Program Overview
Touro University Worldwide's online Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MHA) equips students with the knowledge and skills to excel in the business side of healthcare. The program offers a flexible one-year completion option and includes core courses in healthcare systems, ethics, and management, as well as concentration options in Operations Management and Health Informatics. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and physician group practices.
Program Outline
Degree Overview
The online Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree at Touro University Worldwide prepares students with foundational knowledge, analytical prowess, and management skills to enter or advance in the business side of healthcare organizations. Students have the option to complete this online MHA degree program in one calendar year.
Outline
The TUW online Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree comprises 12 courses (9 core courses and 3 concentration courses) for a total of 36 credits.
Core Courses:
- MHA 600: Introduction to Healthcare Administration
- MHA 602: Organizational Theory and Behavior
- MHA 604: US Healthcare Systems
- MHA 606: Ethical and Legal Implications for Healthcare Administration
- MHA 608: Health Information Systems
- MHA 610: Public and Economic Policy for Healthcare Administration
- MHA 612: Epidemiology and Healthcare Administration
- MHA 614: Introduction to Biostatistics
- MHA 699: Capstone
Concentration Courses:
Operations Management (9 semester credits):
- MHA 601: Marketing and Communications for Healthcare Administration
- MHA 603: Financial Management for Healthcare Administration
- MHA 605: Application of Management Strategies for Healthcare Administration
Health Informatics (9 semester credits):
- MHA 607: Health Informatics
- MHA 609: Health Data Analytics
Careers:
Graduates can work in various medical facilities including hospitals, clinics, physician group practices, and outpatient centers. Potential job titles include Hospital Administrator, Community Clinic Manager, School Health Services Manager, Physician Group Practice Manager, and Department Manager. Graduates are prepared for a successful career in this in-demand field.
