Program Overview

Program Overview

Healthcare Management

Advance your career and prepare for in-demand leadership roles in health systems with our flexible bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management.

Program Description

Empower yourself with the skills and knowledge to excel as a healthcare leader. Our online bachelor's in healthcare management prepares you to lead with confidence in various healthcare settings, including clinics, hospitals, long-term care, health units, insurance providers, and more. You will make an impact on the quality and delivery of healthcare services.

Our program prepares students for the specific challenges of the healthcare industry by equipping them with a versatile skill set that bridges traditional business acumen with healthcare-specific knowledge to navigate the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. You'll gain a strong foundation in:

• Healthcare Leadership and Management
• Healthcare Policy and Regulations
• Financial Management in Healthcare
• Healthcare Operations and Quality Improvement
• Human Resource Management in Healthcare

Fast-Track Your Career Growth

Our accelerated online format is tailored to busy working adults seeking to fast-track their career advancement in healthcare. Our program equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in healthcare organizations.

Earn Credits by Leveraging Your Experience

We recognize the value of your existing healthcare knowledge and professional accomplishments. Our program allows you to earn credit for prior learning and professional experience through our portfolio review process.

Leap Ahead with our Healthcare Management Bachelor to MBA Track

Maximize your journey without extra time or cost - seize the dual advantage! Earn up to 25% of your MBA credits, applying directly to your Bachelor's.

We offer the unique opportunity to kick-start your graduate journey by taking up to nine (9) credits in our Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership (MAOL) programs. These programs offer concentrations in healthcare management and leadership.

St. Kate’s Reputation in Healthcare

St. Kate's has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence in healthcare, providing students with a rigorous and comprehensive education that prepares them for success in the dynamic field of healthcare management.

Program at a Glance

• Classes meet: Online
• Time to completion: 21-24 months
• Credits for major: 37-43
• Cost per credit (2025–2026): $475
• Start: Fall, Spring, or Summer

Accreditation

St. Catherine University has a strong reputation for academic excellence. Our healthcare management program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Career Outcomes

Thriving Job Market

Driven by an aging population, complex healthcare systems, and a focus on cost-efficiency, a demand for healthcare management professionals equipped with leadership, financial acumen, strategic thinking, and data analysis skills is growing. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 28% growth in healthcare management positions from 2022 to 2032.

The healthcare management program at St. Catherine University prepares students for healthcare leadership, management, administration, policy analysis, and strategic decision-making roles. Whether you're seeking roles in companies, clinics, hospitals, public health organizations, non-profits, or private practice, our comprehensive curriculum prepares you to excel.

In an ever-expanding healthcare industry, career opportunities abound for those equipped with the right skills and educational background. Minnesota stands at the forefront of healthcare innovation and excellence, offering a wealth of employment prospects across various healthcare dimensions.