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Course Overview

The PhD in Hospital Administration is a doctoral-level program designed to equip scholars with advanced research skills and specialized knowledge essential for leadership in hospital and healthcare management. This program follows an Outcome-Based Education (OBE) framework and aligns with academic and practical expectations of the healthcare sector.

It emphasizes independent, interdisciplinary research, and critical inquiry into pressing challenges in healthcare delivery, hospital operations, policy-making, quality assurance, and innovation in healthcare systems.

Programme Objectives

  • To develop a comprehensive understanding of theories and practices in hospital administration.
  • To foster original, high-quality research in specialized areas such as health policy, quality improvement, strategic management, and healthcare innovation.
  • To prepare scholars for leadership roles in academia, hospital management, healthcare consulting, and policy-making.

Key Course Highlights

  • Research Methodology: Emphasizes research designs, data analysis, SPSS, hypothesis testing, and report writing.
  • Publication Ethics: Covers plagiarism, research misconduct, journal indexing, and open-access publishing.
  • Healthcare Management Principles: Focuses on leadership, HR, quality systems (NABH, JCI), marketing, legal frameworks, and stakeholder communication.
  • Electives allow deep dives into strategic planning, IT in healthcare (EHR, AI), quality and safety, and innovation models in delivery and digital health.
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High-Quality Education, Experienced Faculty, Research Opportunities, Strong Career Support

Eligibility, Fee Details & Syllabus

1. Laboratory Based Courses (Total fee for six semesters: 3,12,000)
Particulars I SEM II SEM III SEM IV SEM V SEM VI SEM
Admission fee# 5,000          
Enrollment fee 2,000          
Tuition fee 44,000 44,000 44,000 44,000 44,000 44,000
Development fee 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Other fee (library etc) 11,000          
Thesis submission fee           11,000
Security deposit (Refundable) 10,000          
Total 73,500 45,500 45,500 45,500 45,500 56,500
Non-Laboratory Based Courses (Total fee for six semesters: 2,46,000)
Particulars I SEM II SEM III SEM IV SEM V SEM VI SEM
Admission fee# 5,000          
Enrollment fee 2,000          
Tuition fee 33,000 33,000 33,000 33,000 33,000 33,000
Development fee 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Other fee (library etc) 11,000          
Thesis submission fee           11,000
Security deposit (Refundable) 10,000          
Total 62,500 34,500 34,500 34,500 34,500 45,500
1. Laboratory Based Courses (Total fee for six semesters: 4,04,400)
Particulars I SEM II SEM III SEM IV SEM V SEM VI SEM
Admission fee# 5,000          
Enrollment fee 2,000          
Tuition fee 59,400 59,400 59,400 59,400 59,400 59,400
Development fee 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Other fee (library etc) 11,000          
Thesis submission fee           11,000
Security deposit (Refundable)* 10,000          
Total 88,900 60,900 60,900 60,900 60,900 71,900
Non-Laboratory Based Courses (Total fee for six semesters: 3,15,300)
Particulars I SEM II SEM III SEM IV SEM V SEM VI SEM
Admission fee# 5,000          
Enrollment fee 2,000          
Tuition fee 44,550 44,550 44,550 44,550 44,550 44,550
Development fee 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Other fee (library etc) 11,000          
Thesis submission fee           11,000
Security deposit (Refundable)* 10,000          
Total 74,050 46,050 46,050 46,050 46,050 57,050

# Non-Refundable

* Refundable

Course Name

Ph.D. in Hospital Administration

Course Duration

Minimum - 03 Years, Maximum - 6 years

Eligibility

• Master’s degree in MBA (Management) or MBA (Hospital Administration) with at least 55% marks or equivalent GPA. , 5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled candidates., Admission through Research Entrance Test (RET) as per university guidelines.

Admission Process

On the basis of Research Entrance Test (RET) / (NET/SET qualified candidates are exempted from entrance exam)

Uniform Fee Extra

  • Fee structure subject to revision from time to time.
  • The Institute without any prejudice reserves the right to change or delete any information without any prior information.

Schedule of Depositing the Fee:

  • 1st Installment at the time of Admission.
  • 2nd, 4th, 6th and 8th Installment (as applicable) - Last Date Payment: 15th January each academic year.
  • 3rd, 5th and 7th Installment (as applicable) - Last Date Payment: 15th July each academic year.
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Why Choose Our Education Program?

  • Access to Expert Faculty Learn under the guidance of highly qualified and experienced educators who bring real-world insights and research into the classroom, helping you build a strong academic foundation.
  • Hands-on Teaching Practice Gain real school experience through internships, teaching simulations, and micro-teaching exercises, preparing you for real-world classroom challenges with confidence.
  • Modern Learning Resources Benefit from digital classrooms, a well-stocked education library, and teaching-learning materials that support innovative and interactive pedagogy.
  • Career Guidance & Support Receive personalized mentoring and career counselling, helping you choose the right career path in teaching, research, or administration.
  • Recognition & Professional Growth Stand out with a degree from a reputable institution known for producing successful teachers, researchers, and education leaders nationwide.

Job Opportunities

Career Opportunities

  • Academia: Professors, Researchers
  • Healthcare Institutions: Directors, Strategic Planners, Administrators
  • Consultancy & Policy Bodies: Health Policy Analysts, Quality Consultants
  • Government & NGOs: Health Program Managers, Policy Advisors

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Welcome to the Student FAQ! Here you'll find answers to common questions to help you navigate your academic journey. To register for classes, log in to the student portal, navigate to the course registration section, select your courses, and confirm your schedule.

Q1. What is the Ph.D. in Hospital Administration programme?

It is a doctoral research programme focused on advanced study in hospital administration, healthcare management, hospital operations, and healthcare systems.

Q2. What is the main objective of the Ph.D. in Hospital Administration?

The objective is to develop skilled researchers and healthcare experts who can contribute to improving hospital systems, healthcare quality, and management practices.

Q3. What are the major research areas in this programme?

Research areas include Hospital Management, Healthcare Quality Management, Hospital Planning, Healthcare Economics, Patient Care Services, Healthcare Policies, and Healthcare Operations.

Q4. Is coursework included in the Ph.D. programme?

Yes. The programme includes Research Methodology and advanced healthcare management coursework before starting the research thesis.

Q5. What is the focus of research in Hospital Administration?

The focus is on improving hospital efficiency, patient care systems, healthcare delivery models, and solving real-world hospital management challenges.

Q6. Is a thesis required for completion of the Ph.D.?

Yes. Candidates must complete and submit an original research thesis in the field of Hospital Administration.

Q7. Are research publications required during the Ph.D.?

Yes. Scholars are encouraged to publish papers in reputed journals and present their research at national and international conferences.

Q8. Who supervises the Ph.D. research work?

Experienced faculty members and research supervisors from the healthcare and management fields guide scholars throughout their research journey.

Q9. What career opportunities are available after Ph.D. in Hospital Administration?

Graduates can work in academia, healthcare research, hospital leadership roles, healthcare consultancy, and policy-making organizations.

Q10. Why pursue Ph.D. in Hospital Administration at Shri Guru Ram Rai University?

Because it provides a strong research environment, expert supervision, and opportunities to contribute to advancements in healthcare management and hospital systems.

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