Program Overview

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Online MHA - Master of Health Administration Program

The Online Master of Health Administration (MHA) program is designed to prepare individuals for leadership and management roles in the health industry. This program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in health administration and management positions within hospitals, healthcare systems, clinics, and other healthcare organizations.

Program Overview

The Online MHA program is a part-time, online program that takes seven terms or about 28 months to complete. The program is CAHME-accredited and designed for working professionals. Students have access to NYU Wagner's robust resources and distinguished faculty, along with innovative online tools and instructional methods.

Program Objectives

The program objectives include:

• Championing equity in healthcare
• Being a catalyst for change in the healthcare industry
• Learning from top healthcare leaders
• Experiencing unwavering student support

Curriculum

The curriculum includes:

• In-Person Immersion in NYC
• Faculty who are renowned scholars, researchers, and practitioners
• A culminating team project that accesses a state-of-the-art healthcare system simulation

Admissions

Admission Requirements

To apply to the Online MHA program, visit the How To Apply page to learn more about the admission requirements.

GRE or GMAT

Taking the GRE or GMAT is optional for applying to the Online MHA program. Applicants are encouraged to submit scores if they believe it will strengthen their applications.

FAQs

What is a Master's in Health Administration?

A Master's in Health Administration (MHA) is a graduate-level degree program designed to prepare individuals for leadership and management roles in the health industry.

Is an MHA degree worth it?

Whether or not pursuing a Master's in Health Administration (MHA) degree is worth it depends on your career goals, interests, and the specific context of your situation.

What can you do with an MHA?

A Master's in Health Administration (MHA) opens up a wide range of career opportunities for healthcare administration jobs, including:

• Hospital Administrator/Health Service Manager
• Clinic Manager
• Healthcare Consultant
• Healthcare Policy Analyst
• Health Information Manager/Director
• Healthcare Quality Improvement Specialist
• Long-Term Care Administrator
• Healthcare Finance Manager
• Healthcare Operations Manager
• Managed Care Executive
• Healthcare IT Manager/Director
• Healthcare Marketing and Public Relations Manager
• Healthcare Researcher
• Academic/Teaching Roles
• Nonprofit Healthcare Leadership
• Healthcare Entrepreneur

How long does it take to get an MHA degree?

The Online MHA program takes seven terms or about 28 months to complete.

Do you need to take the GRE for a Master of Health Administration?

Taking the GRE or GMAT is optional for applying to the Online MHA program.

What are the admission requirements for a Master's in Healthcare Administration?

Visit the How To Apply page to learn more about the admission requirements.

How hard is it to get an MHA?

Students who are interested in obtaining the MHA have a strong passion to tackle the challenges of healthcare today. They are dedicated to achieving their career goals, and turning their areas of improvements into strengths as they launch their careers. NYU Wagner has a variety of resources to help students excel.