Masters of Health Services Administration
The MHSA empowers your career advancement in healthcare management.
Apply By
04/24/24
Start Class
05/06/24
Apply By
04/24/24
Start Class
05/06/24
The master of health services administration (MHSA) program is designed for working professionals ready to move into leadership positions in healthcare.
Advance your career in healthcare administration on your time work without compromising on quality or convenience. Designed to meet your needs as a working adult, this flexible MHSA degree program can be completed online and through convenient evening courses.
Whether your ultimate goal is a leadership position with a hospital system, nursing home, behavioral health facility, or other health-related organization, an MHSA degree from MC can help you get there. You’ll gain the skills needed to advance your career and make a positive difference not only in your field, but also in the lives of individual patients and entire communities
MC’s MHSA program focuses on the financial protocols, operational challenges and legal nuances unique to a career in healthcare administration. Organized into 10 classes over 5 semesters, this graduate program will prepare you with the career-ready skills necessary to join mid-level healthcare management at a hospital or other healthcare organization.
You’ll develop foundational knowledge and skills in areas such as:
In addition, you can tailor your study with two electives that integrate courses in healthcare administration, business, or communication. Our interdisciplinary approach to healthcare management prepares you to lead diverse teams across any healthcare system
Required Courses | Hours | |
HSA 6504 | Research—Methods and Procedures | 3 |
HSA 6580 |
Ethics in Healthcare Administration |
3 |
HSA 6561 | Healthcare Management | 3 |
HSA 6571 | Healthcare Marketing | 3 |
HSA 6540 | Organizational Behavior in Healthcare Administration | 3 |
HSA 6507 | Healthcare Financial Management | 3 |
HSA 6550 | Legal Aspects of Healthcare Administration |
3
|
HSA 6555 | Health Service Administration Seminar | 3 |
Elective Courses | Hours | |
HSA 6590 | Basic Healthcare Financial Management | 3 |
HSA 6570 | Professional Protocol | 3 |
HSA 6587 | Internship | 3 |
HSA 6531 | Contemporary Issues | 3 |
HSA 6501 | Accounting Issues in Business Decisions | 3 |
ACC 6507 | Healthcare Financial Management | 3 |
AJU 5515 | Legal Aspects of Healthcare Administration |
3
|
COM 5401 | Dynamics of Group Communication | 3 |
COM 5402 | Listening |
3 |
COM 5403 | Negotiation | 3 |
COM 5443 | Public Relations |
3
|
COM 5449 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
COM 6504 | Persuasion |
3 |
ECO 6531 | Economics of the Firm (Microeconomics) |
3 |
ENG 5452 | Professional Writing | 3 |
HSA 6531 | Contemporary Issues in Healthcare Administration |
3 |
GBU 6552 | Law and Ethics in the Business Environment |
3 |
MGT 5474 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
MKT 5474 | Retailing and E-Commerce | 3 |
PSY 6515 | Advanced Developmental Psychology | 3 |
PSY 6506/COU 6505 | Multicultural Counseling | 3 |
Delve into organizational theory, behavior development, and interpersonal relationships. Explore the impact of efficiency, morale, and business practices within the healthcare sector.
Gain vital skills in research methods, data collection, and analysis through our comprehensive course. Practical exercises and case studies ensure a strong foundation for academic and professional research success.
Learn about the principles and practices of managing healthcare organizations efficiently. Topics include financial management, strategic planning, and quality improvement in healthcare delivery.
Explore some of the many doors you'll open:
Oversee operations in hospitals, clinics, or nursing homes. Your role involves managing budgets, staffing, strategic planning, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations for efficient facility management.
Health services managers in public health, insurance, pharmaceuticals, and nonprofits plan, coordinate, and evaluate services for optimal care and efficiency.
Offer expertise to healthcare organizations, improving efficiency, reducing costs, and navigating regulatory changes. Work independently or for healthcare-focused consulting firms.
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