The study examined the knowledge, attitude and readiness of health science students to learn health management at four universities in the Gulf Cooperation Council region: Zayed University, University of Sharjah, Princess Noura Bint Abdul Rahman University and Kuwait University. A total of 307 students were involved from August 2022 to January 2024. Students demonstrated a solid foundational knowledge of health management, but less recognized the connection to epidemiology. Those who had previously taken courses in health systems or economics had greater knowledge, with differences between institutions. Positive attitudes towards management roles were more common among older students and varied by university. Readiness to learn was moderate and higher for students with prior experience. Prior coursework and academic standing influenced both knowledge and attitude. The authors recommend strengthening the curriculum with basic health management content.