The programme aims to produce highly qualified healthcare management specialists with a deep understanding of healthcare policy, the healthcare system, organizational management, and a patient-centered approach. These specialists are trained to operate effectively in various sectors of the healthcare industry, including primary and public healthcare, hospitals, research, and pharmaceuticals.

Program Objectives:

• Provide comprehensive knowledge in healthcare policy, healthcare system, organizational management, and patient-centered care.
• Equip students with the skills to assess environmental factors affecting healthcare organizations and make informed decisions.
• Train administrators capable of efficiently organizing and managing functional subsystems of healthcare institutions.
• Foster an understanding of competitive organizational strategies and market-oriented marketing strategies in the healthcare sector.
• Emphasize financial, administrative, and ethical considerations in healthcare management.
• Manage public healthcare services, medical institutions, and health insurance companies.
• Work in local and international non-governmental health organizations, focusing on patient rights protection and health promotion.
• Contribute to pharmaceutical companies and dental clinics in operational roles.

Key Competencies and Knowledge Areas:

• Understanding of healthcare policies, systems, and their individual components.
  Proficiency in organizational management within the healthcare context.
• Application of patient-centered care principles.
• Ability to assess changes in environmental factors affecting healthcare organizations.
  Knowledge of medical procedures, diagnosis, treatment methods, and medical terminology.
• Competence in healthcare marketing, financial management, and ethical considerations.
• Understanding of quality principles, information systems, and healthcare program management.

By covering these areas, the program aims to produce graduates who can make significant contributions to the efficient functioning of healthcare services, ultimately leading to improved well-being and health outcomes for the population. These professionals are well-equipped to address the complex challenges and opportunities in the dynamic field of healthcare management.

The various teaching and learning methods commonly used in frames of programme:

• Lecture-Seminars: Combination of lectures and interactive seminars for a comprehensive learning experience.
• Working on the Book: Engaging with course materials through reading, analysis, and reflection.
• Explanatory Method: Providing detailed explanations to enhance understanding of concepts.
• Demonstration Method: Showing how something is done to facilitate learning.
• Use of Video-Audio Training Material: Utilizing multimedia resources to support learning.
• Interactive Lessons: Engaging students actively in the learning process through discussions, activities, etc.
• Situational Tasks: Assigning tasks that mirror real-life situations to apply knowledge and skills.
• Discussion: Facilitating conversations to explore and analyze concepts or issues.
• Group Assignments: Collaborative projects that encourage teamwork and shared problem-solving.
• Projects: Long-term assignments that require planning, research, and execution.
• Exercises Focused on Problem Solving: Activities designed to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Case Study and Analysis (Case Study): In-depth examination of specific scenarios or cases to draw insights.
• Literature Review: Systematic evaluation of existing literature on a specific topic.
• Simulation: Creating a realistic environment to mimic a particular situation or process.
• Guidance/Mentoring: Providing individualized support and advice for personal and academic development.
• Evidence-Based Learning (EBL): Emphasizing the use of empirical evidence to inform learning and decision-making.
• Role Play: Acting out scenarios to gain perspective and develop skills in specific situations.
• Laboratory Work: Hands-on experiments or activities conducted in a controlled environment.

The curriculum is designed with consideration for language competencies and offers a tailored approach based on the student's existing knowledge.
The programme contains the following:
Academic Activities:

• Writing essays and projects.
• Completing a bachelor's academic paper.
• Making presentations to showcase research results.

Internship:

• Undergoing an internship in contracted health organizations affiliated with the University of Georgia. This practical experience is invaluable for students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings.

Language Competence Differentiation:

Students begin their English language studies at a level that aligns with their existing proficiency. This assessment is based on results from unified national exams and internal exams.

This approach ensures that students receive appropriate language instruction that matches their current skill level, allowing for a more effective and tailored learning experience. It also emphasizes the practical application of knowledge through activities like writing, presenting, and hands-on experience in health organizations.

The academic degree of Bachelor of Management in this program requires a total of 240 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits. Here's a breakdown of the credit distribution:

• Main Subjects of the Program: 186 ECTS, which includes the completion of a bachelor's thesis. These are the core courses and requirements specific to the management program.
• Elective Subjects: 36 ECTS, including 12 ECTS from the humanitarian-social block and 12 ECTS from the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) block. These are additional courses that students can choose based on their interests and career goals.
• Free Credits: 18 ECTS, which students can select freely from subjects offered in the university's undergraduate programs. This allows students to explore other fields of study or take courses that align with their specific interests.

By successfully accumulating the required ECTS credits across these categories, students can earn their Bachelor of Management degree. This structure provides students with both a strong foundation in management and the flexibility to explore other areas of knowledge during their undergraduate studies.