Fort Hays State University
Master of Business Administration (Healthcare Management)
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Admission Snapshot
Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with relevant professional experience in business or healthcare often preferred for MBA programs. GMAT or GRE scores may be required or waived based on experience.
About This Program
Fort Hays State University offers a fully online MBA with a Healthcare Management concentration focused on applied leadership and real-world healthcare challenges. The program emphasizes flexibility, affordability, and lifelong career services support.
Career Outcomes
Graduates combine business expertise with healthcare knowledge to lead medical organizations and improve operational efficiency.
- 1. Hospital Administrator
- 2. Healthcare Operations Manager
- 3. Health Services Director
- 4. Clinic Manager
What You'll Learn
- Develop strategic leadership skills for healthcare organizations
- Analyze healthcare finance and budgeting processes
- Implement quality improvement and operational efficiencies in health systems
- Navigate healthcare policy, regulations, and ethics
Curriculum Highlights
MBA Core: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Strategy; Healthcare Concentration: Operations, Quality Improvement, Policy, Compliance, Applied Simulations
Top Employers
Top employers include major hospital systems like Mayo Clinic and HCA Healthcare, insurance companies like UnitedHealth Group, consulting firms like Deloitte, and government health agencies.
Admissions
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with relevant professional experience in business or healthcare often preferred for MBA programs. GMAT or GRE scores may be required or waived based on experience.
Application Materials
- Statement of Purpose: Required
- Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
- Resume: Required
- Transcripts: Official transcripts required
Academic Requirements
- Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
- GRE/GMAT: Optional
- TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)
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