Doctor of Medicine (MD) / Master of Business Administration (MBA) Dual Degree Program
Duration: 5 Year(s)
UC Irvine School of Medicine, Irvine
Irvine, California, USA
Course TypeIntegrated (Dual Degree)
Course Specialty
Healthcare Management
Affiliation
University of California (UCI) - Irvine
Overview
The MD/MBA dual degree program at UC Irvine is a comprehensive program designed for students who aim to combine medical training with business and leadership expertise in healthcare. It integrates the Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the School of Medicine with the Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Paul Merage School of Business, enabling students to develop both clinical competence and managerial skills. The program typically spans 5 years and is intended for highly motivated individuals who want to take on leadership roles in hospitals, healthcare organizations, biotech firms, and policy sectors. Students follow a combined curriculum where they complete core medical education along with business subjects such as healthcare management, finance, strategy, and innovation. This dual training prepares graduates to become physician-leaders capable of improving healthcare systems, managing organizations, and driving innovation in the medical field.
Admission Intake
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Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
No stipend is provided, as this is a dual degree (MD + MBA) program and not a salaried residency or fellowship; students are required to pay tuition for both programs
Accomodation:
At Your Own
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree with science prerequisites (Biology, Chemistry, etc.)
- Must qualify and be admitted to the MD (Doctor of Medicine) program first
- Valid MCAT score required for MD admission
- Good academic standing during medical school (MD program)
- Completion of USMLE Step 1 before MBA application
- Letters of recommendation, personal statement, and interview (for MD admission)
- Demonstrated interest in healthcare leadership/management
Minimum Education
Bachelor Degree
Admission Process:
- Apply to the MD program via AMCAS (Medical College Application Service)
- Get selected and enroll in UC Irvine School of Medicine (MD program)
- During 2nd year of MD, apply for the MD/MBA dual program
- Submit application to Paul Merage School of Business (MBA)
- GMAT usually waived (MCAT + MD performance + USMLE Step 1 considered)
- Application reviewed by both School of Medicine and Business School
- Final selection based on academic performance, leadership potential, and career goals
- MBA coursework typically starts after 3rd year of MD
