The LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Financial Analysis is an advanced qualification designed for experienced professionals aiming to specialise in financial management within the healthcare sector. This programme is tailored for learners who wish to enhance their career prospects, deepen their understanding of healthcare finance, and further their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in a dynamic and highly regulated industry.
This qualification equips learners with advanced skills in financial analysis, budgeting, cost management, and strategic decision-making within healthcare organisations. Learners will gain expertise in interpreting complex financial data, evaluating healthcare investments, and implementing strategies that support sustainable, cost-effective, and high-quality healthcare delivery. The programme blends theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring learners can apply financial principles directly to their professional roles.
Centres delivering this qualification are required to maintain high standards of education. This includes employing competent and qualified staff, providing comprehensive learning materials and resources, and creating an environment that fosters learner engagement and success. By adhering to these quality standards, centres ensure that learners receive a professional and supportive learning experience, fully preparing them to take on leadership roles in healthcare financial management.
Enrolling in this programme positions learners at the forefront of healthcare financial strategy, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions, optimise resource allocation, and contribute to the overall efficiency and sustainability of healthcare organisations.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Financial Analysis
Total Units
6
Total Credits
120
GLH
600
Qualification #
LICQ2200820
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Financial Analysis, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200820-1 |
Financial Management in Healthcare |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200820-2 |
Healthcare Accounting and Reporting |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200820-3 |
Strategic Financial Planning and Decision Making |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200820-4 |
Healthcare Economics and Cost Analysis |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200820-5 |
Research Methodologies in Healthcare Finance |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2200820-6 |
Leadership and Governance in Healthcare Finance |
20 |
100 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Financial Management in Healthcare
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Critically evaluate financial management principles and practices within healthcare organisations.
- Develop and manage budgets to ensure efficient resource allocation.
- Analyse financial performance to support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Apply cost-control strategies to improve organisational efficiency and sustainability.
Unit 2: Healthcare Accounting and Reporting
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Prepare, analyse, and interpret financial statements and reports in healthcare settings.
- Apply accounting standards and regulations to ensure compliance and transparency.
- Evaluate financial data to inform organisational planning and reporting processes.
- Develop frameworks for accurate and effective financial record-keeping.
Unit 3: Strategic Financial Planning and Decision Making
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Apply strategic financial planning techniques to support long-term organisational goals.
- Conduct investment appraisals and financial risk assessments.
- Use decision-making tools to evaluate financial options and optimise outcomes.
- Integrate financial strategy with organisational objectives to drive sustainable performance.
Unit 4: Healthcare Economics and Cost Analysis
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Apply economic principles to analyse healthcare systems and financial decisions.
- Conduct cost-benefit, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency analyses for healthcare interventions.
- Critically evaluate resource allocation and policy decisions using economic reasoning.
- Develop strategies to optimise financial and operational efficiency within healthcare organisations.
Unit 5: Research Methodologies in Healthcare Finance
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Design and conduct research using quantitative and qualitative methods in healthcare finance.
- Analyse financial data to generate evidence-based insights and recommendations.
- Critically appraise research literature to inform financial decision-making.
- Apply ethical principles in the collection, analysis, and reporting of financial research.
Unit 6: Leadership and Governance in Healthcare Finance
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
- Evaluate leadership and governance frameworks in healthcare financial management.
- Apply strategic leadership principles to financial decision-making and policy implementation.
- Assess compliance and ethical considerations in healthcare financial operations.
- Lead organisational change initiatives to enhance financial performance and accountability.
This advanced programme is designed for experienced healthcare and finance professionals who want to specialise in healthcare financial analysis and strategic management. The course is ideal for learners who:
- Work as finance managers, accountants, or administrators within healthcare organisations and wish to advance their expertise.
- Are responsible for budgeting, financial reporting, and resource allocation in healthcare settings.
- Aim to develop strategic financial planning and decision-making skills for organisational sustainability.
- Are involved in healthcare policy, economics, or investment appraisal and want to enhance their analytical capabilities.
- Seek to gain an internationally recognised Level 7 qualification to improve career prospects and leadership opportunities.
- Are committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and applying advanced financial practices in their professional roles.
- Wish to lead financial transformation initiatives, optimise organisational efficiency, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
Centres delivering the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Financial Analysis must meet the following requirements to ensure high-quality education and learner success:
- Qualified and Competent Staff: Centres must employ experienced and qualified trainers with expertise in healthcare finance, accounting, financial management, and postgraduate-level teaching. Trainers should be able to deliver both theoretical knowledge and practical application effectively.
- Comprehensive Learning Resources: Centres should provide learners with access to up-to-date study materials, financial software, data analysis tools, and any other resources required to support learning and assessments.
- Modern Learning Environment: Facilities should include well-equipped classrooms, computer labs, and secure IT infrastructure to support practical exercises, simulations, and digital learning.
- Assessment and Feedback Systems: Centres must implement robust assessment procedures, including formative and summative evaluations, to monitor learner progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Support for Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Centres should encourage a learning culture that supports professional growth, reflective practice, and the application of financial knowledge in real-world healthcare scenarios.
- Compliance and Quality Assurance: Centres must adhere to national and international educational standards, maintain accreditation, and ensure that all policies and procedures comply with best practices in learner safety, data protection, and academic integrity.
- Technology and Accessibility: Centres must ensure reliable internet connectivity, access to financial databases and software, and provisions for learners to engage fully with all aspects of the programme.
By meeting these requirements, centres create a professional, supportive, and high-quality learning environment that maximises learner engagement, skill development, and career advancement in healthcare financial analysis.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
