Master of Healthcare Administration

Take your place as a leader helping improve and reimagine healthcare with this master’s in healthcare administration from UMass Global. The Master of Healthcare Administration degree prepares you to develop, plan, and manage healthcare operations and services within various healthcare systems.

Become a Leader in the Vital World of Healthcare

Through 100 percent online coursework, the UMass Global Master of Healthcare Administration prepares current and emerging healthcare professionals with operational, innovative, and strategic business skills required to lead the healthcare industry that is facing rising costs and an aging population. This master’s in healthcare administration will position you to take advantage of the strong projected growth in healthcare administration positions through the end of this decade.
  • Develop Essential Skills

    This master’s in healthcare administration develops soft skills such as problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking, which are essential for effective healthcare administrators.

  • Textbooks Are Included

    To reduce the financial burden to earn your master’s in healthcare administration, we’ve included all required textbooks for free.

  • Ability to Specialize

    Choose three electives to further specialize in areas such as business intelligence and data analytics, information technology, human resources, or others.

  • Real-World Issues

    Curriculum is built upon real-world case studies and is delivered by professors who are also working in the field.

  • Workplace-Relevant Curricula

    Our Master of Healthcare Administration has been designed to be instantly relevant in the healthcare universe and is aligned with CAHME requirements.

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Spring I (Jan 6, 2025)

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$730/Credit

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    Admission Requirements

    Applicants for this master's degree program must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:

    • Completed application
    • 2.75 grade point average (GPA)
    • Official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions where baccalaureate and/or post-baccalaureate coursework was completed or attempted
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    Only credits from regionally accredited institutions may be accepted in transfer. Failure to report any previous academic work at another college or university may be considered a violation of academic integrity.

    Graduate Level Exams

    Most of UMass Global’s Master Degree programs do not require a graduate level exam; however, there are a few that do. For detailed information about which UMass Global programs have graduate exam and minimum test score requirements, please reference the University of Massachusetts Global Catalog.

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    Master of Healthcare Administration Program Curriculum

    Students pursing the Master of Healthcare Administration can transfer in up to 9 credit hours. We encourage you to explore your transfer credit opportunities with your academic advisor.

    • The Healthcare Administration program consists of two segments. The first segment is the 27-credit core; the second segment is the 9 credit elective area.

      Code Course Name Credits
      OLCU 501 Organizational Research 3
      HAUU 640 Foundations of Healthcare Administration 3
      HAUU 641 Healthcare Law and Ethics 3
      HAUU 642 Health Information Systems and Technology 3
      HAUU 643 Analytics in Healthcare Management 3
      HAUU 644 Strategic Planning and Marketing for Healthcare Organizations 3
      HAUU 645 Healthcare Financial Management 3
      HAUU 651 Healthcare Quality and Safety 3
      HAUU 652 Healthcare Management Professional Practice 3
      Core Requirements Subtotal 27
      Electives
      MHA students may choose electives from graduate courses listed in the following areas (in consultation with an academic advisor): Business Administration, Business Intelligence and Data Analytics, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Organizational Leadership. Upon Dean approval, select transfer courses may be applied to the degree as well. A total of 9 elective credits are required.
       Electives Subtotal 9 
       Total Credits 36 

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    Meet Our Faculty

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    Dania Baba, Ph.D

    Assistant Professor of Healthcare and Business Administration

    Specialty

    Healthcare and Public Health

    Human Resources Practitioner

    Project Management
    Laura Galloway

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    Laura Galloway, Ph.D.

    Associate Dean, Curriculum Instruction and Academic Administration; Associate Professor, Organizational Leadership and Human Resources

    Specialty

    Organizational Leadership

    Human Resources

    Non Profit Leadership

    Business Analytics

    Diversity Equity and Inclusion

    Executive Coaching

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Here are some frequently asked questions about the master’s degree in healthcare administration.

    • The Master of Healthcare Administration program is a graduate-level program that focuses on developing the skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage and lead healthcare organizations. It provides a comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems, healthcare policies, financial management, strategic planning, human resources, and quality improvement.
    • A Master of Healthcare Administration degree positions you for a wide range of career opportunities in the healthcare industry. Graduates can pursue leadership roles in hospitals, healthcare systems, pharmaceutical companies, consulting firms, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Common job titles include healthcare administrator/executive, healthcare manager, healthcare consultant, healthcare policy analyst, health information manager, managed care executive, healthcare operations manager, clinical manager, public health administrator, and healthcare human resources manager.

    • How long it takes to earn a Master of Healthcare Administration degree from UMass Global depends on how many courses you choose to take each term. Since most of our students are working adults, we have a mix of full-time and part-time students, balancing busy work and family schedules.

      If you’re a full-time student, you could complete your MHA in one year. Here’s how. If you take two courses per session (full-time = 2 courses/session) in each of our six yearly sessions, you could earn your 36 credit hours in one year. The MHA consists of 27 hours in core requirements, and 9 hours of electives.

    • Yes, pursuing a Master of Healthcare Administration degree can be highly beneficial for individuals interested in advancing their careers in healthcare administration. The program equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the complex healthcare industry and take on leadership roles.

      Additionally, healthcare administration is a growing field with a strong demand for qualified professionals, making it a rewarding and potentially lucrative career path. Various projections point to the number of available positions in the field growing by roughly one third over the remainder of this decade. Since these estimates are generated using a bachelor’s degree as requirement for entry, having a master’s in healthcare administration makes those impressive number even brighter.

    • While both of these graduate degrees will be valuable, choosing between them depends on your interests. If you’re already working in healthcare or if you know healthcare is the industry you want to work in, then a master’s in healthcare administration is the right choice to help you move into leadership roles. However, if you’re unsure about the industry you want to work in, then it could be a better choice to earn the broader skillset offered with an MBA and then add the healthcare emphasis for a solid foundation in the healthcare field.

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