How will you learn?
The MSc of Nursing Administration program aims to adopt student-centered learning approachesby utilizing various interactive teaching strategies throughout the program.The curriculum is delivered through integrated learning methods including, but not limited to the following:
Large-group interactive sessions using:
- Flipped classroom strategies
- Interactive lectures
- Presentation
Small-group interactive sessions using:
- Flipped classroom strategies
- Team -based Learning (TBL)
- Case-based learning
- Tutorials
- Seminars
- Small group discussions
- Panel discussions and debates
- Case Study
Self-directed learning (SDL) using:
- Small-group discussions
- Peer-assisted learning
Clinically based learning sessions using:
- Placement in various clinical settings
- Clinical /Field experience/ laboratory training
- Clinical observation
- Role modeling
- Bedside teaching
- Simulation
- Clinical Portfolio focusing on:
- Patient management
- Workplace based assessment
- Reflective journal
How will you be assessed?
Student assessment during the master program aims to employ a program-wide approach to assessment and evaluation. The approach uses a wide range of tools and modalities in order to assess different learning outcomes and student achievements. Student progress and achievement are gauged using formative (continuous with feedback) assessments, evaluations of suitable assignments, and summative (final) assessments. Two approaches of assessment are utilized in this master program as follows:
1. Direct assessment includes:
Written assessments include, but not limited to the following:
- Multiple choice questions (MCQs; A-type questions with one best answer)
- Short-answer questions (SAQs)
- Long Essay Questions (LEQs).
- Written Assignment (evaluated by rubric)
- Oral Presentation (evaluated by rubric)
- Critical Review (evaluated by rubric)
- Research Proposal (evaluated by rubric)
Clinical assessments include, but not limited to the following:
- Portfolio including case-based discussion, assignments, students prepared presentation, professional code of conduct.
- Workplace based assessment.
2. Indirect assessment includes
- Students surveys include
- Course Evaluation Survey (CES).
- Student Experience Survey (SES).
- Program Evaluation Survey (PES).
- Student Satisfaction Survey.
- Students’ Satisfaction on Assessment Methods Survey.
- Teaching Staff Evaluation Survey.
- Employer Satisfaction Survey
- Program Learning Outcomes Satisfaction Survey
- Course Learning Outcomes Evaluation Survey
Careers Overview
The program prepares students for managerial positions. Nurse Specialist (Nursing administration) is the title that will be awarded by Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFS) after they fulfill the required experience.
Job Prospects
The Master of Nursing Administration can lead to a wide range of leadership and management roles in healthcare, especially in nursing and hospital administration as follows:
- Nurse Manager / Unit Manager
- Chief Nursing Officer
- Clinical Nurse Leader
- Healthcare Administrator / Hospital Administrator
- Quality Improvement Manager
- Researcher at doctorate level
- Academic position
Career Advice
Learning is a lifelong endeavor. Nursing administration career is necessary for Nursing professionals to do their job effectively. All students are invited and encouraged to constantly meet with career counselors assigned by the Student Career and Alumni Unit (SCAU). Student career counseling is a process that helps students to know and understand their skills, abilities, and interests, and how it relates to the workplace in order to make an appropriate decision concerning their future career path. It is a dynamic and collaborative process between a faculty staff member and student, focused on the student’s needs and goals.
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