The First-Level Master’s Degree in Case/Care Management in Hospitals and in the Community for Healthcare Professions, part of the Healthcare Master’s program at the University of Parma, is designed for healthcare professionals who want to acquire advanced skills in managing care pathways. The program focuses on integrating hospital care with community-based services, promoting continuity of care, efficiency, and a person-centered approach.
The Master’s program prepares professionals who can:
- manage complex clinical-care pathways in hospitals and community settings through an integrated, multidisciplinary approach;
- promote continuity of care, patient and family involvement, and coordination among institutional stakeholders;
- apply methods and tools for assessment, research, and practice improvement;
- communicate effectively within teams and interprofessional processes;
- interpret and contribute to the organizational development of healthcare services.
The program combines interactive lectures, workshops, seminars, and project work. The internship can take place in hospitals, community settings, or accredited facilities through formal agreements. The program lasts 13 months, offers 60 places, and will start in March 2026. Teaching will be delivered primarily online, with synchronous streaming classes held every other week, allowing participants to balance study and work.
Applications are already open and will close on January 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM. This Master’s offers a valuable opportunity for those who wish to strengthen their skills, take on coordination roles, and become active players in the processes of organizational innovation in healthcare.