Program Overview
Duquesne University's online Master of Health Administration (MHA) program equips students with the skills and knowledge for advanced leadership roles in healthcare administration. The CAHME-accredited program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering management, policy, and quality improvement, with optional concentrations in Health Informatics and Data Analytics, Healthcare Compliance and Risk Management, or Population Health. Taught by world-renowned faculty, the program provides experiential learning opportunities and prepares graduates for a variety of leadership roles in healthcare organizations, with a 100% job placement rate and a median salary of $75,000.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Program Content: The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program at Duquesne University equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for advanced leadership roles in healthcare administration. This fully online and CAHME-accredited program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering management, policy, and quality improvement.
- Program Structure and Course Schedule: The MHA program consists of 14 courses (42 credits), which can be completed in as little as 16 months. Students take foundational courses in areas such as healthcare systems, managerial accounting, health services research methods, human resources management, marketing and strategic planning, economics and policy, healthcare law and ethics, and health information systems. In addition, students can choose to specialize in one of three concentrations: Health Informatics and Data Analytics, Healthcare Compliance and Risk Management, or Population Health. Each concentration has two specialized courses in its curriculum.
Teaching:
- Teaching Methods: Courses are taught fully online, offering flexibility for students who are working or have other commitments.
- Faculty: The MHA program is taught by world-renowned faculty who are actively involved in the healthcare industry. Their expertise ensures that students receive the most up-to-date knowledge and real-world insights. They are committed to engaging students by promoting student discourse both inside and outside the classroom. The instructors will provide students with individualized guidance.
- Unique Approaches: In addition to traditional coursework, the MHA program offers experiential learning opportunities through internships, residencies, and research projects. These experiences allow students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings and build connections with potential employers
Careers:
- Career Paths Graduates of the MHA program are prepared for a variety of leadership roles in healthcare organizations, from small clinics to large hospitals. Potential career paths include: * Hospital or Healthcare Director * Health Policy Analyst * Health Care Insurance Manager * Consultant, Health Services Management * Clinical Operations Manager
- **Job Placement Statistics.
- Median Salary Median salary of $75,000