International Master in Healthcare & Life Sciences Innovation and Management
Overview
Healthcare and life sciences stand at the forefront of human progress, shaping innovations that improve and save lives. Today, success in this field requires not only scientific expertise but also the ability to transform bold ideas into real-world solutions that impact patients, communities, and society at large. It’s a sector where innovation meets purpose, driving change across pharma, medtech, biotechnology, and beyond.
Ready to build a career in this vital industry? Your journey begins here with our International Master in Healthcare & Life Sciences Innovation and Management — a programme designed to empower you to lead across the entire value chain, from research and development to operations, supply chain, and market access.
In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare ecosystem, leaders must combine technical knowledge, strategic insight, and an entrepreneurial mindset to navigate complexity and deliver impact. Throughout the programme, you will collaborate with industry experts, engage in hands-on projects, and immerse yourself in an ecosystem where academia, business, and innovation converge.
Are you ready to shape the future of healthcare and life sciences? Download our brochure to discover how the International Master in Healthcare & Life Sciences Innovation and Management can open doors to a meaningful and impactful career.
Is it right for me?
You are an ideal candidate if you:
Please note that we’ve designed this program for recent graduates with ideally no more than 3 years of work experience. If you have more experience, you might also like to take a look at our International MBA programs.
Why choose this master?
The International Master in Healthcare & Life Sciences Innovation and Management stands out for the following reasons:
Programme structure
Our International Master in Healthcare & Life Sciences Innovation and Management is a 12-month Master programme offered by POLIMI Graduate School of Management.
At POLIMI GSoM your learning journey goes beyond lectures and textbook as we have designed a transformational path that will allow you to embark on a journey towards professional and personal fulfillment.
Start and End of courses may vary.
Want to learn what hands-on activities await you? Find out more by downloading our brochure.
Our services
Throughout your journey you will have the chance to be inspired by the vibrant cultural atmosphere of Milan, Italy. You will be able to enjoy leisure activities while immersing yourself in one of the most important centres worldwide for international business, with a rich entrepreneurial network that also serves as a backdrop to some of the most important international events.
To enable you to do so, we offer you a wide range of services to ease your path as you settle into your life in a new city and live the POLIMI GSoM experience. Discover all our services, ranging from housing to Italian courses by consulting the following ranging from housing to Italian courses by consulting the following website
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Admissions
Please note that we process applications on a rolling basis, which means that they may close even before the deadlines. Our limited number of seats available in the class means the sooner you apply, the better.
If you are a non-EU candidate, we recommend that you apply at least 3 months before the program starts, to leave enough time for a Verification Statement of your degree and to apply for your student visa.
1. ACTIVATE YOUR APPLICATION AND SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS
Fill in the form at apply.gsom.polimi.it and upload these documents:
- your CV in English
- university transcripts/mark sheets
- bachelor’s/master’s degree (if already available at the time of the application)
- copy of your passport or ID
- digital picture
- letter of reference (if already available at the time of the application)
- motivation letter
- Financial Aid Essay (if you’re applying for one of our tuition fee reductions)
- English proficiency certificate: IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC or equivalent (if already available at the time of the application)
- Pay the Application Fee (EUR €100)
2. SCREENING
We will let you know if you have been selected for a Motivational Interview in English, which we will do online.
Fees and Benefits
The programme costs €25.000. These costs cover the entire length of our programme, but they do not include living and travel expenses. A reduced fee of €13,000 is available for students who have graduated from Politecnico di Milano with a Master of Science degree, no more than 3 years before enrolling in the Master.
We at POLIMI GSoM have partnered with Flywire to accept payments from international students worldwide.
Applicants for the Specialising Masters can apply for fee reductions. These are given out on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s a good idea to apply early. If you’d like financial aid, you need to request it when you submit your application form – please note that late requests for financial aid won’t be considered.
Please note that we don’t offer full scholarships, and that the DSU and other scholarships offered by Politecnico di Milano and the Italian Government cannot be used for POLIMI GSoM’s programmes.
Hear from our Ambassadors
If you are looking to get in contact with someone who has faced the selection process and completed the programme, then get in touch with our Ambassadors.
They will be more than happy to help you figure out the Master’s professional objectives and give you all the information and insights that you might need before starting your application process.
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