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Master of Science in Healthcare Management

The Master of Science in Healthcare Management program at Michigan State University provides healthcare professionals with the vital skills needed for optimal business performance in the complex healthcare landscape. The interdisciplinary curriculum focuses on collaboration, evidence-based decision making, and strategic thinking.

Overview

• The M.S. in Healthcare Management is offered in five-week modules with 24/7 access to an interactive learning environment.
• No campus visits are required, meaning students can pursue their degree while maintaining professional commitments.
• The program is approximately 21 months long, consisting of 34 credits.
• It features a collaborative learning environment led by MSUs renowned faculty and healthcare industry experts.

Curriculum

Required Courses

• HCM 801: Critical Thinking and Innovation in Healthcare
• HCM 802: Cost Analysis in Healthcare
• HCM 804: Financial Management in Healthcare
• HCM 805: Quality, Risk, and Performance Management
• HCM 806: Healthcare Information Systems
• HCM 807: Law and Ethics in Healthcare
• HCM 808: Healthcare Systems and Economic Policy
• HCM 809: Organizational Behavior in Healthcare
• HCM 810: Human Resource Management in Healthcare
• HCM 811: Healthcare Strategic Management
• HCM 812: Supply Chain Management in Healthcare
• HCM 813: Healthcare Services Marketing
• HCM 814: Hospitality and the Patient Experience
• HCM 815: Managerial Epidemiology and Population Health
• HCM 825: Analytics in Healthcare

Capstone Course

• HCM 816: Healthcare Management Capstone
  • The capstone class integrates the coursework, skills, and perspectives in the program in a project, paper, or practicum.

Tuition

• Cost per credit hour: $1,000
• Total credits needed: 34 credits
• Total tuition: Determined by the University and subject to change.

Admission Requirements

• Ideal candidates should be currently employed full-time or have been employed in the healthcare industry for at least 3 years.
• A 4-year bachelors degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution is required.
• A cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 3.00 in the last two years of the program is required.
• Applicants must submit a $100 non-refundable application submission and transcript fee, all required application documents, transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose.

Industry Advisory Board

• The M.S. in Healthcare Management program incorporates the professional knowledge of healthcare industry experts through the HCM Industry Advisory Board.
• Board members contribute career insights, expert perspective, program improvement advice, and philanthropic support.

What You'll Learn

• The program addresses the study, application, and research of healthcare management within a solid business framework.
• The interdisciplinary curriculum grounds students in healthcare-specific courses such as economics, law, information systems, marketing, supply chain management, human resource management, strategic decision making, analysis, and planning.

Graduate Certificates

• MSU provides two specialized graduate certificate programs: the Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Compliance and the Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Leadership.
• Both programs can be completed in ten credit hours, with four required courses and the choice of one (or more) elective.

Career Opportunities

• The demand for professionals with healthcare and business knowledge is high.
• The M.S. in Healthcare Management is designed to transform healthcare professionals into tomorrows leaders and help provide a path for career advancement.
• Professionals throughout the industry should enroll, including experienced healthcare managers, doctors, nurses, mental health professionals, and allied health professionals.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a Masters in Healthcare Management, and how does it differ from an MHA or MBA in Healthcare?
  • Michigan States Masters in Healthcare Management is a 100% online, 34-credit, non-thesis masters degree designed to build leadership and business acumen specifically for healthcare settings.
• Is a masters in healthcare management worth it?
  • Yes, the Masters in Healthcare Management program equips professionals with essential leadership, strategic, and operational skills tailored to healthcare systems, offering a targeted pathway to advancement.
• What jobs can I get with a masters in healthcare management?
  • Graduates commonly pursue jobs such as medical and health services manager, healthcare consultant, department administrator, or operations manager in hospitals, clinics, payers, or health systems.