Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Elderly Care Management

For Communication Skills:

The learner will be able to:

• Communicate with a large variety of people at different levels within own organisation as well as external stakeholders
• Prepare and communicate information on elderly care issues and solutions to specialist and non-specialist audiences
• Communicate to specialist and non-specialist audiences clearly and unambiguously to reach conclusions which may be the outcome of presentations, research, self-study or experience

For Learning Skills:

The learner will be able to:

• Undertake independent and self-directed study through research, both primary and secondary
• Apply critical reflective thinking and be in a position to challenge and critique management models, concepts and ideas in the context of elderly care management
• Enhance career by developing advanced knowledge and understanding to systematically and creatively inform management practices by applying elderly care management solutions
• Become independent, self-directed learners with the tools and motivation to continue learning, developing and reflecting throughout their careers

The overall course objectives are:

Knowledge:

• Critically analyse the place and role of the elderly in society and the role of elderly care services
• Critically analyse the existing legal and economic regulations on elders and the role of government in the provision of care and protection of the elders
• Critically analyse theories and methodologies related to management, finance, leadership and HR of elderly care organisation
• Critically assess the existing resources at the community and hospital/elderly care facility setting to provide the relevant care to the elderly
• Critically analyse the research concerning welfare and Economic Issues of elderly care
• Critically examine the development of the body of knowledge that relates to palliative and end-of-life care, quality and elderly service improvement and psychiatric and psychological issues of elders
• Compare different healthcare models

Skills:

• Apply theories and methodologies related to management, leadership and HR in elderly care
• Critically appraise the needs of elders and implement findings for improvement of service of elderly care
• Critically appraise and apply relevant processes and procedures related to elderly care in the context of public policy and welfare and economic regulations
• Apply techniques relevant to the management of mental and physical aspects of ageing, and tools to deal with psychological aspects of ageing
• Apply techniques relevant to financial management of institutions for elders, quality and service improvement, psychiatric issues and palliative and end-of-life care

Competences:

• Appraise the importance of personal experience, values and attitudes in working with the elderly
• Critically assess the issues in relation to ageing in various settings: health care, social, organisational and the family
• Critically analyse the importance of the application of research methodology in gerontology
• Critically evaluate the relevance of economic, social, cultural and legal issues in the ageing process
• Critically examine the development of the application of a body of knowledge that relates to the psychiatric of ageing, management of institutions for elders, quality and service improvement, and palliative and end-of-life care

Prerequisites

Candidates who apply for this course must possess one of the following:

• A Level 6 degree in a related field; OR
• A Level 5 diploma or higher diploma and 5 years work experience in a supervisory or managerial role
• Preference is given to applicants having a Level 6 degree in a discipline related to elderly care and a minimum of 3 years work experience in management within the sector
• Students whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate English language capability at IELTS level 6.0 or equivalent
• Foreign qualifications need to be presented together with the MQRIC recognition statement when applying for the programme

Career Paths

The potential positions for which this program aims to prepare could be: Elderly Care Home Managers/Directors, Elderly Home Chief Executive Officers/ Chief Financial Officers/Human Resources Managers.

It is designed to improve the prospect of employment and career progression in areas including, but not limited, to:

• Community/social services agencies for the elderly
• Religious organisations which provide care for the elderly
• Healthcare and long-term care agencies and institutions (state and private)

Modules

You are required to complete all 10 compulsory modules (60 ECTS), as well as the Dissertation (30 ECTS) to fulfil the requirements of this Master’s Degree.

How you’ll be assessed

The course comprises:

• Evening classes for part-time courses
• Classes held throughout the day for full-time courses
• Guided learning, presentations, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos
• Self-study hours comprising research, reading and assignment work

IDEA College is Malta’s largest private further education institution focused on cultivating future leaders through specialized and accredited courses. With a philosophy centred around the students, IDEA College designs its part-time courses to seamlessly integrate into the personal and professional schedules of its attendees.

The curriculum is deeply rooted in industry needs, equipping students with practical skills and knowledge essential for success in their careers. The Academy distinguishes itself with personalized attention, access to expert mentors, an extensive resource library, and flexible payment options.

IDEA College offers a diverse range of programs, from introductory courses to advanced degrees from MQF/EQF level 4 all the way through Doctorate programs, all within a supportive, student-first environment.