In a major step towards strengthening the administrative and leadership capacity of healthcare professionals in Nigeria, the Lagos State University (LASU) has announced the commencement of a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Programme in Hospital Administration and Management for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The programme is being organized by LASU Consult Limited in collaboration with the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), Ikeja, and aims to bridge the gap between medical expertise and effective hospital management in Nigeria’s evolving health sector.
This new academic offering is designed for graduates and working professionals seeking to gain advanced administrative knowledge, leadership skills, and modern management principles applicable to hospitals and healthcare facilities.
About the Programme
The Postgraduate Diploma in Hospital Administration and Management is a one-year intensive academic programme focused on providing students with a deep understanding of hospital operations, health economics, leadership, and healthcare policy implementation.
It will combine classroom instruction with real-world exposure at LASUTH, enabling students to learn directly from experienced hospital administrators and industry practitioners.
The programme reflects LASU’s mission to offer qualitative education tailored to meet societal and industrial needs, particularly in areas such as healthcare delivery, administration, and management.
Programme Objectives
The major objectives of the PGD in Hospital Administration and Management include:
- Equipping healthcare professionals with essential leadership and managerial skills for effective hospital and health service delivery.
- Providing theoretical and practical understanding of administrative structures in hospitals and health institutions.
- Improving healthcare system performance through the training of competent administrators who can handle human, financial, and material resources efficiently.
- Bridging the gap between healthcare providers and policy implementers by fostering a deeper understanding of health management systems.
Admission Requirements
The university has set flexible but high academic standards for applicants seeking admission into the programme.
To be eligible, candidates must possess any of the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree Holders:
- Applicants must hold a degree in Science, Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, Pharmacy, Humanities, or Social Sciences from a recognized institution.
- Candidates must have five (5) credit passes at the O’Level, including English Language and Mathematics.
- HND Holders:
- Applicants with a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Social Sciences, Management Sciences, or Sciences are also eligible.
- They must equally possess five (5) credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and other relevant subjects.
- Mature Candidates:
- Candidates with a minimum of three (3) O’Level credits who can demonstrate relevant professional experience may be considered under special circumstances.
Programme Duration
The PGD in Hospital Administration and Management will run for one (1) academic session, offering both theoretical and practical modules that blend management science with healthcare realities.
Classes will be held within LASUTH, Ikeja — providing students with firsthand exposure to hospital systems and professional health management environments.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants are invited to obtain their application forms at the:
Workforce Planning and Recruitment Unit, MRC Building, LASUTH, Ikeja, Lagos.
The application fee is Ten Thousand Naira (₦10,000) only.
Applicants are to complete the form and submit it along with:
- Photocopies of academic credentials,
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV),
- Two (2) recent passport photographs (white background), and
- Any other relevant supporting documents.
Screening and Selection Process
All applicants will be required to undergo a Computer-Based Test (CBT) as part of the screening process.
Successful candidates from the CBT will proceed to the oral interview stage, during which they will be required to present their original certificates and credentials for verification.
Only candidates who successfully pass both stages of the selection process will be offered admission into the programme.
Important Notice
LASU warns all applicants to beware of fraudulent individuals or agents who claim to have influence over the admission process.
All payments must be made only through the approved channels indicated during the official application process. The university will not be held responsible for any payment made to unauthorized accounts or individuals.
Application Deadline
The application window is open for six (6) weeks from the date of publication.
Given the official release date of November 6, 2025, the application will close on December 18, 2025.
Interested candidates are strongly advised to complete and submit their forms before the deadline, as late entries may not be considered.
Why This Programme Is Important
The health sector in Nigeria continues to face administrative challenges that affect efficiency and quality of care. Many hospitals struggle with leadership and managerial shortcomings that hinder service delivery.
LASU’s PGD in Hospital Administration and Management seeks to address these issues by producing graduates who are not only health professionals but also skilled managers capable of transforming healthcare institutions into more effective, patient-centered systems.
This programme is particularly valuable for:
- Healthcare practitioners (nurses, doctors, pharmacists) seeking administrative advancement.
- Public health workers interested in leadership and policy roles.
- Non-medical professionals aiming to transition into healthcare management.
- Hospital administrators looking to update their skills in line with modern management trends.
