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The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Executive MBA for doctors under the number 176618. Who is the Executive MBA for Physicians suitable for?
This distance learning programme is aimed at physicians who specifically want to further qualify for leadership positions or management roles in hospitals, medical practices, outpatient facilities, or healthcare management. The course is particularly suitable for medical doctors with initial professional experience who want to acquire management and economic skills alongside patient care – for example, to coordinate medical networks, run a practice economically, or take responsibility in strategic or operational hospital management. The programme is exclusively designed for graduates of human or dental medicine who wish to specialise in the interface between medicine and business management.
What do you need to demonstrate for admission?
To be admitted to the Executive MBA for Physicians at SRH Fernhochschule you need:
- A completed university degree in human medicine or dental medicine (at least at bachelor level or State Examination)
- At least one year of relevant practical or professional experience in medical activity after graduation
Additional formal requirements such as a certain grade average, recognition as a specialist, or proof in the area of business administration are not required. Enrolment is possible at any time; the programme starts monthly.
Personal requirements for successful studies are:
- Willingness to deepen business administration and management topics and to think interdisciplinarily
- Interest in strategic and operational leadership, process management, as well as quality assurance in healthcare
- Self-motivation and self-organisation to be able to manage approximately 28 hours of study per week alongside work
- Strong communication skills, team orientation and the ability to act in a solution-oriented manner in leadership situations
- Openness to digital learning formats and willingness to independently apply management methods
Which management skills does the Executive MBA for physicians impart?
In the Executive MBA for physicians, you will specifically acquire economic methodological knowledge, application-oriented management skills, as well as abilities in project and change management. The curriculum is designed to complement your medical qualification with essential competencies for leadership and organisational tasks in healthcare. The core study contents include:
- Leadership: skills in self- and team leadership, motivation and conflict resolution techniques
- Remuneration systems in healthcare: understanding billing, compensation systems and economic framework conditions
- Strategic management in healthcare: development and implementation of long-term strategies in clinics and practices, decision-making competence at management level
- Project and change management: tools for steering change processes and projects in the medical environment
- Controlling in healthcare institutions: planning, steering and monitoring financial and organisational processes
- Quality management in healthcare institutions: design and assurance of treatment and process quality
- Elective modules: you can set your focus individually, for example in “Strategic Leadership”, “Operational Leadership” or “Controlling for Physicians”
After completing the programme, you will be equipped to negotiate on equal terms with hospital management and administration, oversee cross-functional projects and lead complex organisational processes. Your newly acquired know-how is primarily practice-oriented – all exams and assignments can be adapted to your personal professional situation.
What does the structure of the distance learning course look like?
The course is designed for maximum flexibility for working medical professionals. The standard course duration is 2 semesters (which corresponds in practice to about 12 to 16 months), with an expected weekly study workload of around 28 hours. Key points about the structure:
- Start possible at any time: you can join the programme monthly
- Fully online-based study operation: seminars, teaching materials and exams can be completed irrespective of time and location
- Individual module selection: the order of many modules can be freely chosen – ideal for integration into your professional daily routine
- Study materials and support: teaching materials, webinars and online forums are available around the clock; personal mentors accompany your learning process
- Final thesis: the Master’s thesis is usually practice-oriented, on a management topic of your choice within the medical context
- Extension included: you can extend the duration of your studies free of charge by up to 12 months without additional costs
The study model is based on the CORE principle of SRH Fernhochschule: self-responsible, competence-oriented learning is at the centre – supported by structured modules and personal guidance throughout the entire course.
Which career paths open up after graduation?
With the Executive MBA for physicians, you qualify for medical leadership positions in hospitals, medical care centres and outpatient facilities. Typical areas of deployment are:
- Leadership roles such as managing director of hospitals, medical care centres or specialised practices
- Coordinators in physician networks, associations or health projects
- Project management and change management in cross-sectoral healthcare management
- Consulting and health economic advice for healthcare companies, insurers or public institutions
- Research tasks at the interface between medicine and economics, e.g. in the field of digital health or e-health processes
Business administration knowledge is essential today for physicians who wish to run practices successfully or take on responsibility in hospitals. Many graduates report having moved into higher leadership positions or taken on expanded areas of responsibility after completing their studies.
What are the costs of the part-time MBA programme and what financing options are available?
The tuition fees depend on the chosen payment model and for the 60-ECTS version are as follows:
- Flex 1: €829 (or €745.67 with €1,000 Ready Bonus) monthly over 12 months, total cost: €8,948.04
- Flex 2: €679 (or €616.50 with €1,000 Ready Bonus) monthly over 16 months, total cost: €9,864
Included in the price are all teaching materials, individual support and examination fees. Hartmannbund members receive a 20% discount on tuition fees.
- Instalment payment is standard, allowing you to adjust the monthly financial load
- You can deduct tuition fees as tax-deductible work-related expenses
- Funding options such as educational loans, scholarships or employer support are possible
For maximum flexibility, a free extension of the study period by up to 12 months is included. With the Executive MBA for physicians, you are making a targeted investment in your personal development and positioning in modern healthcare management.
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