Mission
The mission of the MHA program is to improve the practice of healthcare administration across all sectors of the industry. The graduates will promote evidence-informed concepts and techniques to produce positive and innovative organizational outcomes, meet organizational goals and objectives, and support top organizational performance in the healthcare industry.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the MHA program, graduates will demonstrate the ability to:
- Evaluate scholarly research that contributes to sound evidence-based practice in the administrative healthcare setting.
- Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines in the administration of healthcare services.
- Analyze the effect of various policies on the delivery of services in a healthcare environment.
- Develop written and oral presentations that effectively communicate to both health professionals and non-health professional audiences.
- Develop and maintain standards of accountability based on organizational values.
- Demonstrate skills necessary to create an ideal organization performance standard in healthcare settings.
- Apply evidence-based decision-making to the process of quality improvement.
Admission Requirements
See MHA Admissions .
Academic Requirements
To remain in the MHA program, the student must meet the following criteria:
- maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and
- complete the required courses and any elective courses.
Program Overview
There are 37 required credits that will be taken over the span of six trimesters (approximately 24 months). The program may be completed in less time if the student chooses the accelerated pathway.
Core coursework is required (22 credits) while electives can be assembled to achieve emphasis areas (15 credits). To elect a specialization, students must choose the specialization at the time of enrollment and are advised that subsequent changes to their chosen specialization could result in additional hours, tuition, and/or fees.
USAHS will also consider accepting graduate credits from other accredited institutions. Please refer to the Transfer Credit Policy for further information on transfer credits.
Three Specializations
- Executive Leadership
- Business Intelligence
- Interprofessional Education (IPE)
Delivery of MHA Coursework
All coursework in the MHA program is offered in an online delivery format with the exception of an optional externship and consultation course which may require off-campus attendance at a health facility. Students are responsible for travel, lodging, and meals.
Optional Immersions for all MHA Students
MHA students are eligible to attend the optional immersions that are embedded in the following courses:
- IPE 7001/B
- IPE 7050/B
- IPE 7121/B
- IPE 7421/B
Immersions in these courses may not be offered every term.
Time Limit
It is required that MHA students complete all program requirements within six trimesters or 24 months. An extension of up to one year may be requested.
Tuition and Fees
See Financial Information .
Standard Occupational Classification code for which program is intended to prepare graduates: Medical and Health Services Managers (11-9111)
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