Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

The Online MHA is a 39-credit, fully online, asynchronous executive pathway for working healthcare professionals. Courses run 14 weeks and cover healthcare strategy, financial management, human capital, policy, information technology and change leadership. It is CEPH-accredited.

Faculty: School of Public Health and Health Sciences | Department: Professional and Online Programs | Duration: 39 credits, part-time, about 3 years, 100% online | Intake: Fall (June 15), Spring (Oct 15), Summer (Apr 15) | Study mode: online | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Healthcare strategy, financial management, human capital, policy, information technology and change leadership. Sample courses: HPP 612AM Financial Management, HPP 602AM Principles of Population Health Management, HPP 621AM Strategy Formulation.

Career pathways

Leadership roles in healthcare systems and organizations.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in any field; cumulative GPA of at least 3.0; at least two years of clinical and/or administrative experience in a healthcare setting; CV, personal statement, diversity essay, three letters of recommendation, official transcripts; TOEFL if applicable; GRE/GMAT not required. Applications via SOPHAS and the UMass Supplemental Application; deadlines June 15 (Fall), October 15 (Spring), April 15 (Summer).

USD 38,000 for the whole programme (Fall 2024 onward). Tuition at $950/credit, stated total for 40 credits; same rate regardless of location. Programme page lists 39 credits. Source

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall (June 15), Spring (Oct 15), Summer (Apr 15)

Duration: 39 credits, part-time, about 3 years, 100% online

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