The Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree prepares aspiring health-care professionals to move forward in their careers to take on leadership roles. Upon graduation, professionals with this degree will plan, direct, and coordinate services in various health-care delivery settings.
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Rolling AdmissionMHA
42 Credits
Prepare to take on a leadership role in the healthcare industry with a Master of Healthcare Administration from the University of Hartford Barney School of Business—listed as one of the nation's "Best Business Schools" by the Princeton Review.
Now accepting applications for Fall 2024!
The Barney School of Business is accredited by AACSB and will seek the CAHME accreditation to increase the competitive advantage of the program. The program will fulfill the requirements of CAHME by offering courses in key areas of healthcare management:
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The Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree prepares aspiring health-care professionals to move forward in their careers to take on leadership roles. Upon graduation, professionals with this degree will plan, direct, and coordinate services in various health-care delivery settings. Furthermore, graduates will have the opportunity to pursue careers in consulting, the medical device industry, the pharmaceutical industry, and payer organizations.
This new program will prepare students with the analytical, leadership, and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed as administrators in health-care companies.
The MHA program aligns with the University of Hartford and Barney School of Business mission and vision by:Our faculty are academic and industry leaders in their field. Their experiences help to bring concepts and materials to life through case studies and innovative approaches. Through these experiences, our students graduate equipped with the business analytics skills that help to drive major growth and facilitate better decisions in the ever-changing world of business.
Working professionals who already have baccalaureate degrees and seek healthcare administration skills to upskill or change jobs.
The program consists of 11 required courses and 3 elective courses for a total of 42 credits. We encourage students to take an elective course from the field related to their concentration. Students can choose between two concentrations or a customized learning experience:
• Healthcare Digital Informatics (3 elective courses)
• Management (3 elective courses)
MGT 780 Healthcare Administration Capstone Project:
• This capstone project course will compile the culminating and integrative experience for students.
Healthcare Digital Informatics - choose 3 courses
Management - choose 3 courses
Human Resources Management
Managerial Skills and Agile Management
Organizational Behavior in Management
Marketing Management
Innovation and Project Management
Customized Learning Experience - choose 3 courses
Human Resources Management
Managerial Skills and Agile Management
Organizational Behavior in Management
Marketing Management
Innovation and Project Management
You may choose to be a Medical and Health Services Manager, Health Specialties Teacher, Administrative Services Manager, General and Operations Manager, Emergency Management Director, Social Workers in Health Care, Human Resources Manager, and more.
Medical and health services managers will see a 29% growth in the number of jobs by 2030.
Administrative services managers will see a 15% growth in the number of jobs by 2030.
General and operations managers will see a 14% growth in the number of jobs by 2030.
The Barney School adheres to the standards of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business—International (AACSB) and reserves admission to students showing high promise of success in postgraduate business study.
An awarded Bachelor's degree is a requirement to enter the graduate programs.
To assess the potential of candidates for admission, we look carefully at performance in undergraduate and other graduate programs, as well as the motivation of the applicant as evidenced in the letter of intent. GMAT scores are reviewed unless the applicant completes and qualifies for the waiver.
GMAT/GRE waivers are based on sufficient academic and/or professional history. To be considered for eligibility, you must meet one of the following criteria:
If you believe you meet at least one of the criteria for a GMAT/GRE waiver, we encourage you to select this option within the online application. We will verify your eligibility during the review of your completed application. An interview may be requested for further verification of eligibility.
The University of Hartford is not able to support F-1 student visas for international students pursuing the MHA program. International students who do not require an F-1 visa can apply and are required to supply the following items in addition to the standard application:
Learn more about our tuition rates and financial aid eligibility. Additional expenses will vary from student to student and may include rent and utilities, meals, books, supplies, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses.
For more information, please email GRADSVC@hartford.edu or call 860.768.4444.
Complete your MBA with just 12 classes, either online or in class, part-time or full-time! Choose the format that best supports your learning style. Generally, the average working professional will be able to finish our program in two years.