Ph.D. Health Systems Management – College of Health Systems Management

Doctor of Philosophy in Health Systems Management

"Developing the next generation of innovative researchers and leaders in health systems management"

The Ph.D. (HSM) program

Health Systems Management research is about improving leadership and management for a health system’s efficiency, effectiveness and accountability in order to provide equitable quality services to patients and communities. A key aspect of health systems management research is its interdisciplinary nature – it draws upon research methods and approaches from several fields.

This research-based program is designed to train researchers and academic leaders in the expanding field of health systems management. These systems are studied using the scientific problem solving methods of management and the social sciences and systems science. Students follow a process of scientific discovery applying abstract modeling or empirical discovery paradigms. Collaborative and participatory action based approaches in real health management situations are utilized.

The PhD prepares students to become independent investigators in academic and non-academic research institutions, and emphasizes contributions to theory and basic science. Individuals applying to this program usually have a master’s degree and/or relevant research experience, however the minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree.

Aims of the program

The program is purposefully interdisciplinary and seeks to prepare students for research careers in academics as well as in public and private sector agencies and organizations. The overall goal of the PhD program in Health Systems Management is to produce the next generation of leaders in the research and practice of health dealing with health systems. Its central objective is to train the next generation of researchers in applying innovative methodologies of scientific discovery to better understand health systems and support decision-making for the cost-effective delivery of health services.

The NUCHSM core faculty researchers involved reflect the multidisciplinary character of the study issues, integrating expertise in health services, health administration, health economics, social science, management, operations research, computer science, and medicine. International expertise has contributed to the development and contemporary nature of the program alongside the expertise provided by Thai colleagues across our health system.

Curriculum

Overall, the program amounts to 48 credits according to the Thai Higher Education Commission System. The full-time program takes three academic years of study. Candidates must complete non-credit compulsory courses in advanced research methodology and theoretical foundation of health systems management and attend seminars every semester. Students undertake research in their specialized field of interest, and prepare and defend a thesis based on this investigation. Successful completion of the program with at least 3 publications published in peered reviewed academic journals is required for graduation.

Educational Management Plan

Plan 1.1 : graduation with PhD degree, study less than 48 credits with Thesis courses. Maximum 5 persons accepted (Study on Monday through Friday).

Dissertation Total 48 Credits

- Dissertation 1, Type 1.1     8  Credits
- Dissertation 2, Type 1.1     8  Credits
- Dissertation 3, Type 1.1     8  Credits
- Dissertation 4, Type 1.1     8  Credits
- Dissertation 5, Type 1.1     8  Credits
- Dissertation 6, Type 1.1     8  Credits

Compulsory Courses (Non-credit) 12 Credits

- Advanced Research Methodology in Health Sciences     3 Credits
- Theoretical Foundations of Health Systems Management     3 Credits
- Seminar 1          1  Credits
- Seminar 2          1  Credits
- Seminar 3          1  Credits
- Seminar 4          1  Credits
- Seminar 5          1  Credits
- Seminar 6          1  Credits

Degree Offered : Ph.D. (Health Systems Management)

Delivery : Both on Campus and Online, Research based only (** The scholarship recipients must study in program ON CAMPUS ONLY **)

Duration : 36 months (3 academic years)

Tuition Fee : The price paid throughout the course is 600,000 Baht/Student (for Thai students) and 690,000 Baht/Student (for International students).

Payment by installments divided into 6 semesters in 3 years as below;

1) For Thai students

1^st Year 1^st Semester 100,000 Baht;
1^st Year 2^nd Semester 100,000 Baht;
2^nd Year 1^st Semester 100,000 Baht;
2^nd Year 2^nd Semester 100,000 Baht.
3^th Year 1^st Semester 100,000 Baht; and
3^th Year 2^nd Semester 100,000 Baht.

In case that the student is unable to complete the program within the period prescribed and need to re-enroll, the student has to pay 100,000 Baht per semester.

2) For International students

1^st Year 1^st Semester 115,000 Baht;
1^st Year 2^nd Semester 115,000 Baht;
2^nd Year 1^st Semester 115,000 Baht;
2^nd Year 2^nd Semester 115,000 Baht.
3^th Year 1^st Semester 115,000 Baht; and
3^th Year 2^nd Semester 115,000 Baht.

In case that the student is unable to complete the program within the period prescribed and need to re-enroll, the student has to pay 115,000 Baht per semester

General Qualifications
          1) Students are required to have a Master’s degree in Sciences, or Technological Sciences, or Health Sciences, or Social Sciences or other fields from academic institutions in Thailand or other countries approved by the Ministry of Education with GPA higher than 3.5
          2) No record of court-ordered imprisonment except for a wrongdoing by recklessness or a misdemeanor.
          3) No record of dismissal on the grounds of misbehavior from any educational institutes.
          4) Healthy, with no diseases or conditions that may interfere with their educational obligations.
          5) Other qualifications as specified by the Graduate School, Naresuan University.
          6) If there is any inconsistent conditions stated in No. 1-5, it would be the authority of the Curriculum Committee to provide the consideration.

Specific Qualifications
          1) Students are required to have a Master’s or an equal degree in Sciences, or Technological Sciences, or Health Sciences, or Social Sciences or other fields approved by higher education institutes in Thailand or in other countries approved by the Ministry of Education.
          2) Students who graduated from other fields of study apart from No.1 are required to be experienced in working or researching in the field of Health Sciences or Social Sciences regarding health or health systems for more than 3 years; or have at least a published article in academic journals specific in the Naresuan University Regulations within previous 5 years from the day of enrollment.
          3) Students who are inconsistent with No.1 and No.2 may be considered by the Curriculum Committee of Health Systems Management.
          4) Students are required to write a concept paper about their interested research (no more than 5 pages of A4 paper).
          5) Other qualifications as specified in the Naresuan University Regulations for Graduate 2011; Title 5 Students Requirement.

An applicant is required to submit the following supporting documents :

          1. Educational background document/certificate of degree
          2. Official closed transcript of records (if you apply for Ph.D. study, records of master and bachelor's degrees must be submitted).
          3. An English proficiency score. Only the score of an English proficiency test obtained from these testing agencies: TOEFL or IELTS is accepted unless English is the official language of the country.
          4. All applicants are required to submit a valid English test score which is not older than 2 years on the starting date of the admission
          5. Two official recommendation letters written in the letter head of referee’s university or organizations
          6. The statement of purpose, which includes field and level of study that you would like to apply for
          7. Concept paper on your proposed thesis study. (No longer than 3 pages of A4)
          8. Photocopy of passport (bearer’s details) or ID Card
          9. A CV shown your experiences on health management and/ or research which includes a list of publications and affixed with a recent photo
          10. A less than 6 month medical examination result

Download Application Form
- Doctoral application form

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