Diploma in Health & Social Care Management leading to MBA

Course Overview

The program supports entry into health and social care management roles through structured study of care systems, service coordination, and basic leadership practice. Learners gain exposure to topics such as healthcare operations, communication in care settings, and service planning.

Training includes case-based tasks linked to hospitals, care homes, and community services. This builds understanding of daily operations and service delivery in health-related organizations.

Graduates can move into support roles in healthcare administration, care coordination, and supervisory positions in social care services. The pathway also supports further study at MBA level for higher management roles in the sector.

General Eligibility

• Completion of secondary education for diploma entry
• Bachelor’s degree required for MBA stage entry
• Minimum age: 17+ for diploma, 21+ for MBA pathway
• Application process:
  • Online or direct application submission
  • Academic transcripts and passport copy
  • English test result
  • Interview for selected applicants
• Scholarship options:
  • Early application fee reduction
  • Merit-based tuition support for strong academic results

Part Time Work Details

Up to 20 hours per week during study periods; full-time during official holidays (as per Malta student visa rules)

Language Requirement

• Accepted tests with minimum scores:

  • IELTS: 5.5 (Diploma), 6.0 (MBA stage)
  • TOEFL iBT: 55–60 (Diploma), 72–80 (MBA stage)
  • PTE Academic: 42+ (Diploma), 50+ (MBA stage)
  • Duolingo English Test: 85+ (Diploma), 95+ (MBA stage)