Master of Business Administration (Health Care and Hospital Management)
GITAM School of Business is a pioneer in healthcare management education, offering a specialised MBA in Healthcare and Hospital Management. Our Visakhapatnam campus is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of healthcare leaders equipped to excel in managing and leading mid to large-scale healthcare organisations.
The comprehensive two-year MBA programme is co-delivered with Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ), one of the world's largest MedTech Parks, and the Academy of Hospital Administration (AHA).
Eligibility
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 60% and present a valid score in one of the recognized qualifying exams, including GITAM Business Aptitude Test (GBAT), CAT, MAT, NMAT, CMAT, SNAP, or AP/TG ICET.
Scope of the Programme
The MBA in Healthcare and Hospital Management programme uniquely combines advanced management principles with the complexities of the healthcare industry. This innovative curriculum equips students with a robust skill set to excel in healthcare leadership.
Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, including case studies, group projects, hospital immersions, and internships, students gain real-world experience. The programme also fosters industry connections, exposing students to the latest healthcare trends and innovations.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)
- PEO 1: Provide a perspective of global businesses, economies, and markets.
- PEO 2: Instill a strong sense of business ethics and social responsibility.
- PEO 3: Facilitate an ecosystem to strengthen business acumen.
- PEO 4: Expose to emerging technologies for business transformation.
- PEO 5: Foster an entrepreneurial mindset for exploiting business opportunities.
Programme Outcomes (POs)
- PO1: Apply knowledge of business and management theories for business growth.
- PO2: Exhibit the understanding of responsible business.
- PO3: Develop value-based leadership competence.
- PO4: Lead oneself and others to achieve organizational goals in a team environment
- PO5: Evaluate opportunities and risks for businesses operating in wider ecosystem
Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
- PSO1 - Assess healthcare services for better organizational outcomes using domain knowledge and skills.
- PSO2 - Solve real-world healthcare problems with leadership, teamwork, and decision-making skills.
Key Highlights
Faculty Composition
- Faculty with strong domain expertise
- Globally-renowned visiting faculty
- CXOs, business leaders, and policymakers
Infrastructure
- Theatre-style classrooms
- Bloomberg
- Analytics Lab
- Bootcamp and collaboration spaces
Innovation
- Venture Development Centre
- Enterprise Education
- Incubation
- Access to funding and resources
Pedagogy
- Case study method and activity-based learning
- Interdisciplinary approach
- Entrepreneurial-focussed and technology-driven
- Collaborative projects
- Business Simulations
Research Exposure
- Centre for Business Growth
- Centre for Business Engagement
- Separate research track for internship and immersion
Collaborations
- Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ)
- Academy of Hospital Administration (AHA)
- GITAM Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (GIMSR)
Syllabus
The curriculum offers a comprehensive learning experience through a combination of core courses, specialized electives, immersive industry projects, and practical internships. It also integrates 50% Harvard Business School case studies to provide real-world insights.
Specialisations
- Discipline Core
- Programme Core
- Programme Electives
- Workshops
Immersion Tracks
- International
- Industry
- Social
- Entrepreneurship
Internship Tracks
- Summer Internship
- Founder's Lab
Career Options
Graduates from this programme can explore a variety of career paths, including:
- Hospital Administrator
- Healthcare Operations Manager
- Pharmaceutical Product Manager
- Medical Sales Manager
- Health Insurance Manager
- Healthcare Consultant
- Public Health Administrator
- Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
- Telemedicine Consultant
- Healthcare Data Analyst
Class Profile
Career Guidance & Placement at GSB
One- on-one-Mentorship with Alumni/ Industry leaders
Excellent student to recruiter ratio 2:1
Upto 100% Internship opportunities facilitated
Training
- Soft skills
- Profile Building
- Aptitude
- GD, PI
150
Recruiters
392
Job Offers
310
Students Placed
91%
% of Placement
16.22
Highest Package PA in Lakhs
7.2
Average Package PA in Lakhs
Star Recruiters
Notable Alumni
Nilima Prasad Divi
Director(commercial), Divis Laboratories.
Mr. Raghavendra Araveeti
Director-Product Marketing, Dell International Services India Pvt Ltd
Mr. Sarath Chandra G
CEO, NeoSky Drones, Bengaluru
Sapthagiri Chapalpalli
Director, Vice President, Central Europe Tata Consultancy Services
B.Ramesh Babu
Managing Director, SEASHELL LOGISTICS PVT LTD
K.Anand Kumar Raju
Vice President - HR, Asia Pacific Hub at Air Liquide
Rollince Peter
Director-HR, India, North Asia, Hongkong, Thermofisher Scientific.
Y. Geetha
Managing Director, Sri Ranga Automobiles Dealers for M & M Tractors
Goutam Surana
Founder Director, Eco365
Pramila Badam
Head of RACS Controls Assurance, India
Notable Alumini
Nilima Prasad Divi
Director(commercial), Divis Laboratories.
Mr. Raghavendra Araveeti
Director-Product Marketing, Dell International Services India Pvt Ltd
Mr. Sarath Chandra G
CEO, NeoSky Drones, Bengaluru
Sapthagiri Chapalpalli
Director, Vice President, Central Europe Tata Consultancy Services
B.Ramesh Babu
Managing Director, SEASHELL LOGISTICS PVT LTD
K.Anand Kumar Raju
Vice President - HR, Asia Pacific Hub at Air Liquide
Rollince Peter
Director-HR, India, North Asia, Hongkong, Thermofisher Scientific.
Y. Geetha
Managing Director, Sri Ranga Automobiles Dealers for M & M Tractors
Goutam Surana
Founder Director, Eco365
Pramila Badam
Head of RACS Controls Assurance, India
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
Master of Business Administration (Health Care and Hospital Management)collaboration with AMTZ
1st Year
₹5,33,800
2nd Year
₹5,47,800
Scholarships
Merit Scholarships upto 100%:
The scholarship from GAT/National/State Entrance Tests applies only in the first year. To continue receiving it in subsequent years, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 must be maintained.
Apart from the above, the following scholarships are also offered to eligible students.
- Employee Children Scholarships: (60%, 40%, and 20%)
- Loyalty Scholarships: (10% for Any alumni returning to do higher studies/Children of Alumni/Real siblings (Not applicable to step siblings or cousins)/Children of retired employees of GITAM/Spouse of GITAM employees).
- Sports Scholarships: (100%, 75%, 50%, 25% and 15%)
| Scholarship % | GBAT 2025 Aggregate Score | CAT / XAT / GMAT 2025 Percentile | MAT 2025 Percentile | NMAT 2025 Score | CMAT 2025 Percentile | SNAP 2025 Score | AP / TS ICET 2025 Ranks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% | 85 - 100 | 90-100 | 95-100 | >=270 | 95-100 | >=45 | 1 - 15 |
| 75% | 80 - 84.99 | 80-89 | 93-94.99 | 250 -269 | 93-94.99 | 40-44 | 16 - 30 |
| 60% | 75 - 79.99 | 75-79 | 90-92.99 | 234- 249 | 90-92.99 | 35-39 | 31 - 75 |
| 40% | 70 - 74.99 | 70-74 | 85-89.99 | 220 - 233 | 85-89.99 | 30-34 | 76 - 85 |
| 25% | 65 - 69.99 | 65-69 | 80-84.99 | 200 - 219 | 80-84.99 | 26-29 | 86 - 150 |
| 15% | 60 - 64.99 | 60-64 | 75-79.99 | 175 -199 | 75-79.99 | 23-25 | 151 - 500 |
Note: Terms & Conditions Applied
- GITAM Business Aptitude Test (GBAT) is mandatory if the candidate does not have any of the following scores: CAT/MAT/NMAT/CMAT/SNAP/AP/TG ICET.
- The above scholarships are subject to the candidate's interview performance, extempore, and academic consistency. The exact scholarship details will be provided in the Scholarship Award Letter cum Admit Letter.
- The scholarship from GAT/National/State Entrance Tests applies only in the first year. To continue receiving it in subsequent years, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 must be maintained.
Need-Based Scholarships
- To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be less than 12.00 LPA.
- The candidates admitted through merit scholarship in the slabs of 75%, 60%, 40%, 25%,and 15%, and the parents/guardians combined income is less than the prescribed limits are eligible for the additional need-based scholarship.
| Scholarship % | Upgraded Scholarship % |
|---|---|
| 75% | 100% |
| 60% | 75% |
| 40% | 60% |
| 25% | 40% |
| 15% | 25% |
Scholarships For Accommodation
- In addition, students awarded need-based scholarships after merit scholarships will receive an additional 20% scholarship specifically allocated for hostel fees at GITAM for slabs: 15%, 25%, 40%, and 60%.
- Students awarded 75% & 100% scholarships are also awarded the same percentage in the hostel and food charges.
