Programme Profile
The MSc Clinical Leadership and Management programme is in response to the need to equip clinical staff (e.g. doctors, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, etc); allied health professionals (e.g. laboratory or investigation professionals, biostatisticians, bio-medical engineers, housekeepers, etc); and other health professionals with appropriate leadership and management skills and competencies needed for effective functioning at the clinical/hospital/health facility level. The programme equally equips participants with the skills and competencies to drive quality improvements in health institutions with a focus on patient-improved outcomes. Being a fully synchronous online programme participants can keep their full-time job while pursuing a master’s degree.
Programme Duration
The programme runs for one year, made up of two semesters. However, students can have the option of opting to complete the programme in two years if their schedules do not allow them to complete in one year.
Programme Course Structure
First Semester - Core | ||
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
CLAM 601 | Leadership Development | 3 credits |
CLAM 603 | Healthcare Ethics and Law | 3 credits |
CLAM 605 | Healthcare Transformation | 3 credits |
CLAM 607 | Healthcare Human Resource Management | 3 credits |
CLAM 609 | Research Methods | 3 credits |
First Semester - Electives | ||
CLAM 611 | Clinical Information for Decision-Making | 3 credits |
CLAM 613 | Occupational Health and Safety Management | 3 credits |
CLAM 615 | Health Policy and Analysis | 3 credits |
CLAM 619 | Emotional Intelligence | 3 credits |
Second Semester - Core | ||
CLAM 600 | Long Essay | 6 credits |
CLAM 602 | Healthcare Financial Management | 3 credits |
CLAM 604 | Healthcare Programmes and Project Management | 3 credits |
CLAM 606 | Healthcare Supply Chain Management | 3 credits |
CLAM 608 | Clinical Leadership and Governance | 3 credits |
CLAM 612 | Clinical Service Excellence | 3 credits |
CLAM 610 | Seminar | 3 credits |
Second Semester - Electives | ||
CLAM 614 | Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management | 3 credits |
CLAM 616 | Health Promotion | 3 credits |
CLAM 618 | Patient Safety and Infection Prevention | 3 credits |
CLAM 622 | Clinical Supervision | 3 credits |
Minimum Graduation Credit Requirement
Students will need a minimum of 39 credits to graduate and will therefore be required to register for ten (10) core courses, made up of five (5) courses per semester. In addition, there will be a total of four (4) elective courses per semester, from which students will be allowed to choose one (1). Finally, students will be required to start their long essay/project work of 6 credits after the first-semester examination and will run through the second semester.
Programme Target
Healthcare professionals including:
Medical Doctors
Pharmacists
Nurses and Midwives
Allied Health Workers
Biostatisticians and Health Information Professionals
Biomedical Engineers
Health Services Managers
House-Keeping Officers
Programme Benefits
Acquire leadership and managerial skills and competencies
Learn from experienced Professors and industry practitioners
Network with colleague professionals from other countries
The programme is fully online and there will be no need to leave your country and travel to Ghana
The courses are in modular form and so allow you the flexibility to continue to work and earn a master’s degree.
Programme Delivery Mode
The programme will be delivered through the block system, such that students can register for each block, complete modules in the block, and take exams related to those modules before proceeding to the next module as described below:
Semester One
Block 1A: Covers week 1, 2, and 3 for teaching CLAM 601 and CLAM 603
Block 1B: Covers week 4 for examining CLAM 601 and CLAM 603
Block 2A: Covers week 5, 6, and 7 for teaching CLAM 605 and CLAM 607
Block 2B: Covers week 8 for examining CLAM 605 and CLAM 607
Block 3A: Covers week 9, 10, and 11 for teaching CLAM 609 and one elective
Block 3B: Covers week 12 for examining CLAM 609 and one elective
Block 4: Covers week 13, 14, 15, and 16 for completion and submission of terms papers and assignments
Semester Two
Block 1A: Covers week 1, 2, and 3 for teaching CLAM 602 and CLAM 604
Block 1B: Covers week 4 for examining CLAM 602 and CLAM 604
Block 2A: Covers week 5, 6, and 7 for teaching CLAM 606 and CLAM 608
Block 2B: Covers week 8 for examining CLAM 606 and CLAM 608
Block 3A: Covers week 9, 10, and 11 for teaching CLAM 610, CLAM 612 and one elective
Block 3B: Covers week 12 for examining CLAM 610, CLAM 612 and one elective
Block 4: Covers week 13, 14, 15, and 16 for completion and submission of terms papers and assignments
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the programme leading to the award of a degree in MSc Clinical Leadership and Management, a candidate must have obtained a good first degree, with a second-class lower division or above, or its equivalent in an appropriate field of study, preferably in the Humanities, Health Sciences, and Basic and Applied Sciences at any recognized University. In addition to the above, work experience as a health professional will be an added advantage for admission.
Programme Fees
The programme fee is as below:
Ghanaian students - USD 5,000.00 (Cedis equivalent)
African Students - USD 7,400.00
Non-African Students - USD 9,128.00
Testimonials From Past Students
I was one of the pioneer class of this career changing program. The program’s content, structure and delivery was awesome, and made me a different person, a real leader, who does not only need a position to effect change in my organization. I am currently respected in my organization and it is so because I can feel within me that my knowledge in management, conflict management styles and results are awesome. I recommend the program to anyone who aspires to lead and bring about lasting changes to their organizations.
I enrolled in CLAM in 2020 and completed it in 2021 and had little management related competencies. I enjoyed being in class with my colleague nurses, as well as all the other cadres of professionals in a hospital. I benefited from the wealth of experience embedded in my colleagues from their rich backgrounds. By the end of the programme the course lecturers had changed my view of things. I came to the realization that poor health outcomes is mainly a function of defective systems which can be changed by the individuals who run those systems, no matter how small, one day at a time. I will recommend this programme to every health worker.
Despite the unprecedented challenges posed by the novel COVID -19 pandemic, the all- virtual Msc. CLAM programme was expertly delivered, thanks to the comprehensive and interactive tuition. The lecturers were truly exceptional, taking the time to engage with each student during lessons to ensure concepts were grasped. Their dedication and expertise created a supportive and inclusive learning environment, even in a virtual setting. Most importantly, the knowledge acquired has positively impacted my performance, professions and personal life. The CLAM experience was exceptional and life changing, and I will highly recommend to all health professionals.
I am a proud member of CLAM 20/21. My experience was life changing. CLAM put many aspects of healthcare into perspective. It gave me insight into managing healthcare staff, the importance of financial management in sustaining healthcare as a business, the ethical standards required of the healthcare team and most importantly the premium placed on quality healthcare provision. All these aspects of healthcare management put me in a position to lead in the healthcare space. Leadership and clinical governance were extremely helpful in understanding the dynamics involved in leading a healthcare business. It was a real eye opener, and I would recommend this course to any healthcare staff who wants to add value and gain knowledge about the business of healthcare.
Application Information
Please scan the QR code or alternatively use the link below to access the programme application portal and proceed to apply for the programme. Should you require further clarification, you can contact the course coordinator using the contact information below:
For Ghanaian students only 
For International students only 
Email: ABaku@ug.edu.gh
WhatsApp: +233 20 724 2063
Tel:+233 20 410 9715/+233 26 621-7731