Bachelor of Nursing (Management & Education)
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Nursing (Management & Education) is a post-registration degree designed for experienced registered nurses moving into nursing leadership, management, and education roles. The program develops advanced competencies in health services management, nursing education, curriculum design, staff development, and healthcare quality improvement relevant to PNG's health system.
Graduates are prepared to take on ward management, nursing education, and senior health administration roles in hospitals, health authorities, and nursing training institutions across Papua New Guinea.
Entry Requirements
Applicants for the Bachelor of Nursing (Management & Education) must meet the following requirements:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse in Papua New Guinea.
- A Diploma in General Nursing or equivalent nursing qualification.
- Relevant clinical and/or supervisory experience in nursing practice or health administration.
- Satisfaction of the University's admission requirements for post-registration nursing programs.
Career Opportunities
Bachelor of Nursing (Management & Education) graduates take on nurse administrator and nurse educator roles in provincial and national health institutions across Papua New Guinea. These graduates lead ward teams, manage nursing services, develop curricula, and train future generations of nurses — contributing directly to the strengthening of PNG's health workforce.