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42 Credits
Prepare to take on a leadership role in the health care 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.
The Barney School of Business is accredited by AACSB. The program offers courses in the following key areas of healthcare administration:
Transform healthcare through leadership. The Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) degree prepares aspiring healthcare 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 healthcare 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 healthcare companies.
The MHA program aligns with the University of Hartford and Barney School of Business mission and vision by: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.
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 BARNEYMHA@hartford.edu or call 860.768.4444.
Our MBA prepares you to become an effective leader in any field. Through case studies, collaboration, and hands-on projects, you’ll get intentional preparation to tackle real-world challenges and graduate success ready.