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HIMS- Master of Hospital Administration (MHA)

Master of Hospital Administration (MHA)

Programme Level

Post Undergraduate

Duration

2 Years

Overview

MHA at HIMS is a 2-year specialized course which aims at developing knowledge & competencies on business management & healthcare administration, making it one of the premier MHA colleges in India. The program, offered by one of the leading hospital management colleges in India, is associated with Himalayan Hospital which is NABH accredited & includes a Cancer hospital & NABL accredited labs. The students are trained for Hospital Operations, Public health, Basic Medical Sciences, Hospital Information system, etc. Under their training students are taught how to deal with economic, social, ethical, political, legal and operational challenges that hospital managers and administrators face in running healthcare facilities.

The program also provides students an exposure to various departments of hospital and are guided, mentored & trained by highly experienced faculty to sharpen their expertise. On successful completion of the course, students are capable of dealing with project planning, finance, marketing and operations that are relevant to the healthcare industry.

The program curriculum includes healthcare finance and accounting, healthcare marketing, information technology, operation management, leadership and organizational behaviour, human resource management, quality improvement and patient safety etc. To enhance competencies and provide direct exposure to work with healthcare organizations the students go through internships, guest lectures, group projects, industrial visits etc.

Placement

Placements - Hospital Administration College

100%

Summer Internship and Placement Support

6LPA

Highest Salary Package

10%

Our Students are placed with the top of hospitals and leading research institution in the country

Advantages of MHA at HIMS

Career Advancement

The program open doors to vast career Opportunities for students in healthcare & corporate industries

Collaboration
Networking

Students get the opportunity to work with professionals through daily posting in 20+ departments

Leadership
Development

The program helps in developing management skills for managing teams, projects & budgets efficiently.

Problem Solving

The problem helps the students in planning & organizing of the functioning of a hospital.

MHA Program Outcomes

In-depth Understanding

Understand management in hospitals & get exposure to latest the technological advancement in the field.

Management
Principles

Apply management principles & strategic decision-making in critical situations

Effective
Leadership

Build professional skill like leadership, problem-solving, communication, critical thinking etc.

Gain
Experience

Gets Hands-on experience on real life scenarios with internship, industrial visits, workshops, project etc.

MHA Course Eligibility Criteria

Programme Level

Regular Entry

Duration

Two years (4 semesters)

Candidate with minimum 50% marks in MBBS, or BDS or BAMS or BHMS or B.Sc. Nursing/ P.B.B.Sc. Nursing, or B.Sc. in Life Sciences (with Biology in 10+2) or Bachelor's degree in any Paramedical programme or (B. Pharma) from a recognized University. OR A sponsored candidate with a Science degree (with Biology in 10+2) from a recognized university and a minimum of five years of relevant work experience. Also includes candidates on “study leave” for 2 years with NOC from their departments

Hospital Administration Course Fees 2025

Fee Structure

Merit Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees

Merit Cum Means Scholarship

Up to 50% of Tuition Fees

Loan Facility

Interest free education loan

Special Scholarship

Up to 100% of Tuition Fees for: Ward of Armed / Para Military / Police Force Personnel (Serving and Retd, Non-Commissioned Officer), Differently abled candidate, Transgender

Fee Relaxation

25% Fee Concession for female candidate - B.Tech CSE & 26% Fee Relaxation for the students from Uttarakhand

Free-Ship Scholarship

Free education to one candidate in each academic program of the University who is an orphan

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FACULTY

Dr A Shariff
Dr. A. Shariff
Dean
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Dr.-Renu-Dhasmana
Dr. Renu Dhasmana
Principal (Administration)
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Professor (Dr) Hem Chandra
Professor (Dr.) Hem Chandra
Visiting Professor
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Dr-Brig-RS-Saini 1
Dr. (Brig) RS Saini (Retd)
Professor
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Dr (Brig) DC Joshi(Retd)
Dr. (Brig) DC Joshi(Retd)
Professor
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Shweta Samant
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Dean

Dr A. Shariff

Qualifications:MBBS, M.S. Anatomy

Teaching and Research Experience: 35 years

Publications: 3 Selected Scholarly Publications

Patent: 3

Special Interest: Clinical Ecotoxicology, The Enteric Nervous System (ENS, Digital Health & Telemedicine, Developmental Biology

Membership:

  • Life Member, Anatomical Society of India (ASI)
  • Life Member, Telemedicine Society of India (TSI)
  • Expert Policy & Governance Roles

Awards:

  • Promising Tech Guru in Indian Healthcare: Recognized by the Economic Times for his leadership in "Celebrating the Champions of Digital Health Excellence."
  • COVID-19 Pandemic Leadership: As the Nodal Person for the Regional Resource Centre (RRC) at AIIMS, he coordinated round-the-clock digital support for physicians nationwide and implemented digital infrastructure in record time to ensure the continuity of medical education.

Professor

Dr Renu Dhasmana

Qualifications: M.S. (Ophthalmology)

Teaching & Research Experience: 29.5 Years

Publications: 102

Patent: 02

Special Interest: Vitreo-retinal & Phacoemulsification

Membership:

  • Member All India Ophthalmological Society
  • Member Delhi Ophthalmological Society
  • Member Uttar Pradesh Ophthalmological Society
  • Member Uttaranchal Ophthalmological Society
  • Member All India community Ophthalmologist society
  • Member of North Zone Ophthalmological Society

Awards:

  • Awarded on National Doctors’ Day, 2025
  • Best Clinician award at SRHU, Dehradun. 2024.
  • Distinguished Ophthalmic Teacher of India’ award at 7th FOTI Assembly, AIIMS New Delhi 2024
  • MCI Advance course of Medical Education (ACME), 2020.
  • Best Clinician award at HIHT, Dehradun. 2012.
  • Honorary Member of Sigma Theta Tau, 2011.
  • Fellowship in “Phacoemulsification Surgery” at LVPEI, Hyderabad, 2006.
  • Fellowship in “Medical Retina” at LVPEI, Hyderabad, 2006.
  • Fellowship in “Clinical Vitreo Retinal” at Sankara Netralaya, Chennai, 2009.
Visiting Professor

 Professor (Dr) Hem Chandra

Details: Professor (Dr) Hem Chandra a prominent figure in Hospital Administration in India. With 29 years of service at SGPGI Lucknow, he held roles such as Head of the Department of Hospital Administration and Medical Superintendent. In 2018, he became the first hospital administrator to serve as Vice-Chancellor of HNB Uttarakhand Medical Education University, establishing the new campus at SelaQui, Dehradun. Currently, he is the Advisor to the Honorable President at SRHU and Director of Hospital Services, leading Himalayan Hospital, Jolly Grant, and the Master of Hospital Administration Program. His academic achievements include an MHA from AIIMS Delhi, an MPhil from BITS Pilani, a PhD, and a DLitt from Lucknow University. Dr Chandra has published over 180 specialty papers, presented more than 70, authored 12 books, and organized over 120 scientific events. He is the only Hospital Administrator awarded FRCP (Glasgow, Edinburgh & London) and the first elected Fellow of All India Management Association (FAIMA). His numerous accolades include the UP Ratan Award, Uttarakhand Gaurav Award, and Best VC of the Year Award 2021.

HOD & Professor

Dr (Brig) RS Saini (RETD)

Details: Dr (Brig) RS Saini has been the Head of the Department of Hospital Administration since 2018 and serves as the Deputy Medical Superintendent at Himalayan Hospital, Jolly Grant, Dehradun. He earned his MD in Hospital Administration from AFMC, Pune University, in 1996 and has extensive experience in various Army Medical establishments. Dr Saini has leveraged his expertise to implement a CBCS-compliant MHA program focused on providing students with practical hospital experience. He also launched a PhD program in Hospital Administration and established the Regional Chapter of the Academy of Hospital Administration in 2021. With strong leadership skills and a talent for motivating students, Dr Saini has facilitated numerous successful placements for MHA graduates.

Professor

Dr (Brig) DC Joshi(Retd)

Details: Dr (Brig) Dinesh C. Joshiserved in the Army for 34 years, gaining diverse clinical and geographical experience in India and abroad. Early on, he managed level I and II hospitals in counterinsurgency operations and tough terrains in India and Sri Lanka. Later, he became CEO of secondary and tertiary care hospitals, including Military Hospital Jodhpur, showing exemplary courage during the Sikkim earthquake and Rajasthan flash floods, earning four Army Chief's commendations and the Sena Medal. He commanded a level III hospital with a UN peacekeeping mission in the DRC, receiving the UN Force Commander's commendation. He completed a prestigious executive course in Hawaii, USA, and earned his MD in Hospital Administration from AFMC Pune. He planned and designed hospitals like Command Hospital Pune, Military Hospital Shimla, and Military Hospital Jodhpur, and served as an instructor at Officers Training College Lucknow and Dean of Army Institute of Paramedical Sciences. Since November 2021, Dr Joshi has been Associate Professor in the Department of Hospital Administration and Deputy Medical Superintendent at Himalayan Hospital, SRHU. He is a respected postgraduate teacher and guide in Hospital and Health Administration.

Assistant Professor

Shweta Samant

Details: Shweta Samant holds a postgraduate degree in Hospital and Health Management from IIHMR Delhi. She served as an Assistant Hospital Administrator at Himalayan Hospital, Jolly Grant, gaining experience in hospital operations, quality improvement, and policy formulation. After qualifying for the NET examination, she transitioned to academia and is now an Assistant Professor in the Department of Hospital Administration at SRHU. She helped establish the department in 2018 and mentors MHA students, supervising their dissertations and projects. She also enhances student development through communication skills training, job placement preparation, and hospital-based projects. Additionally, Shweta serves as the Program Coordinator for the MHA program and assists the Quality team at Himalayan Hospital with data collection, analysis, and audits. She is a lifetime member of RFHHA and AHA.

International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.