Program Overview

Executive Master's in Healthcare Administration

Overview

The Executive Master's in Healthcare Administration is a specialized graduate program designed for professionals who want to advance their careers in healthcare management and leadership. This program focuses on equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to efficiently and effectively manage healthcare organizations and improve patient care delivery.

Types

• Executive Master

Location

• Hybrid

Credits

• 31

Cost

• $549/credit hour

Program Description

The Executive Master of Science in Healthcare Administration online degree program offers a practice-enabled online learning model to emphasize an understanding of the conceptual, analytical, and real-world experiences needed to manage contemporary healthcare organizations. If you have been looking for a relevant executive format MHA degree to help build the healthcare management and leadership skills for the healthcare industry, this executive master’s in healthcare administration program is right for you.

By the Numbers

• Average Salary: $104,830
• Industry Growth: 28%
• In KY, Affordable Master's: #1
• Student-Focused: 100%

Programs & Requirements

Executive Master's in Healthcare Administration

This executive master of healthcare administration will prepare you to achieve and sustain exceptional healthcare delivery at the organizational level. You will explore relevant healthcare theories and practices. You will work on developing application-based skills for efficiently running companies in the healthcare industry. You will develop professional skills for teamwork, communication, and collaboration with a focus in health service environments.

Curriculum

• BADM 532 - Organizational Behavior
• BADM 544 - Application of AI in Healthcare
• BADM 670 - Digital Health and Analytics
• BACC 661 - Healthcare Accounting
• BADM 663 - Healthcare Marketing
• BADM 664 - Healthcare Finance
• BADM 665 - Healthcare Policy and Economics
• BADM 667 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare Administration
• BADM 668 - Strategic Management in Healthcare Administration
• BADM 662 - Customer Satisfaction Measurement

Capstone Course

• Choose from two courses (1 credit hour) to round out the required credit hours needed for your Master of Science program.
• BADM 699 - Capstone
• INTR 599 – Applied Learning Practicum

Executive Student Resources

• UC's Department of International Graduate Services enjoys providing support resources for our international students. Find tutorials and information regarding offices and policies for the International Graduate Students and programs.

Executive Program Format

• Our Executive Programs include hybrid course days designed for international graduate students studying in the U.S., or domestic students seeking a hybrid-format program.
• We strive to incorporate professional experience and real-world application of course curriculum into our programs to enhance the learning experience.
• Practical Training is an integral part of program coursework and available to all students.

Residency FAQs

• What are the residency weekend dates?
• Residency Session dates are determined by the course that you are registered for.
• Will I attend residency sessions for the same amount of time?
• Even though we will only be meeting one weekend per semester, we will have the same number of contact hours with you.
• How do I know which residency to go to?
• You can view your semester schedule in your self-service portal in your Student Profile.
• Are all three days mandatory?
• Yes, all three days are mandatory, and requests to arrive late or leave early will not be approved.

Mission & Goals

• The mission of this online Executive Master’s in Healthcare Administration is to prepare you for an effective career in health services administrative positions.
• Develop advanced knowledge of present-day healthcare theories and practices
• Gain application-based skills to advance opportunities in healthcare leadership
• Effectively communicate, interact, and collaborate in a changing healthcare environment
• Resolve ethical and business healthcare issues
• Apply research-based strategies across business functional administrative areas

Career Outcomes

• Medical & Health Services Managers: $104,830
• Administrative Services & Facilities Managers: $101,870
• Medical Records Specialist: $47,180
• Medical Transcriptionists: $34,730
• Health Information Technologists & Medical Registrars: $58,250
• C-Suite Executives: $100,090

FAQs

• What is an executive master's in healthcare administration?
• An executive master's in healthcare administration (Executive MHA) is a specialized graduate program designed for professionals who want to advance their careers in healthcare management and leadership.
• How long does an executive master's in healthcare administration take?
• The program typically requires 31 credit hours and can be completed in about 12-18 months, depending on whether the student is studying full-time or part-time.
• Can I get an executive master's in healthcare administration online?
• Yes, many programs offer a hybrid format that combines online coursework with in-person sessions.

Executive Program Admission Requirements

• All students in our executive programs are required to meet a standard set of admissions requirements for graduate students.

Faculty Experts in Healthcare Administration

• Learn more about the professors you will interact with.
• Dr. Geremy Harper
• Dr. Hannah Bolinsky
• Dr. Steve Horan