Doctoral Program (Ph.D. HEWM)
Doctor of Philosophy
Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Wellness Management
Ph.D.HEWM
Introduction to the Program
The Doctor of Philosophy in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Wellness Management program equips graduates with the expertise to become visionary leaders and entrepreneurs in the healthcare and wellness sectors. They will develop a deep understanding of healthcare policies, regulations, market trends, and industry dynamics, empowering them to make strategic decisions and drive transformative change. Graduates will leverage emerging technologies and innovative solutions to address healthcare challenges, enhance care quality, and accelerate business growth.
CURRICULUM STRUCTURE
COURSEWORK AND DISSERTATION (MASTER’S DEGREE HOLDER)
| Foundation Courses | Non-credit | |
| Required Courses | 15 | Credits |
| Elective Course | 3 | Credits |
| Dissertation | 36 | Credits |
| Total | 54 | Credits |
| FOUNDATION COURSES | Non-credit | |
| HWM 6401 | Explorations to Health and Wellness Landscapes | |
| HWM 6402 | Pathways to Entrepreneurial Success | |
| HWM 6403 | Healthcare Strategic Management | |
| HWM 6404 | Workforce Management for Healthcare | |
| HWM 6405 | Digital Innovation, Technology, and Data for Healthcare Business | |
| HWM 6406 | Strategies for Business Success and Sustainability |
| REQUIRED COURSES | 15 Credits | |
| HWM 8001 | Healthcare and Wellness Policy, Economics, and Strategic Leadership | |
| HWM 8002 | Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management | |
| HWM 8003 | Advances Research in Healthcare and Wellness Entrepreneurship | |
| HWM 8004 | Advanced Statistics in Healthcare and Wellness Entrepreneurship Studies | |
| HWM 8005 | Seminar in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Wellness Studies |
| ELECTIVE COURSE | 3 Credits |
| The elective course can be chosen from the other graduate level programs (Course code: 6XXX, 7XXX, 8XXX, or 9XXX) offered by other graduate programs within Assumption University. The Course chosen would be reviewed and approved by the program director. |
| DISSERTATION COURSES | 36 Credits | |
| HWM 9101 | Dissertation 1 | |
| HWM 9102 | Dissertation 2 | |
| HWM 9103 | Dissertation 3 | |
| HWM 9104 | Dissertation 4 |
STUDY PLAN
PLAN 2.1: COURSEWORK AND DISSERTATION
FIRST YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| HWM 6xxx | Foundation Course | Non-credit |
| HWM 8001 | Healthcare and Wellness Policy, Economics, and Strategic Leadership |
3 |
| HWM 8002 | Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management | 3 |
| HWM 8003 | Research Methodology in Healthcare and Wellness Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Total | 9 |
SECOND SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| HWM 8004 | Advanced Statistics in Healthcare and Wellness Entrepreneurship Studies | 3 |
| HWM 8005 | Seminar in Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Wellness Studies | 3 |
| XXXX | Elective Course | 3 |
| Total | 9 |
SECOND YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| HWM 9101 | Dissertation 1 | 9 Credits |
SECOND SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| HWM 9102 | Dissertation 2 | 9 Credits |
THIRD YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| HWM 9103 | Dissertation 3 | 9 Credits |
SECOND SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| HWM 9104 | Dissertation 4 | 9 Credits |
| Grand Total | 54 Credits |
Note: Study Plan may be adjusted, including enrollment of courses during summer session, with the approval of the Program Director.
PROFESSIONS/CAREERS AFTER GRADUATION
After graduating from this program, individuals can pursue various professions and careers in both the healthcare and wellness sectors. Some potential career paths include:
- Health and wellness entrepreneur/Startup founder
- CEO, managing director, administrator, leader in the healthcare and wellness industries
- Corporate wellness manager
- Medical/Nursing supervisor, director
- Researcher/Scholars
- Healthcare/Business consultant