Master of Business Informatics – Healthcare Informatics
A one-year master's programme that prepares students for careers at the intersection of healthcare, digital technologies, and business informatics.
NZ$42,550
inc GST
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In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 45 weeks
NZ$42,550
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Apply information systems and analytics to healthcare
Use digital technologies, data analytics, and information systems to solve complex challenges in the healthcare sector.
Manage and secure healthcare data
Design and manage healthcare databases, ensure data privacy, and implement strategies for data safety and security.
Design culturally appropriate systems
Develop digital health technologies and solutions that address cultural health disparities and align with Māori and Pasifika perspectives.
About This Course
The Master of Business Informatics – Healthcare Informatics at Yoobee equips students with the digital, analytical, and project management skills required to tackle complex healthcare issues through technology and data. The programme features integrated learning in strategic information systems, database management, research methods, project management, digital healthcare design, analytics, and data safety, with a strong emphasis on cultural competence regarding Māori and Pasifika health services. The degree is completed in 45 weeks (three trimesters) and culminates in a real-world capstone project, positioning graduates for high-demand roles in health informatics.
Course Content
- Strategic Information Systems Planning
- Information Systems Analysis and Design
- Database Management Systems
- Research Methods (incl. Kaupapa Māori research frameworks)
- IT Project Management (incl. Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2)
- Digital Healthcare Design
- Health Analytics (incl. use of AI, data equity and ethics)
- Data Safety in Healthcare Systems
- Capstone Industry Project
Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Psychology, or related disciplines; OR an equivalent overseas qualification.
Applicants without quantitative or analytical subjects must submit a cover letter demonstrating analytical abilities.
Alternative entry: minimum 6 years of relevant experience, including tertiary study at diploma level (NZQA level 6 or above).
English: IELTS 6.5 (Academic) with no band below 6.0 or equivalent approved by NZQA.
Approval by Faculty Lead required.
Build towards these roles
Healthcare Data AnalystHealthcare IT Project ManagerHealthcare Information Security AnalystHealthcare Systems AnalystDigital Healthcare ConsultantHealth Data ManagerClinical Data AnalystTelemedicine SpecialistHealth Informatics ConsultantHealth Information Management
Build skills in these industries
Health InformaticsDigital HealthcareBusiness AnalyticsInformation Technology
Yoobee is a hands-on creative college for learners who want to build real things while they study. Through project-based learning, industry-connected tutors, and studio-style environments, you develop practical creative and digital skills plus a portfolio that shows how you think and what you can do.
