Master of Health Administration
Health care needs difference makers — we'll help you become one.
Build the leadership, decision-making, analytical and communication skills to become a difference maker in health care with a Master of Health Administration.
Why Study Health Administration?
Health care and health administration needs knowledgeable and focused leaders. Our program offers the skill set and experience to excel in a dynamic future with opportunities to impact organizations and patient outcomes. Our Master of Health Administration program prepares health industry professionals to work and lead in diverse health care settings by emphasizing empirical evidence with a focus on applied and experiential learning. From recent graduates looking to make a difference, to health care professionals and clinicians ready to advance in their careers, this multidisciplinary degree prepares you to respond to the ever-changing world of health care.
Why Study Health Administration at UNMC?
UNMC’s MHA program offers a powerful blend of content knowledge, skill development, applied learning, and comprehensive preparation that positions graduates for successful and rewarding careers in the ever-important field of health care administration. Whether your interests lie in patient care, financial management, organizational development, clinic management, or policy development, pursuing UNMC’s MHA degree can open doors to a fulfilling and impactful career in health care administration. Prepare yourself to make an impact and be a part of the next generation of health administration leaders.
The program can be completed part-time or full-time and is tailored to the needs of the students. The 41-credit hour program is competency-based and will provide students skills in leadership, business and analytical skills, relationship management and communication.
Program Snapshot
Program Highlights
Comprehensive and Success Focused
UNMC’s MHA equips graduates with the vital skills, applied knowledge, and insightful leadership that health care systems and organizations need: learn from the internationally recognized University of Nebraska Medical Center; participate in a 41-credit hour plan of study which allows for a focused approach that can be completed in about two years; work on your degree anytime — our program is fully online and asynchronous; learn from expert faculty with health care experience and broad expertise; benefit from a comprehensive curriculum that reflects the evolving realities of the health industry; unlock access to a wider array of career options and opportunities with guided career services; take advantage of affordable tuition, making the value and return on investment worth it.
Mentoring
MHA program advisors, mentors, faculty and industry partners are focused on your success. In addition to an excellent education, we aim to provide access to professional development opportunities and connections with health leaders nationally and internationally. Faculty work one-on-one with students to ensure they have the necessary skills to succeed
Careers & Outcomes
In 2018, health care became the largest employment sector in the United States. An MHA unlocks a wide array of career opportunities.
Job Titles
- Department Manager
- Health Information Director
- Medical Staff Manager
- Health Analyst
- Patient Services/Experience Director
- Business Solutions Advisor
- Health Analytics Consultant
- Supply Chain Directors
Facts to consider:
- Our MHA program is actively developing partnerships with professional organizations and hospital associations across the U.S. to support students' career development.
- Employment of health administration managers is projected to grow 28 percent from 2021 to 2031 — much faster than the average for all occupations.
- The median annual wage for health administrative services managers in the U.S. was $101,340 in May 2021.
- Our active and effective Career Services staff offers career guidance, connections to employers, resume reviews, and timely access to career development webinars and other events.
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