Healthcare Administration Graduate Programs

Program Overview

The Master of Healthcare Administration program at UNE Online prepares students for leadership roles in the healthcare industry through a 100% online, two-year program. The curriculum aligns with employer needs, offering core courses and customizable focus areas in Health Informatics, Healthcare Management, Health Policy, and Long-Term Care Administration. Graduates are equipped for careers in hospital administration, healthcare consulting, and other leadership positions.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Healthcare Administration program at UNE Online is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the healthcare industry. The program is offered 100% online, with no campus visits required, and can be completed in as quickly as two years. The program's curriculum is aligned with employer needs in the accelerating field of healthcare. Students will learn about innovative technologies, health policy and regulation, and healthcare planning and management. The program also offers customizable focus area options to meet personal career goals.

Outline:

The Master of Healthcare Administration program consists of 36 credit hours of coursework. The program's core curriculum includes courses in:

• Healthcare Finance
• Health Policy and Regulation
• Healthcare Planning and Management
• Organizational Behavior and Leadership
• Healthcare Marketing
• Healthcare Information Systems
• Healthcare Law and Ethics
In addition to the core curriculum, students can choose to complete a focus area in one of the following areas:
• Health Informatics
• Healthcare Management
• Health Policy
• Long-Term Care Administration
The program's course schedule is designed to accommodate the needs of working professionals. Courses are offered in an eight-week format, and students can take one or two courses per semester.

Assessment:

Students in the Master of Healthcare Administration program are assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Quizzes
• Exams
• Papers
• Presentations
• Projects
The program's assessment criteria are designed to evaluate students' knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field of healthcare administration.

Teaching:

The Master of Healthcare Administration program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their field. The program's teaching methods include:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Case studies
• Simulations
• Group projects
The program also offers a variety of unique approaches to learning, such as:
• Online simulations
• Virtual reality experiences
• Guest lectures from industry leaders

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Healthcare Administration program are prepared for a variety of leadership roles in the healthcare industry, including:

• Hospital and health system administrators
• Healthcare consultants
• Health policy analysts
• Healthcare finance managers
• Healthcare information systems managers
• Long-term care administrators
The program's graduates are also well-prepared for doctoral studies in healthcare administration or a related field.