OnlineMaster ofHealthcare Administration
- 100% Online
- 36 Credit Hours
- 6 Semesters
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Oral Roberts University's Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) is a 100% online graduate program designed to develop the leadership, management, and strategic decision-making skills needed to navigate today's healthcare industry. Through coursework in healthcare organizations, economics, policy, quality improvement, and leadership, you'll explore how healthcare systems operate and how effective administration can support patients, providers, and communities.
As healthcare organizations address rising costs, patient safety, population health, and workforce challenges, skilled administrators play an important role in improving operations and supporting quality care. ORU's online MHA prepares you to examine these challenges, evaluate organizational needs, and develop approaches to managing healthcare services in hospitals, clinics, health networks, and other healthcare settings.
Whether you're a healthcare professional seeking leadership responsibilities or a professional interested in healthcare management, this program provides opportunities to strengthen your understanding of healthcare operations, organizational strategy, and patient-centered leadership.
Rooted in ORU's Spirit-empowered Whole Person Education, the program integrates healthcare management principles with ethical decision-making and compassionate leadership, preparing you to serve healthcare organizations with integrity, purpose, and a commitment to improving the patient experience.
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What Can You Do With a Master of Healthcare Administration?
ORU's online Master of Healthcare Administration is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their healthcare management expertise, develop leadership capabilities, and explore opportunities within healthcare organizations.
Through coursework in healthcare policy, economics, quality improvement, and organizational leadership, you'll develop knowledge and skills that can support administrative responsibilities, healthcare operations, and strategic decision-making.
Career opportunities you may explore include:
- Spirit-Empowered Healthcare
- Healthcare Organizations
- Healthcare Economics
- Healthcare Policy
- Patient-Centered Culture
- Healthcare Quality
- Healthcare Leadership
What Will I Learn in the Online Master of Healthcare Administration?
ORU's online Master of Healthcare Administration provides graduate-level education in healthcare management, organizational leadership, policy, economics, and quality improvement. You'll explore how healthcare organizations make strategic decisions, manage resources, support healthcare teams, and develop patient-centered approaches to delivering care. Featured courses include:
- Senior Hospital Administrator
- Corporate Healthcare Manager
- Healthcare Consultant
- Health Services Manager
- Health Network Administrator
- Medical Center Manager
- Pharmaceutical Executive
Take the next step toward your goals with ORU’s 100% online MHA. Apply today and develop
the leadership, management and strategic skills to improve healthcare operations and
lead teams in a changing healthcare industry.Start Your MHA Journey
Yes. ORU's Master of Healthcare Administration is offered 100% online, allowing you
to pursue graduate education while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.
Courses are offered in seven-week formats. ORU's online Master of Healthcare Administration is structured across six semesters,
with seven-week courses. Your completion timeline may vary depending on your enrollment
schedule and academic progress. An Online Admissions Representative can help you review
the degree plan and expected completion time. Yes. Oral Roberts University is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning
Commission (HLC), a recognized accrediting agency. ORU's Master of Healthcare Administration
is offered through the university. Students can contact ORU to learn more about any
additional accreditation applicable to the program. ORU combines healthcare management education with a Christ-centered approach to Whole
Person Education. You'll explore healthcare leadership, quality improvement, patient-centered
care, and strategic decision-making while developing an understanding of ethical leadership
and compassionate service. The online format allows you to continue your professional
responsibilities while pursuing your graduate degree. Oral Roberts University's Master of Healthcare Administration combines healthcare
management education, practical leadership development, and Spirit-empowered Whole
Person Education to help you strengthen your ability to serve patients, healthcare
teams, and organizations. Healthcare-Focused Leadership: Develop knowledge of healthcare organizations, management practices, and strategic
decision-making. Patient-Centered Education: Explore approaches to improving patient experiences, supporting quality care, and
strengthening healthcare services. Healthcare Policy and Economics: Examine the financial, regulatory, and organizational factors influencing healthcare
delivery. Flexible Online Learning: Complete coursework 100% online through seven-week courses while balancing professional
and personal responsibilities. Personalized Student Support: Receive guidance from dedicated Success Coaches and access academic resources throughout
your educational journey. Spirit-Empowered Whole Person Education: Integrate ethical leadership, compassion, and Christian values into your approach
to healthcare administration. Yes! ORU offers Advanced Standing opportunities that may allow eligible undergraduate
and graduate coursework to count toward your Master of Healthcare Administration degree.
Our team reviews your previous education to help maximize applicable credits and develop
a personalized degree plan that could help you graduate sooner. Yes! Through ORU's Special Status opportunities, qualifying professional experience,
previous training, and demonstrated knowledge may be evaluated for academic credit.
If you have experience in healthcare, management, leadership, or related fields, our
team can help determine whether your background qualifies for credit toward your MHA,
potentially reducing the coursework needed to complete your degree.Frequently Asked Questions About ORU's Online Master of Healthcare Administration
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