Master of Health Care Administration
Our master of health care administration prepares you to become an exceptional leader in health care administration, financial management, health policy and personnel management. Deepen your knowledge as you prepare to take your career to a new level.
We know you are passionate about serving your current community and are balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We designed our 100% online program with working adults in mind. Eight-week terms allow you to set the pace that works for you each semester and allows you to complete your M.H.A. in as little as two years.
Our M.H.A. program began in 1999 when we noticed the need for health care leadership training options for working professionals who wanted advanced training. Our program is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Health Care Management and was one of the first fully-online CAHME accredited programs in the country. We continue to provide innovative, high-quality education through authentic assessment and real-world experience.
The Master of Health Care Administration program has also been included in Money Magazine’s inaugural list of “Best Health Administration Master’s Programs for Your Money 2024.”
Our fully online program is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Health Care Management and is designed for working professionals. We are committed to developing competent and compassionate health care leaders and managers equipped to steer their organization through the changes and challenges in health care throughout the nation.
Our students live across the United States and work in a variety of settings, including clinics, hospitals, governmental organizations and insurance companies. Many work as private health care consultants. DMU has created course content relevant to a variety of working health care professionals, which means you can apply what you’re learning in the classroom to what is happening on the job.
Although classes can be taken asynchronously — meaning you can engage in content at the most convenient times for you — many opportunities exist for live engagement with faculty and other students so you can feel like a genuine part of the DMU community. For example, most courses include live Zoom sessions to supplement the required learning activities.
Health care starts with caring for our patients. It’s also about providing safe, effective, affordable and accessible care to everyone, especially our most vulnerable populations. DMU is committed to preparing you to lead meaningful change as a forward-thinking professional. At DMU, you will:
We want to help you complete your M.H.A. without incurring excessive additional debt, which is why we offer affordable tuition and low fees. We also offer tuition discounts for military members, members of the American Osteopathic Association and DMU alumni.
Limited scholarships are also available for M.H.A. students.
DMU’s curriculum is designed to help you develop the expertise you need to succeed in your career.
Our constantly evolving curriculum means your M.H.A. will reflect the latest methodology and practice. You will advance your skills to serve your community better and will be well-compensated for your knowledge.
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As an active and respected member of the health care community, DMU ensures students regularly participate in seminars and other interprofessional experiences to gain the knowledge they need to serve their communities and organizations.
You’ll have ample opportunity for experiential and field-based learning. Complete required fieldwork or internships within your own organization or another organization of your choice. Relevant placement options also are available.
At DMU, you’re not just a number! Courses are capped at 30 students, so you can expect individual attention in your online classes. You’ll also experience full faculty support with individual academic and career counseling by doctoral-level trained faculty members as well as regular group advising sessions, coffee chats and many other opportunities for personal engagement. Our professors are experienced health care professionals and bring firsthand knowledge of the field into the classroom.
The M.H.A. program at DMU gave me confidence in a more global understanding of my leadership and the health care ecosystem. The program has been key in my success as vice president of operations.
- Janet Simpson, M.H.A.’17, Vice President of Operations, WesleyLife
DMU is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Management Education. Accreditation ensures students receive the highest quality educational experience and preparation for the future.
DMU is committed to helping you achieve your career goals. Each student is paired with a full-time faculty member who provides academic and career counseling. You will be advised by faculty who have experience in the field and can provide meaningful mentorship.
Apply now to join our M.H.A. program and prepare to lead your team into a better future! No GRE or GMAT required for admission.
