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Master Healthcare Administration

IT'S YOUR TIME to transform lives. 

Every decision in healthcare ripples through countless lives. With our Master of Management (M.M.) specialization in Healthcare Administration, you’ll develop the vision and skills to lead meaningful change – not just within organizations, but across the communities they serve.

 

What is a Master of Management specialization in Healthcare Administration?

The healthcare industry is at a critical juncture, where innovation and technology are transforming how care is delivered and managed. This M.M. specialization in Healthcare Administration prepares leaders to tackle the industry's most pressing challenges—from workforce retention to data-driven decision-making—all while navigating a landscape of rapid growth and opportunity.

With no prior healthcare experience required, this program combines practical case studies, hands-on assignments, and a focus on real-world challenges, empowering graduates to make meaningful impacts in one of the worldʼs most vital industries.

 

What are the course requirements? 

To complete your Master of Management with a Healthcare Administration specialization, you will need to take three of the following four courses in addition to the 10 core management courses:

Structure and Economics of the U.S. Healthcare System

Decode the complexities of healthcare economics and policy. You'll explore how money flows through the system and how changes in policy ripple through organizations. Through real examples, you'll learn to navigate – and influence – this evolving landscape.

Management of Healthcare Organizations

Master the art of leading in healthcare's unique environment. From building strong teams to optimizing revenue cycles, you'll learn to balance the human and financial sides of healthcare delivery.

Data Analysis for Healthcare Management

Turn information into insight. You'll learn to work with healthcare data in ways that improve decision-making and patient outcomes. No prior analytics experience needed – just bring your curiosity and drive to make things better.

Healthcare Finance

Make the numbers work for your mission. Through hands-on practice with financial modeling, you'll learn to make decisions that keep your organization financially healthy while serving its community.

 

What makes this program special?

Online-First Learning

This program is built to ensure that its online classes are not merely attempting to recreate the in-person experience but truly leverage the strengths of online learning. Students are able to enjoy the flexibility of remote coursework and engage with students at other leading institutions, bolstering their professional networks for the future.

Holistic Approach to Healthcare Leadership

This M.M. specialization is designed to address the unique complexities of the healthcare ecosystem, blending policy, finance, operations, and patient care. Courses like "Structure and Economics of the U.S. Healthcare System" and "Management of Healthcare Organizations" equip students to lead with both financial expertise and human-centered strategy.

Interdisciplinary Skill Development

This program is a comprehensive leadership development experience designed to balance financial performance with ethical decision-making, data visualization, and policy navigation in healthcare. It bridges disciplines to prepare graduates as innovators who drive meaningful change and align organizational goals with patient needs

 

Are there jobs in Healthcare Administration? 

Yes! Administrators, consultants, and executives in healthcare organizations play a critical role in improving patient outcomes, streamlining operations, and driving financial performance, with salaries reflecting the strategic importance of these roles.

- $105,000 (With Experience)

A Hospital Administrator oversees the day-to-day operations of a hospital or healthcare facility, ensuring efficient delivery of services while managing budgets, staff, and resources. They implement policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop strategies to improve patient care, operational efficiency, and financial performance.

- $165,000 (With Experience)

A Healthcare Consultant advises organizations on improving efficiency, optimizing operations, and enhancing patient care within the healthcare industry. They analyze processes, identify challenges, and develop tailored strategies to address issues such as cost management, regulatory compliance, and organizational performance.

- $207,000 (With Experience)

A Director of Healthcare Operations oversees the administrative and operational functions of a healthcare organization, ensuring smooth workflows, efficient resource allocation, and compliance with regulations. They develop and implement strategies to improve patient care, optimize processes, and achieve organizational goals.

Healthcare Start-Up Founder - Variable (With Experience)

A Healthcare Start-Up Founder identifies gaps in the healthcare industry and develops innovative solutions to address them, often leveraging technology or new business models. They oversee all aspects of launching and scaling their venture, including strategy, product development, funding, and building partnerships, with the goal of improving patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.

- $331,000 (Healthcare)

A Healthcare CFO oversees the financial operations of a healthcare organization, ensuring fiscal stability while navigating the unique challenges of the healthcare industry. They manage budgets, analyze financial performance, develop strategic plans for growth, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and reimbursement systems.

 

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