This course develops health care managers and enhances their skills within a research-based environment. The MSc is designed for people with experience of management in health care, or for those expecting to have a significant management component in their future employment. The skills and knowledge gained through this degree are applicable to a wide variety of health care and related management roles. Participants will leave equipped with a range of managerial and leadership tools that will enable them to meet the challenges of working in health care management today. The course has an international standing with students selected from a wide range of different nationalities. This provides attendees with an opportunity to learn from their course colleagues about different health care systems and the unique challenges faced by managers in different countries. This course explores the following in a healthcare environment: planning and delivery of service improvements; working with others to achieve organisational goals; optimising resources used; managing and motivating change; communicating effectively and being accountable for performance.