Master's in Healthcare Administration
Masters in Healthcare Administration
Master of Science in Healthcare Administration
14 Month Master's Degree
36 Total Credits
Small Class Sizes
Personalized Attention
Remote Externships Available
Work with Industry Professionals
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14 Month Master's Degree
36 Total Credits
Small Class Sizes
Personalized Attention
Remote Externships Available
Work with Industry Professionals
Degree Overview
The Master of Science in Healthcare Administration program is designed to help business and management professionals expand their expertise and pursue opportunities in leadership within healthcare organizations. The curriculum builds on foundational business knowledge, focusing on the unique challenges of managing healthcare operations and resources.
Students explore strategies for optimizing operational efficiency, managing resources effectively, and navigating the regulatory and ethical complexities of healthcare systems. Coursework emphasizes decision-making, financial management, and organizational leadership to prepare students for roles in healthcare administration, depending on individual performance and career goals.
Graduates may pursue opportunities in areas such as hospital administration, healthcare consulting, or managed care organizations, subject to market conditions and professional experience.
Whether you choose the Health Informatics or Community Health track, ECPI University offers a year-round accelerated schedule, allowing you to earn your degree in as few as 14 months.
Knowledge and Skills
Graduates should grow in the following areas:
- Leadership and Teamwork:
Develop strong leadership skills, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities to effectively guide healthcare teams.
- Critical Analysis:
Analyze research findings for evidence-based medicine and management practices.
- Technology Integration:
Learn to leverage current technologies to support a more integrated healthcare model.
- Evidence-Based Practices:
Gain expertise in using data-driven approaches to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
Healthcare Administration Curriculum
Master of Science in Healthcare Administration
Featured Courses & Overview
Community Health
The Community Health Track centers on working within the community health areas. Opportunities for Healthcare Administration Master's Community Health include Community Health Consultant and Health Education Coordinator
Health Informatics
The Health Informatics Track focuses on management and data utilized by healthcare administration. Opportunities for Healthcare Administration Master's Health Informatics include Clinical Informatics Analyst and Digital Diabetes Research Officer
Credit Hours
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Course Categories
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Description
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27
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Core Curriculum
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Courses that provide an educational foundation, building essential skills across diverse subjects.
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9
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Track Courses
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Specialized degree track courses are focused deep dives within your major, letting you become an expert in a specific niche related to your field.
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36
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Total Credit Hours
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Institutional Accreditation
ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Questions about the accreditation of ECPI University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
