Abu dhabi: Khalifa University of Science and Technology and Johns Hopkins University (JHU) Carey Business School have officially entered into an agreement to offer a dual Master's degree programme from Fall 2026, enabling students to earn two globally recognised graduate credentials in Health Care Management and Health Systems Management. This marks a significant step towards advancing healthcare education and global academic collaboration.
According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement allows qualified students to pursue a Master of Science in Health Care Management (MS HCM) from Johns Hopkins Carey Business School in the US, and a Master of Science in Health Systems Management (MS HSMA) from the Department of Management Science and Engineering at Khalifa University in the UAE.
Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President of Khalifa University, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, emphasizing the importance of expanding academic collaboration with globally leading institutions to develop world-class talent for the UAE and beyond. He highlighted that the program pathway is designed for future leaders in healthcare operations, policy, management, and systems innovation in international healthcare environments. Alex Triantis, Dean of Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, echoed this sentiment, stating that the collaboration will open new opportunities for students across the Middle East and contribute to developing the next generation of healthcare leaders.
The dual degree structure enables students to benefit from the faculty, research, and resources of both Khalifa University and Johns Hopkins University. Students interested in joining the program must first gain admission to Khalifa University's Master's programme in Health Care Systems Management, followed by admission to Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. The first cohort is set to begin their studies at JHU in the Fall 2026 semester, with annual enrollment anticipated to be between 10 and 20 students.
Students will be required to complete 30 credits at each institution, with some credits eligible for cross recognition. Khalifa University will accept up to 12 JHU credits toward its Master's degree in Health Systems Management, while JHU will accept up to 10 Khalifa University credits toward its Master's degree in Health Care Management. Upon fulfilling all academic requirements, students will receive both Master's degrees concurrently from JHU and Khalifa University.
The program offers exposure to the US healthcare system through direct engagement with leaders and organisations. It includes two academic pathways: a full-time on-campus option in Baltimore, US, and a one-semester in-person option at JHU Carey, with additional credits delivered online. The remaining coursework will be completed at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi. A part-time online option is also available, allowing working professionals to complete 20 JHU credits online. Both pathways provide an integrated curriculum, student services, career support, and alumni benefits from both universities.
