Higher education diploma (with apostille);

Transcript.

2. Notarized translations of documents:

Diploma – 3 copies of notarized translation into Russian/Kazakh;

Transcript – 3 copies of notarized translation into Russian/Kazakh;

Passport – 3 copies of notarized translation into Russian/Kazakh.

Important: all documents must be translated and notarized in Kazakhstan.

3. Two (2) photographs, size 3x4 cm;

4. Medical documents:

Medical certificate form No. 086-U;

Copy of preventive vaccination record;

Certificate confirming absence of HIV.

Important: all medical certificates must be issued in Kazakhstan.