Michigan State University

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Bachelor's degree required. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Professional healthcare experience preferred but not always required. Personal statement and letters of recommendation. GRE optional at most programs.

About This Program

Michigan State University's Master in Health Administration equips future healthcare leaders with expertise in financial management, health policy, quality improvement, and organizational strategy. The online curriculum balances theory with applied learning relevant to hospitals, health systems, and managed care organizations. Graduates are prepared for executive and management roles in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the US economy.

Career Outcomes

Lead healthcare organizations as a Healthcare Executive with this MHA degree

• 1. Hospital Administrator
• 2. Healthcare Operations Manager
• 3. Director of Patient Services
• 4. Healthcare Consultant
• 5. Health System Executive

What You'll Learn

• Manage budgets and financial operations of healthcare facilities.
• Apply healthcare law, ethics, and compliance frameworks.
• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Use health informatics and data analytics for operational decisions.
• Develop strategic plans for health systems and medical groups.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum covers healthcare financial management, healthcare law and ethics, health policy and economics, organizational behavior, strategic planning, quality improvement, and healthcare informatics. Students gain skills to lead healthcare organizations and navigate a complex regulatory environment.

Top Employers

Hospitals and health systems, physician groups, long-term care facilities, managed care organizations, consulting firms, government health agencies, and non-profit health organizations.

Admissions

Bachelor's degree required. Minimum 3.0 GPA. Professional healthcare experience preferred but not always required. Personal statement and letters of recommendation. GRE optional at most programs.

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree (any field)
• GRE/GMAT: Optional at most programs
• Work Experience: Preferred (2+ years in healthcare)
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students