Impacting the quality and value of patient care. Preparing leaders.
M A S T E R OF HE A LT HC A R E A DMINIS T R AT ION ONLINE DEGREE PROGRAM
What employers want now.
Continue for an additional year* to earn your Master of Healthcare Administration with an emphasis in either:
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Value-based improvement in healthcare delivery.
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Employees with leadership capabilities to become change agents.
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Professionals who can drive better outcomes for patients, clients and organizations.
Expand your employment options. Clinicians, managers, and those looking to enter into healthcare administration can all benefit from this program.
Leadership in Quality and System Safety (EMPHASIS) This track also prepares students for professional certification exams, such as the CPHQ.
COURSE DESCRIPTION Health Systems Safety Accountability and Public Policy The Business Case for Quality and Patient Safety Leading Teams and Change Management Environment of Care and Disaster Management
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Complete core courses to earn a Certificate in Health Systems Leadership first, and
Patient and Family Engagement and Activation
start making a difference in your career now.
Comprehensive Case Study Analysis
Add a year* and earn your Master of Healthcare Administration degree. Completion
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
21
time depends on each student’s schedule. •
All courses are online, giving working professionals the flexibility they need.
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The Leadership in Quailty System Safety track prepares students for professional certification exams, such as the CPHQ.
Health Systems Leadership (EMPHASIS) COURSE DESCRIPTION Human Resources Management and Interprofessional Healthcare Teams
Certificate in Health Systems Leadership (CORE COURSES)
Quantitative and Qualitative Methods for Decisions in Health Systems Community, Public & Population Health
COURSE DESCRIPTION (All courses are 3 credit hours and are available online)
Healthcare Management and Information Systems
Organizational Management and Leadership
Health Planning and Program Evaluation
Financial Analysis, Planning and Control
Health Care Marketing and Public Relations
Foundations of Research Methods in Administration
Comprehensive Case Study Analysis
Healthcare Ethics and the Legal Environment
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
21
TOTAL HOURS TO DEGREE
45
Strategic Planning and Management Health Analytics and Decision Support Health Policy and Economics Healthcare as a Sociotechnical System
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
24
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS College Transcripts
Bachelor’s degree is required prior to enrollment
GPA
A minimum of 2.8 overall GPA — we expect that most accepted students will surpass this minimum
Test Scores
Test scores (GRE, GMAT) are not required, but can be submitted to support application
program — with its unique quality and systems
References
Two professional references
safety track — will enable you to develop the skills
Statement of Purpose
Personal statement describing reasons for applying to the MHA program and how admission relates to professional goals
Resume
Professional resume should include work history, educational experience, memberships and participation in professional activities
“The need for professionals with expertise in quality and patient safety has grown exponentially. This
employers need now in a flexible online format.” Jan Mangun, MT (ASCP), MSA, CPHRM MHA Program Director
*Completion time depends on individual student's schedule
WE’RE READY TO START WHEN YOU ARE. AT YOUR PACE. TERM
APPLICATION DEADLINE
COURSES BEGIN
Fall 2017
July 31, 2017
August 21, 2017
Spring 2018
November 15, 2017
January 8, 2018
WE’RE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU. You need to juggle school, work, family, and life, so support is critical. If you are not sure that online coursework is right for you, advising will be available both in-person and virtually. Our orientation process and responsive technical support are designed with the busy professional in mind.
WE'RE INVESTED IN YOUR CAREER. Many working professionals qualify for continuing education support from their employers — please check to see if you qualify for any of these benefits. You may also be eligible for federal and state grants/loans. For more information, please contact our financial aid office at finaid@marybaldwin.edu.
APPLY TODAY General Information MDCHSadmit@marybaldwin.edu 540-887-4000 murphydeming.marybaldwin.edu/mha
Program is pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges. Mary Baldwin University does not discriminate on the basis of sex (except that only women are admitted to Mary Baldwin College for Women) nor does the University discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, age, disability, religion, veteran’s status or sexual orientation in its educational programs, admissions, co-curricular or other activities or employment practices. Inquiries may be directed to Director of Human Resources, P.O. Box 1500, Mary Baldwin University, Staunton, Virginia 24401, 540.887.7367. 1.2017