Choosing HSM

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The Health Sector Management (HSM) program is the largest, most comprehensive program of its kind among top-tier business schools. Integrated into the Daytime, Cross Continent, Weekend Executive and Global Executive MBA programs, HSM combines Fuqua's world-class management training with the in-depth study of an increasingly complex global health care environment.

Taught by world-renowned faculty, HSM courses balance theory and application - providing critical, highly relevant insight into the successful delivery of health-related products, services, and technologies. HSM accommodates global professionals with different interests and levels of experience, and provides distinctive benefits that enrich their learning experiences and professional opportunities:

Longstanding leadership in health sector management

For nearly a century, Duke University has been at the forefront of biomedical research, clinical care, and medical and business education. As an integral part of a top-10 business school, and with strong ties to Duke's medical community, HSM is now the largest, most broad-based health management program among leading business schools.

Applied learning with world-class health care scholars

From U.S. biotechnology start-ups to Asian healthcare delivery systems, the expertise of our top-ranked faculty spans the global health care spectrum. The HSM curricula enable students to explore their individual interests, including studies in countries around the globe, and hone skills they can translate into innovative initiatives in the global marketplace.

Collaborations with acclaimed Duke programs

HSM students engage in interdisciplinary projects with some of the world's foremost health professionals at Duke's Medical Center, the Duke Clinical Research Institute, and the Global Health Institute, as well as with the Duke schools of medicine, law, public policy, environment, and engineering.

Networking in the heart of biotech and pharma

HSM students benefit from numerous networking opportunities with established firms and health care leaders, both at Duke and beyond. Research Triangle Park, only minutes away from Duke, is home to more than 35 biotech and pharmaceutical companies.

A global community of highly accomplished students and alumni

HSM boasts a diverse and talented student body that draws from leading institutions and companies worldwide. Through numerous collaborative and networking opportunities, HSM students build lifelong bonds, both personal and professional.