The Value of an Executive MBA for Health Care Professionals
THE VALUE OF AN EXECUTIVE MBA
For Health Care Professionals
WHAT IS AN EXECUTIVE MBA?
The Executive MBA (EMBA) is an accredited MBA program designed for working managers and professionals, typically with at least six years of work experience and often with prior management responsibility. The class schedule allows students to continue working while they pursue their studies and apply what they learn to their profession. Additionally, students bring their current and prior experience into the classroom to enrich the learning experience of their peers.
Real-time & innovative education: Apply what you learn in class to advance in current and future careers.
The power of network: Connect with leaders from various industries and learn from their experiences.
Return on education: University of Utah EMBA students see a 57% average salary increase 3 years after graduation.
UTAH’S EXECUTIVE MBA PROGRAM
#1 in Utah
THE EMBA FOR HEALTH CARE MBA
VS MHA
While education in health care teaches you about medical practices and how to apply them, it doesn’t provide in-depth knowledge on the managerial, analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills necessary for career advancement within the industry. An EMBA can provide health care professionals with these skills and much more, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of business processes, advance your career, become a stronger leader of your organization, or start your own practice.
When seeking career advancement in the health care industry, it is common to debate between pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or a Master of Health Care Administration (MHA). Although the MHA curriculum is specific to health care, many choose to pursue an MBA due to the extensive opportunities and broader skill set it provides. Hear from University of Utah EMBA students that are now leaders in the health care industry on why they chose to pursue an MBA:
Tom Varghese, Ph.D.
Executive Medical Director & Chief Value Officer, Huntsman Cancer Institute
“I’ve been an attending thoracic surgeon for 14 years, and I’m constantly surrounded by outstanding individuals in health care. I wanted an opportunity to start picking the brains of classmates and talents beyond the same people that I see each and every day. I wanted to learn the core principles of business, but more so, I wanted to engage with people beyond health care.”
Mike Rogers
Chief Administrator, Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah Health
“I wanted a broader skill set. Because things change so rapidly in health care, I thought that if I went into the MHA program, I could be learning things that would be obsolete soon. I could go into a different field tomorrow based on the skills I received in Utah’s EMBA program.”
WILL AN EMBA FIT IN MY SCHEDULE?
In health care, schedules are often hectic and can be unpredictable. Luckily, the University of Utah’s EMBA is tailored to busy executives, making it possible to complete the program without stopping or interrupting work.
Predictable
The fixed schedule for the entire program is available online, allowing students to plan work, travel, and personal commitments far in advance.
Manageable
Class is held every other weekend, on campus, Friday and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Flexible
Students can join class virtually or watch recordings of missed classes if work or another commitment prevents them from joining in person.
While I try to attend in person as much as possible, if I get called into the hospital for a high-level meeting, I can still connect virtually to the class itself, and all the classes are recorded. The schedule has really helped me out, and you’re matched with classmates and team members who are all equally as busy. They completely understand that there may be a week where you’re not able to do as much, but since you’re working with amazing team members, everybody pitches in.
Tom Varghese, Ph.D. Executive Medical Director & Chief Value Officer, Huntsman Cancer Institute
HOW CAN AN EMBA ADVANCE MY CAREER?
The University of Utah’s EMBA program is dedicated to getting you where you want to be in your career. Course content covers pay negotiation and effective communication as well as the leadership skills required to take on or better serve in executive roles. Additionally, all students are partnered with a personal career coach from the start of the program until three years post-graduation.
Tangible Benefits
• MBA diploma and credential
• Pay Increases
• Promotions
• Job/Industry switches
• Entrepreneurial opportunity
Intangible Benefits
• Knowledge
• Confidence and credibility
• Expanded professional network
• Strengthened mission
• Lifelong connections
• Personal transformation
RETURN ON INVESTMENT
8 35 57
average salary increase from start to graduation were promoted while in the program received new responsibilities while in the program
average salary increase in the 3 years after graduation
WHAT MAKES A UNIVERSITY OF UTAH EXECUTIVE MBA UNIQUE?
An EMBA can be extremely valuable and lucrative for health care professionals. That being said, there are many EMBA programs to choose from. Here’s what sets the University of Utah’s EMBA apart:
A diverse, senior-level cohort
You’ll learn as much from the experience and insights of your peers as you do from faculty due to the various perspectives represented in Utah’s EMBA cohorts.
Team-focused learning
Utah’s EMBA students work with dedicated and collaborative teams throughout their program, creating lasting connections and relationships.
Access to top faculty
EMBA students are the most knowledgeable and demanding audience that business school professors face in the classroom. Utah selects its best faculty to teach in EMBA programs.
Executive career coaching
Utah’s EMBA students are provided with a one-onone career coach, an e-learning platform with career development resources, and access to events with career advancement and entrepreneurship speakers
Unparalleled administrative support
The staff of Utah’s EMBA program assumes responsibility for many tasks that normally fall to students, including registration, distribution of textbooks, and much more.
BUILD AN EXECUTIVE NETWORK
One of the best and most valuable attributes of the University of Utah’s EMBA program is the extensive network of executives and industry leaders with whom students form meaningful connections through teamwork and discussion. Hear again from health care professionals about their experience in the program:
I could probably call 75% of my 60-person cohort, and they would drop anything to do anything for me. The close-knit community that we had within one classroom was unmatched. Classes were filled with lively debates, and everybody felt comfortable saying what they wanted to. On top of that, my experience with my team throughout the program really relaid the groundwork for how group work is supposed to happen for me.
Mike Rogers Chief Administrator, Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah Health
While you typically work with your team throughout the program, I was able to network with others in the cohort by having lunch with them or sitting with them in classes. You ultimately find that you get to establish great relationships with all of your classmates.
Tom Varghese, Ph.D. Executive Medical Director & Chief Value Officer, Huntsman Cancer Institute
Do you want to join this talented network of professionals? Learn more about the program now.
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INTERESTED IN AN MBA, BUT NOT SURE IF THE EMBA IS THE RIGHT FORMAT FOR YOU?
Learn more about our program formats:
MBA ONLINE
Designed for working professionals seeking an innovative, online solution to achieve career advancement or change industries
PROFESSIONAL MBA
Designed for early- to mid-career professionals seeking career advancement or an industry change; hybrid format; one night in person and one online
FULL-TIME MBA
Designed for individuals with at least one year of post-graduate work experience seeking an immersive and hands-on solution to achieve career goals
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