Unlock a world of opportunities with our online MBA concentration in strategic healthcare administration. Our program is crafted to equip aspiring leaders like you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. Whether you desire to lead healthcare organizations, drive policy change, or innovate in healthcare technology, our MBA in strategic healthcare administration will empower you to make a meaningful impact in this vital and ever-expanding field.
Why Choose Mount Union’s Online MBA in Strategic Healthcare Management?
Our flexible online program attracts students with diverse backgrounds, industry insights, and education. With a seven-week course structure, you can tailor your education to fit your personal and professional commitments, achieving your goals at your own pace. Here's what sets us apart:
Integrated Learning Experience
Surrounded by peers who share your passion for healthcare, our holistic approach integrates business strategies with in-depth examinations of healthcare policy, ethics, and technology, offering a comprehensive understanding of industry complexities. Through real-world projects and case studies, you'll gain practical insights and the confidence to tackle challenges head-on.
Comprehensive Skill Development
Develop advanced strategies tailored to the healthcare industry. From strategic planning to quality management, learn to effectively navigate the complexities of healthcare organizations and drive positive outcomes.
Enhanced Leadership and Collaboration
Develop essential leadership, team building, conflict resolution, and communication skills tailored to healthcare settings, empowering you to lead and collaborate effectively. Benefit from mentorship opportunities and real-world insights through our healthcare industry partnerships, enriching your learning experience and fostering valuable professional connections.
36 Credit Hours
Structured for two, seven-week classes per term (*credit hours)
$695 per credit hour
The 2023-2024 cost per credit hour for the online M.B.A. is $695. (discounts available)
6 Starts
MBA has rolling admission in the May, August, and January terms
Courses in Strategic Healthcare Administration
The curriculum in our online MBA in strategic healthcare administration integrates business strategies with explorations in healthcare policy, ethics, and technology, providing a holistic understanding of industry challenges. Through dynamic coursework and practical applications that reflect the complexities of the healthcare industry, you will be prepared to navigate the landscape with confidence and expertise.
FEATURED COURSES
Current Trends in Healthcare Administration
The course is designed to expose students to significant current issues that impact the healthcare professional. Topic areas will include current issues as they relate to the Healthcare Administrator. Topics will vary as changes to the industry environment dictate.
Healthcare Finance and Budgeting
This course is designed to develop knowledge of the complex and changing aspects of health care fiscal management and the impact on processes associated with health care services in a variety of health care settings. Students will investigate the application of fiscal management strategies in the areas of social justice issues of quality, access, and cost for healthcare services.
Career Paths with an MBA in Strategic Healthcare Administration
With an MBA in strategic healthcare administration, you can pursue various career paths such as healthcare administration, consulting, health information management, policy analysis or research, pharmaceutical or medical device project management, quality improvement management, or corporate development. This degree equips you with the skills to lead, innovate, and make a positive impact on healthcare delivery.
Learn More About How to Elevate Your Career in Healthcare Administration
Mount Union’s online MBA in strategic healthcare administration degree prepares you to navigate the complexities of the field. Gain the skills to assess facilities using financial, clinical, and operational data, strategically plan for improvement, and become a leader capable of driving positive change and innovation within the healthcare sector. Learn more about Mount Union’s MBA program and see if it is the right fit for you.
MBA in Strategic Healthcare Administration Requirements
All Applicants:
Degree/Credentials: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
Undergraduate Achievement: Possess an undergraduate cumulative grade point average equal to or greater than 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
Experience: Provide a curriculum vitae or résumé.
Essay and Writing Ability: Applicants will submit an essay of a maximum of 500 words outlining the following: 1) career aspirations, 2) qualifications, and 3) rationale for applying to the program. This piece should demonstrate the candidate’s ability to write at a graduate level.
Professional Recommendation: Provide one recommendation from an employer or a former professor who is in a position to judge the applicant’s potential for graduate-level study and research.
Consideration for Conditional Admission: Applicants who do not meet the above criteria will be judged on a case-by-case basis and will be asked to submit additional documentation in an attempt to gain conditional admission.
Applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Equivalent:
Students with a bachelor's degree in business (or those who have completed an equivalent of the business common professional core (CPC) at the undergraduate level) with a 3.0 GPA or higher will not be required to take Business Foundations 1 and 2.
Applicants with Non-Business Bachelor’s Degree:
Students with a non-business bachelor's degree or those who have not completed an equivalent of the business common professional core (CPC) at the undergraduate level, earning a 3.0 GPA or higher, will be required to take Business Foundations 1 and 2. The undergraduate CPC may also be satisfied by completing appropriate undergraduate courses
OTHER ADMISSION/ENROLLMENT RELATED INFORMATION
Transfer Credit Policy: A maximum of nine (9) semester hours of graduate transfer credits will be considered for transfer credit. The course(s) must have been taken at an accredited institution and be aligned with the objectives for the University of Mount Union course(s), and only coursework earning a grade of B or better will be considered for transfer credit. Additional credits may be transferred on a case-by-case basis.
A candidate wishing to transfer credits must submit an official transcript, along with a copy of the appropriate course description from the graduate catalogue of the respective institution; and may be asked to offer additional documentation (such as a course syllabus). To initiate a transfer credit evaluation, contact Dr. Wendy Ziems-Mueller, director of the MBA program, at ziemswj@mountunion.edu.
TOEFL Requirement: Applicants whose primary language is not English must have a recent IBT (Internet- Based TOEFL) score of 100 or more in addition to meeting other program requirements.
Enrollment Deposit: If admitted to the program, candidates are required to submit a non-refundable deposit of $250. This deposit will be applied toward tuition charges.
The University of Mount Union prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability, or genetic information in student admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or employment as now or may hereafter be required by university policy and federal or state law. Inquiries regarding compliance may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Beeghly Hall, (330) 829-6560, humanresources@mountunion.edu.
MBA in Strategic Healthcare Administration Curriculum
M.B.A. Core
MBA 500*:
Business Foundations
3
MBA 503:
Marketing Management
3
MBA 504:
Quantitative Analysis
3
MBA 505:
Legal and Ethical Foundations of Business
3
MBA 601:
Financial Management
3
MBA 602:
Strategic Human Resource Management
3
MBA 603:
Managerial Accounting
3
MBA 604:
Managerial Economics
3
Bridge Courses:
*The School’s accrediting body, ACBSP, requires additional course coverage for applicants without adequate preparation in business at the undergraduate level. The following accelerated courses are designed to provide the required content that covers the essential foundations of an undergraduate business program. These courses must be completed during the student’s first year in the MBA program for students without an undergraduate in a business-related field and will be determined upon admission.
Students in the MBA in strategic healthcare administration program learn to navigate the complexities of the healthcare industry, mastering business principles alongside specialized knowledge in healthcare policy, ethics, and management strategies.
HCA 501:
Current Trends in Healthcare Administration
3
HCA 601:
Healthcare Finance and Budgeting
3
LDR 603:
Strategic Management and Effectiveness
3
PRN 603:
Crisis Communication and Repair Strategies
3
MBA 690:
MBA Capstone
3
Total Credits: 36–39
MBA in Strategic Healthcare Administration Accreditation Status
The University of Mount Union's MBA in strategic healthcare administration program is approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) and the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
MBA in Strategic Healthcare Administration Estimated Program Cost
By choosing a flexible MBA program intended for busy professionals, you are also choosing an affordable education designed to boost your career prospects. The 2023-2024 program costs per term calculation are based on a student taking two classes per term at $695 per credit hour.
UMU alumni receive an additional 5% discount on tuition. To learn more about discount eligibility, please contact the graduate admission representative.
ONLINE MBA TUITION AND FEES
2023-2024 Academic Year
6 credits at $695 per credit hour (two, six-week classes per term)
$4,170
Technology fee (per term)
$100
Other expenses to be considered include a computer (if a student does not already own one or has access to one), books, supplies, exam fees, etc. Programs and/or courses may require additional fees.
The current cost of attendance figures are displayed under the Cost of Attendance section of our website.
