Ph.D in Management - Healthcare Management Research

Ph.D in Management from Asia Metropolitan University and Doctor of Healthcare Management from SIMI Swiss.

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Highlights

Experience the Ph.D. program that not only meets top-notch standards but also provides support from a dedicated research supervisor team.

Live classes with lecturers.
Earn a Ph.D. in Management with a focus on Healthcare Management Research from Asia Metropolitan University.
Pursue a Doctor of Healthcare Management from the Swiss Information and Management Institute.
Your research supervisor supports you throughout the entire process of completing your doctoral dissertation.
Tuition fees are supported up to 80% compared to full-time study.
How will you graduate?
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Attend the Research Methodology class

Join the 10-week live Research Methodology class to strengthen your research skills.

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Develop a Research Proposal

Prepare a detailed Research Proposal organized into 3 chapters with the support of your research supervisor.

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Successfully defend your Research Proposal

Defend your Research Proposal before the academic committee of AMU.

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Develop a complete dissertation

Finish Chapters 4 and 5 of your dissertation to create a complete doctoral thesis.

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Attend a minimum of 2 Colloquiums

Colloquiums help doctoral candidates develop knowledge and build networks.

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Defend the Dissertation

Defend the dissertation before the AMU Research Board, revise if needed, and proceed to graduation.

Program in Details

Introduction
Research Field

The research focuses on Healthcare Management, a dynamic field that equips candidates with the skills to analyze, strategize, and manage complex healthcare systems. Graduates develop expertise in healthcare leadership, policy development, and operational management, preparing them to excel in senior management positions, academic roles, and research-driven careers in the global healthcare industry.

Dual Qualification

The program offers a dual degree from Asia Metropolitan University (AMU) and the Swiss Information and Management Institute (SIMI), combining academic excellence with global recognition.

Comprehensive Support and International Standards

The program understands the challenges faced by doctoral candidates and provides a complete system of knowledge and research guidance. This ensures that the research meets international standards and offers opportunities for international publication if requested by the candidate.

Degree Recognition and Awarding

Candidates study directly with AMU to earn the Ph.D. in Management. After AMU recognizes the results, SIMI Swiss awards an independent Doctor of Healthcare Management degree.

Accreditations and Quality Assurance

The program is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education (DU054(J)) and is nationally accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA/FA10029).

Advanced Research Methodology (10 weeks)
TOPIC 1: THE PHILOSOPHY OF RESEARCH
  • Research philosophy & philosophy of knowledge
  • The research process - an overview
  • Research paradigms
  • The quantitative vs qualitative research
  • The PhD/Doctoral Research
  • What is theory and what roles of theories?
  • Theory development - Inductive vs deductive
  • Grounded theory vs a 'priory' theorizing
TOPIC 2: PROBLEM DEFINITION
  • Determining issues and problems for research
  • Defining research problem
  • Justifying research
TOPIC 3: REVIEW OF LITERATURE
  • What is the Review of Literature?
  • The importance of the Review of Literature
  • Steps in developing Review of literature
  • Types and sources of literature search.
  • Reviewing and evaluating research articles
  • Writing a literature review
  • Common weaknesses in literature review
TOPIC 4: RESEARCH DESIGN
  • Purpose of research
  • Understanding research, theoretical, conceptual, data collection and analytical frameworks
  • Designing research
  • Developing analytical and conceptual frameworks
  • Developing data collection frameworks - methods, identifications, collections, cleaning and analysis.
TOPIC 5: SURVEY, EXPERIMENTAL AND CORRELATIONAL RESEARCH
  • What is a survey, experimental and correlational research?
  • Types of survey, experimental and correlational research
  • Designs of survey, experimental and correlational research
  • Sampling techniques and sample size
  • The process of conducting a survey, experimental and correlational research
  • Pilot study
TOPIC 6: QUALITATIVE & QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH
  • The philosophy of qualitative and quantitative research
  • Qualitative & Quantitative research, theoretical and analytical frameworks
  • Approaches to qualitative and quantitative research and research design
  • Theory development through qualitative and quantitative studies
TOPIC 7: INSTRUMENTATION
  • Measurement
  • Designing Instruments
  • Criteria of a good instrument
  • Scaling techniques
  • Rating and ranking Scales
  • Reliability, validity and practicality
  • Designing interview questions and questionnaires
TOPIC 8: DATA ANALYSIS AND INFERENTIAL STATISTICS
  • Qualitative data analysis
  • Quantitative data analysis - descriptive & inferential
  • Path analysis: SEM & PLS
TOPIC 9: PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH RESULTS
  • Criteria of good written report
  • Components of the research report
  • Statistical and graphical presentation
  • Writing style
TOPIC 10: RESEARCH ETHICS
  • Responsibility of the researcher
  • Ethical standards
  • Informed consent
  • Use of volunteers
  • Confidentiality
  • Privacy
  • Conflict of interest
Develop a Research Proposal

Develop a well-structured and comprehensive Research Proposal organized into 3 essential chapters, covering the introduction, literature review, and research methodology.

With the close support of your research supervisor, you will be guided through every stage of the proposal development process. This ensures that your proposal meets international academic standards, addresses key research questions, and establishes a strong foundation for your doctoral dissertation. The personalized guidance provided by your supervisor helps refine your research focus, improve your methodology, and enhance the overall quality of your proposal.

Defend Your Research Proposal

Present and defend your Research Proposal before the academic committee of Asia Metropolitan University (AMU). This critical step allows you to demonstrate your understanding of the research topic, justify your methodology, and showcase the significance of your study. The defense provides an opportunity to receive valuable feedback, refine your proposal, and ensure that your research meets the required academic standards before proceeding with your dissertation.

Develop a complete dissertation

Focus on completing Chapters 4 and 5 of your dissertation to develop a fully refined and comprehensive doctoral thesis. These final chapters typically involve analyzing research findings, discussing their implications, and drawing conclusions that align with your research objectives. Successfully completing these chapters ensures that your thesis meets academic standards and is ready for submission and defense.

Attend a minimum of 2 Colloquiums

Engage in a minimum of 2 Colloquiums to enhance your knowledge, stay updated on the latest research trends, and strengthen your academic network. These sessions provide a platform for exchanging ideas, receiving constructive feedback, and refining your research approach, ultimately contributing to the success of your doctoral journey.

Defend the Dissertation

Present and defend your dissertation before the academic committee to demonstrate your research expertise, justify your findings, and validate the significance of your study. This crucial step allows you to showcase the depth of your knowledge, address any questions from the committee, and secure approval for the completion of your doctoral journey.

Graduation

AMU recognizes the results to award the Ph.D. in Management, while SIMI Swiss relies on AMU's results to independently award the Doctor of Healthcare Management.

Entry Requirements
  • A Master's degree with CGPA of 3.0 or equivalent in healthcare management-related field as accepted by the HEP Senate; or
  • Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree as accepted by the HEP Senate.
  • For postgraduate studies, international students are required to achieve a minimum score of 6.0 for IELTS or its equivalent.
Note:

For Doctoral degree by Research as stated in the Standards: Master’s and Doctoral Degree:

  • There shall be no direct entry from Bachelor’s degree level to Doctoral degree level.
  • Candidates with Bachelor’s degree who are registered for Master’s degree by Research programmes may apply to convert their candidacy to the Doctoral degree programmes within ONE (1) year after Master’s degree registration, subject to:
    1. having shown competency and capability in conducting research at Doctoral degree level;
    2. rigorous internal evaluation by the HEP; and
    3. approval by the HEP Senate.
Research Supervisor
According to numerous studies, one of the most significant challenges faced by doctoral students is the lack of a guiding faculty member to accompany, support, and advise them throughout their research period. Furthermore, 80% of doctoral students who fail to graduate on time or are forced to abandon their programs halfway do so because of this issue.
 
Understanding this, SIMI Swiss and AMU have implemented a program with dedicated research mentors to support and guide students throughout their research development phase, following the completion of their proposal through various courses.
 
Although instructors are not directly involved in conducting student research, their support and experience are still important. This helps ensure that students have a solid foundation to complete research quality and on time, while also facilitating publication of research work in prestigious journals such as ISI /SCOPUS (Option only).
 
The following video will provide learners with a direct and comprehensive overview of the exclusive Research Support System at SIMI Swiss: CLICK HERE

Academic Support

English

English Entry Requirement

Candidates are allowed a grace period of 6 months to submit their English certificate after enrollment.

Accreditation

Format

Thesis Formatting Guidelines

To assist candidates, we provide a range of ready-to-use templates and forms that align with institutional requirements.

Accreditation

Plagiarism

Plagiarism Check and Prevention

To uphold academic integrity and ensure originality, the program provides comprehensive support for plagiarism checks and prevention throughout the research journey.

Accreditation

Defense

Support to Prepare for the Defense

The program offers comprehensive support to ensure that candidates are fully prepared for their dissertation defense.

Accreditation

English

English Entry Requirement

Candidates are allowed a grace period of 6 months to submit their English certificate after enrollment.

Accreditation

Format

Thesis Formatting Guidelines

To assist candidates, we provide a range of ready-to-use templates and forms that align with institutional requirements.

Accreditation

Plagiarism

Plagiarism Check and Prevention

To uphold academic integrity and ensure originality, the program provides comprehensive support for plagiarism checks and prevention throughout the research journey.

Accreditation

Defense

Support to Prepare for the Defense

The program offers comprehensive support to ensure that candidates are fully prepared for their dissertation defense.

Accreditation

Accreditation

SIMI’s partner is a university recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education (DU054(J)), and the program is nationally accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA/FA10029)

Accreditation of SIMI Swiss

SIMI SWISS is the pioneering higher education institution with accreditation at both the programmatic and institutional levels:
  • Accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) at the highest level (Premier Institution);
  • A full member of SVEB (Swiss Federation for Adult Learning);
  • Accreditation of the management system compatible with the European Quality Assurance Framework for Vocational Education and Training (EQAVET) and Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area, awarded by the HEAD – Higher Education Accreditation Division;
  • Achieve ISO 21001:2018, complying with the European Quality Assurance Framework for Vocational Education and Training (EQAVET) and the Quality Assurance in the Higher Education Area Requirements (EGS);
  • Programs are recognized by Ofqual UK.Gov Awarding Bodies;
  • Learning outcomes are mapped to the UK national occupational standards.

References:

  • Sample Qualification of Doctor of Healthcare Management: CLICK HERE
  • Guidelines of how to check the accreditation of SIMI Swiss: CLICK HERE

Accreditation of Asia Metropolitan University

  • Asia Metropolitan University (AMU) is a distinguished institution, currently ranked 72nd in the HE Higher Education Rankings.
  • Fully recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education, AMU upholds the highest standards of academic excellence and quality. SEE HERE
  • PhD in Management programs are accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), ensuring that they meet national and international benchmarks. SEE HERE
  • With a strong reputation for academic rigor and comprehensive educational offerings, AMU is committed to developing professionals and leaders equipped with the knowledge and skills to excel in their respective fields.

Partnership between Asia Metropolitan University and SIMI Swiss

  • Reference to the Letter confirming the partnership between Asia Metropolitan University and SIMI Swiss (issued by AMU): CLICK HERE
  • Reference to the Letter confirming the partnership between Asia Metropolitan University and SIMI Swiss (issued by SIMI Swiss): CLICK HERE

Apostille

Notary Public and Apostille for SIMI Qualifications in Switzerland

In Switzerland, a Notary Public can certify copies of academic degrees and diplomas by verifying their authenticity and confirming that they match the original document. This notarized certification is often required for legal, academic, or professional purposes, such as further studies, job applications, or immigration procedures.

For international use, a notarized degree may also require an Apostille from the relevant Swiss authority (usually the cantonal State Chancellery) to ensure its recognition in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention.

  • See Sample of Apostille from the relevant Swiss authority [HERE]

Note: The information provided above is accurate at the time of publication. However, the content is subject to change in accordance with adjustments to the laws of each country and may be updated without prior notice.

Disclaimer

The eUni Switzerland, SIMI Swiss, Asia Metropolitan University, Partner Universities, and Qualification Awarding Bodies (collectively referred to as "Parties" or "We") hereby declare and affirm the following:

  1. Degree Acceptance
    The Parties expressly disclaim any guarantee of acceptance of a degree by any third party. The acceptance or rejection of a degree is entirely at the discretion of the receiving entity, and no assurances are made by the Parties regarding such acceptance.
  2. Employment Outcomes
    The Parties explicitly disclaim any guarantee concerning salary increments, promotions, new employment opportunities, or acceptance of employment following graduation. The Parties make no representations regarding the employment outcomes of graduates.
  3. Degree Recognition and Equivalence
    While regulations exist concerning the cross-recognition and equivalence of qualifications, it is essential to understand that each country, organization, or entity has the right to independently acknowledge and recognize its own qualifications. The Parties do not guarantee the automatic recognition of degrees in the process of diploma or certificate issuance, including the issuing of transcripts, by any of our members. Furthermore, the Parties do not endorse or guarantee the process of recognizing equivalent qualifications (if applicable).
  4. Immigration, Employment, and Work Permits
    The Parties do not assure or commit to facilitating opportunities for immigration, employment abroad, obtaining work permits, teaching permits, or professional licenses in the UK, Europe, or any other jurisdiction.
  5. Visa Approval
    While the Parties extend maximum support, they do not guarantee 100% approval of student visas (in the case of full-time study) or Schengen visas (for attendance at the graduation ceremony in Europe), particularly if learners do not meet the specific requirements set by the host country or the competent authorities responsible for immigration, relocation, and settlement in other countries.

Tuition Fee

CHF 400

 Application Fee

  • Due before enrollment.
  • Only pay when the requirements are fulfilled.
  • Non-Refundable.
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CHF 12,900

Tuition fees for full program

  • Right after LOA: CHF 4,500
  • Next 6 months: CHF 4,200
  • Next 6 months: CHF 4,200
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CHF 1000

Supervisory fee

  • Supervisory fee for 1 year
  • Payment begins from the third academic year onwards.
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