phd in healthcare administration programs

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Set solutions in motion with a doctorate in healthcare administration.

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3-Year Completion

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Personalized Program

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Relevant Curriculum

Keep up -- and stay ahead -- of an evolving industry.

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Transfer up to 24 hours of previously earned credit.

Program Overview

Pioneer change: improve healthcare effectiveness and advance leadership.

The healthcare industry is – and will continue to be – in a state of tremendous change. From economics, to policies, to governance, to quality, the issues surrounding healthcare are far-reaching and complicated. That’s not to say, though, that healthcare advancement is behind us. Quite the opposite.

Next-generation influencers are taking on new, expanded and visionary roles to propel this nation’s healthcare system forward. Healthcare administration leaders, for example, are taking on a dual role; first as innovator and second as educator, bringing forth new ideas for policy, practice and patient improvements.

Meanwhile, those committed to educating and equipping tomorrow’s healthcare leaders are advocating out-of-the-box thinking, strategizing and leading in an arena that’s become, at times, unwieldy and contentious.

Make an impact for yourself – and a nation

Rapid change in healthcare is inevitable, so keeping up is no longer an option. Instead, you have to be two, three, even 20 or more steps ahead. But how? Through research, exploration and problem solving. The nation’s healthcare system needs fresh yet practical solutions to help solve real-world healthcare dilemmas, gaps and problems.

Higher levels of leadership are needed, including those who possess refined verbal and written competencies, expanded technical and technological abilities, and advanced interpersonal aptitude. Yet these skills don’t come easily – or automatically. Instead, they require proficiencies beyond even a master’s-level degree; they require a degree of the highest level, a terminal degree. A terminal degree can prepare you to make logical, relevant connections between classroom learnings and real-world efficiencies and effectiveness.

A practitioner-oriented education, however, differs from a research-based degree. Whereas a Doctor of Philosophy or Ph.D. in healthcare administration degree focuses on substantive advancement of theoretical research within a discipline, an applied doctorate degree, such as Franklin University’s transfer-friendly Doctor of Healthcare Administration or DHA, focuses on expanding your knowledge within your field and combining it with applying it practically in real-world setting.

Become a more dynamic leader

Our DHA program reinforces the core technical aspects of quality research, yet also equips you with such sought-after skills as communication and technology. Franklin’s applied doctorate is a practical degree that enables both subject mastery and field application. That means you’ll be prepared to research and communicate complex, organization-wide issues.

Franklin’s applied Doctor of Healthcare Administration is a program designed to help you:

• Design organizational strategies to improve healthcare operations and outcomes
• Develop innovative healthcare leadership practices based on executive leadership practices
• Assess and refine your own leadership competencies
• Apply research to advance the field of healthcare administration

Improve healthcare processes, efficiencies and outcomes

Few would argue the large and complex nature of the administrative side of healthcare. Few also would argue the need for improvement in even the leanest, safest, most patient-friendly healthcare organization. The truth is, there’s always room for improvement – and you could be the catalyst for change in your healthcare organization. While earning your doctorate in healthcare administration from Franklin, you’ll focus on ways to drive quality improvements, including patient safety, risk management and service quality. You’ll explore various efficiency- and process-improvement models, as well as research quality improvement drivers within both public and private sectors. More importantly, you’ll be prepared to research, evaluate, develop and recommend appropriate prevention, mitigation and improvement strategies.

Make more informed decisions

When it comes to healthcare decision making, be it process improvement, program effectiveness or sustainability strategies, the crux of any decision is evidence. That’s why our doctoral program for healthcare includes major area coursework related to workflows, databases, informatics and analytics. Your Franklin DHA will help you better understand retrieving, analyzing and reporting intelligence metrics as part of healthcare decision making.

Create and influence healthcare policies and regulations

In spite of being highly regulated and governed, healthcare continues to require new and updated policies to ensure sustainability and parity. Your Franklin DHA will help you explore various aspects of corporate, state and federal policymaking, including regulations, enforcement and organizational impact. You’ll learn how to evaluate the role of agencies in implementation and enforcement, create policies at all government and corporate levels, and influence change for existing policies and regulations.

Get 360-degree support

We’ve taken a comprehensive and systematic approach to our online doctoral program, which includes team-based curriculum development, doctorally qualified faculty, and student-centered activities designed for the working adult. You’ll receive robust academic support from a variety of resources, including a graduate advisor, faculty advisor, personal librarian and peers, as well as the Student Learning Center staff and your Dissertation Committee members. You’ll also enjoy a cohesive and robust graduate culture and cohort. Together, our practice-minded faculty and your fellow students will support, mentor, encourage and keep you accountable to the program – and to yourself. At Franklin, you’re never alone on your doctoral journey.

Transfer up to 24 credit hours

Want to complete your terminal degree in less than three years? Franklin grants up to 24 hours of prior-learning credit for previous doctoral work. We honor your prior learning and make it easier to get credit for what you already know. Transfer credit can help you earn your applied doctorate degree faster, as well as reduce your overall tuition expenses.

Succeed with our unique dissertation structure

If there’s such a thing as a no-fear dissertation process, Franklin has it. We’ve intentionally designed a dissertation structure to help you complete your dissertation step-by-step, beginning with your enrollment in the program. We’ve also built-in faculty mentoring and guidance, and peer-to-peer support so you’re never left to “figure it out” on your own.

Throughout the DHA program, you’ll develop important research skills and the necessary writing prowess to publish a dissertation or a dissertation in practice as a capstone project to your studies. Your dissertation will showcase your ability to identify a topic of interest within the workplace, develop a proposed solution to a problem, and test your hypotheses in the real world.

Dr. Raven-Seymone J.

Dha graduate '22.

"I was very nervous in enrolling in the Doctoral program at Franklin University due to still wanting to work my full-time position. With Franklin's flexibility and catering to my adult learning needs, I was able to maintain my personal and work-life balance. I am forever grateful to Franklin for bringing me to the crossroads of my career and excelling me forward with receiving this degree."

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If there’s such a thing as a no-fear dissertation process, Franklin has it. We’ve intentionally designed a dissertation structure to help you complete your dissertation step-by-step, beginning with your enrollment in the program. We’ve also built in faculty mentoring and guidance, and peer-to-peer support so you’re never left to “figure it out” on your own.

Throughout the Ed.D.-Higher Education leadership program, you’ll develop important research skills and the necessary writing prowess to complete and publish a dissertation in practice (DiP) as the culmination of your studies. Your DiP will showcase your ability to solve a challenge within the workplace using action research. As a part of the (DiP), you will test your hypotheses in the real world, or based on your findings, document a process to implement your solution. 

Your Best Value Doctor of Healthcare Administration (DHA)

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The Finish Formula

2 years of coursework + 1 year for the dissertation.

Transfer MORE Credits, Pay LESS tuition*

Save thousands of dollars in fees by choosing Franklin over other leading programs for your DHA.

Source: Internal research of leading programs (May 2022)

Student Satisfaction

98% of graduating students would recommend Franklin to their family, friends and/or colleagues.

Source: Franklin University, Office of Career Development Student Satisfaction Survey (Summer 2023)

Curriculum & Course Descriptions

The doctoral colloquium is designed to build a community and ensure that learners have the support, motivation, and guidance necessary to succeed in their doctoral programs. This first colloquium also will provide students with an overview of the doctoral program expectations, coursework sequence, doctoral student support services, as well as comprehensive exam and dissertation requirements. The first colloquium is designed to establish a learning community and graduate culture for the doctoral students at Franklin University. The doctoral colloquium will be held at the University's main campus in facilities that provide appropriate online interaction for out-of-state and international students.

In this course, students prepare to be active participants in advanced professional and academic discourse communities by practicing the writing and research strategies associated with their chosen field of study. By calling attention to the conventions of research writing, the course provides students the analytical tools that will help them join ongoing scholarly conversations. Students will analyze and compose a variety of academic writing genres as they develop a literature review over the course of the term. They will also develop their presentation, peer review, proofing, and reflection skills in alignment with the standards of advanced academic study.

Through this course, students will gain an overview of quantitative research designs and methods. The course starts with successful completion of the CITI training - the protection of human research participants, to move on to an introduction of quantitative sampling designs, data collection approaches, experimental versus non-experimental designs, and data analysis. Students will engage in practical hands-on experience with formulating a research question or hypotheses, discussing important ethical issues, designing sampling methods, collecting data, and analyzing data. They will learn how to examine validity and reliability issues and will be introduced to available software for conducting quantitative design. At the end of this course, students will be introduced to the research proposal to get a start on the guidelines required for their dissertation proposal.

Through this course, students will gain an overview of qualitative research designs and methods. The course starts with an introduction to qualitative approaches. Students will become familiar with the narrative approach, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case studies. This course will introduce students to some of the critical works in qualitative research methods and design and give an overview of the historical progression of the field. Students will gain hands-on experience with observations, qualitative data collection, and qualitative sampling design. They will also get some introduction in qualitative data analysis, validity, reliability, and researchers' bias in qualitative work. At the end of this course, students will be introduced to the research proposal to get a start on the guidelines required for their dissertation proposal.

This course will introduce the concepts of descriptive statistics and probability distributions. Topics will include basic statistical terminology, statistical graphs, numerical summaries of data, probability concepts and distributions, and sampling distributions. The course is designed to allow students integrate statistical software of choice with the aforementioned concepts and to provide opportunities to interpret resulting outputs.

Applications of statistical techniques and methods will be explored, including fundamental statistical tests for central values, variances, and categorical variables, as well as regression analysis and the general linear model. The emphasis will be on selecting and applying the appropriate statistical techniques as well as the interpretation and reporting of results with the use of a major statistical software. The course is also designed to provide numerous opportunities to critique statistical techniques commonly used in empirical research articles.

This is an advanced course in statistics that covers analyses used in multivariate statistical techniques. The course is designed to broaden and deepen learners understanding of advanced statistics in multivariate techniques. As such, several multivariate techniques are covered, including their appropriateness to given situations, analysis, and interpretation. The emphasis of the course is on practical application of concepts learnt to given research problems and/or opportunities. The course is developed to balance theory and application and provides numerous opportunities for application to practical problems. Learners also complete a draft research proposal integrating sound research plans and procedures.

The advanced qualitative research course builds on the knowledge and skills students acquire in prior research courses. This course leads students to an in-depth treatment of qualitative research methodology, exploring its theoretical underpinnings and associated methods for design, data collection, interpretation, and reporting of results. Ethics are emphasized for each stage of research. This course will guide students to develop the methodology and data analysis for their dissertation proposal and research.

Through this course, students will familiarize with mixed-methods research and design. They will gain knowledge on the four different types of mixed-methods: triangulation design, embedded design, explanatory design, and exploratory design. Students will learn how to conceptualize their own study in terms of these different design types. They will gain hands-on experience on how to formulate a research question fitted for a mixed-methods design, collect some data, and analyze it. They will discuss and learn about challenges and advantages of mixed-methods designs. At the end of this course students will be able to work on their dissertation proposal.

This is a hands-on course designed to equip students with skills and knowledge necessary to develop new, valid and reliable instruments as well as help improve existing ones. In particular, the course looks at evolution of measurement development and the process involved in developing reliable and valid measurement instruments. The course includes creation of a reliable and valid measurement that can be readily used and applied in the field.

This course is designed to equip students with essential skills in qualitative coding, analysis, interpretation of findings, and writing of the qualitative results. These skills are crucial for the doctoral candidacy journey. The course aims to provide students with hands-on experience in collecting text data from original qualitative research studies, as well as mapping, memoing, coding, analyzing, interpreting, and writing qualitative research. By the end of the course, students will have produced a small meta-synthesis, allowing them to put their newly acquired skills into practice.

In this course, students will be introduced to the main schools of critical and social theory: structuralism, post-structuralism, cultural theory, queer theory, gender theory, critical race theory, disability studies, and post-colonialism among others. Students will analyze foundational theoretical scholarship, examine how critical and social theory has developed over time, and consider the ways in which theory might inform their own research. Throughout the course, students will complete short papers as well as a major writing assignment at the end of the term.

The aim of this course is for you to learn about and be able to apply key research design frameworks in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches. In particular, you will learn conditions under which each design and/or approach would be most appropriate and effective. Additionally, you will learn how to formulate research questions, critically evaluate various research designs in order to select a suitable one for a given research problem, develop appropriate data collection and analysis procedures and plans as well as ethical conduct of research studies. During the course, you will learn to craft a research proposal integrating critical components, namely background of study, purpose statement, research question, theoretical framework, significance of the study, critical review and synthesis of key literature underpinning the study, appropriate research design, and data collection and analysis procedures.

This science of epidemiology is essential for projecting the population health needs, and appropriate allocation of public and private resources. This course focuses on the utilization of epidemiologic studies and techniques as a basis for organizational policy and administrative decision-making. Students will examine the connection between organizational leadership and social health. Students will create and recommend organizational strategies that enhance organizational, community, and global health.

This course will explore various aspects of corporate, state and federal policy making. Students will examine the impact of existing health policies on healthcare organizations, providers and patients. Students will develop skills to influence and change existing healthcare policies. Students will also create and propose a new healthcare policy.

This course will examine the importance of resource and financial management in a healthcare organization. Students will determine the financial status of a healthcare organization and create strategic plans to sustain healthcare services. This course will also explore the various concepts driving healthcare economics. This course will also critique the use of organizational supplies, human resources, and technology.

This course will examine various aspects of patient safety, quality improvement and risk management in healthcare. Students will compare and contrast several process improvement models with the goal of improving organizational efficiency, patient safety, and service quality. Students will also research governmental agencies driving quality improvement in healthcare organizations.

16 credits from levels 800-899 in the following subjects: ACCT, EDUC, HIM, HRM, IDL, MGMT, MKTG, MTHD, PUAD, HCM, ITEC.

Students can also select from FINA 737, FINA 750, or FINA 773.

This course is designed for students to prepare for, take and complete their comprehensive exam. Remedial strategies and actions will also be provided for students who do not successfully pass their comprehensive exam on the first attempt, with the opportunity for a retake during the six weeks of the course if the student chooses to do so. A third attempt on taking the Doctoral Comprehensive Examination will not be automatically provided to doctoral students failing to successfully pass the examination after two attempts. Any third attempt will only be considered upon receiving a written petition by the student requesting a final attempt. The request may or may not be approved based on review by the Dean of Doctoral Studies and the student's doctoral Program Chair. Students who fail the comprehensive examination two times, or fail the examination three times when a third attempt was granted through appeal, are dismissed from doctoral studies at Franklin University.

At least 6 credits from the following courses:

In consultation with the Dissertation Chair and Committee Members, the doctoral candidate will design and conduct research to complete the aims identified in their research prospectus, proposal and IRB application or as subsequently modified in line with recommendations from the Chair and Committee Members. This course may be repeated as necessary to earn sufficient credit or to finalize the Dissertation to fulfill requirements to earn the doctorate.

Doctoral candidates will finalize all aspects of the Dissertation/Dissertation in Practice and make an oral defense of their design, methods and findings.

Students may complete 8 credit hours of a focus area to count within the Major Elective requirement.

At least 8 credits from the following courses:

Education Focus

The course will study the teaching and learning philosophies, methods, and techniques in higher education. Topics will cover learning theories, instructional design models, instructional strategies, and evaluation of student performance. By the end of this course, students will develop their own teaching philosophy along with an instructional unit demonstrating their mastery of learning theories and instructional design models, selection of proper learning technologies in designing the instruction, and incorporation of appropriate instructional and assessment methods. In addition, students will also explore faculty careers in higher education.

This core course focuses on state-of-the-art leadership skills necessary for the effectiveness of today's leaders and managers. The course concentrates on the specific transformational, servant-leadership, and other leadership competencies and skills necessary for providing sound management of institutional resources, projects, and performance. Students will apply leadership theoretical underpinnings to real-world cases, scenarios and situations that involve effective and ineffective resource and performance management practices. The course concentrates on the application of critical thinking and decision-making in optimal practices for providing highly effective leadership in today's organizations.

This course is key for students who have chosen the PK-12 educational leadership concentration that require a solid understanding of 21st century technological skills as it applies to educational technology (including social media). After establishing a foundation and knowledge base of educational technology, you will learn about the most recent and innovative educational technology that can be utilized effectively for both learning and leading in the PK-12 educational setting. Through the lens of ensuring all students in the PK-12 educational setting are college-, career-, and life-ready, you will analyze and learn how educational technology plays a vital role in this process. In addition, you will analyze and evaluate how to utilize the most recent educational technology tools with effective building and district leadership in the PK-12 educational setting. Finally, you will analyze and evaluate current trends and issues associated with use of educational technology (including social media) within the PK-12 educational setting.

This course is key for students who have chosen the PK-12 Educational Leadership focus and must develop expertise and practice in navigating the unique aspects of building and district leadership in K-12 structures. Concepts of transformational leadership developed through the Leadership Core will be leveraged in the examination of school level and district level issues. Students will be required to define problems within their unique professional situation and apply recognized leadership structures to promote a shared vision, and establish a professional learning community that focuses on the mission of ensuring that all students learn through the development of a culture of collaboration rooted in data-based results.

This course provides an examination of leadership theories and structures in institutions of higher education. Focusing on major theories of leadership of higher education organizations that inform leadership practices, students will develop skills as practitioners in university leadership. By the end of the course, students will be able to understand the structure and function of university leadership structures from multiple theoretical perspectives. Students will gain an understanding of the management, leadership, and administrative roles of academic and student affairs offices in colleges and universities including personnel, program definition, research and teaching issues, and other functions of academic and programming oversight. Additional consideration to the roles, responsibilities, and leadership styles required will be examined for different organizational contexts. Through the linking of theory to practice, the class activities will lead students to develop skills as campus leaders and to empower them to make conscious, deliberate decisions, utilizing multiple, and at times divergent, theoretical frames.

The purpose of this course is to explore critical, challenges facing American higher education. The course explores the history of higher education, with an emphasis on the development of higher education in the United States, to present challenges facing institutions. It includes issues of access, accountability, academic freedom, financial aid, state and federal government policy, changing legal structures, teaching and learning in a digital age, student issues, diversity, and the influence of business models and values on institutional strategy and practice. This course also covers different educational systems (community colleges, private colleges, and public colleges) and the critical issues affecting their institutional type. Students will gain an understanding of their responsibilities, critical thinking, and explore current issues that affect managers in institutions of higher education. This course addresses interdisciplinary influences on leadership practice within learning organizations and focuses on recent developments that have broad implications for research and practice in educational leadership.

Health Informatics Focus

In this course students will evaluate an organizations current health information governance infra-structure and will make recommendations for improvement that will cover the broad spectrum of strategic issues in healthcare including policies, guidelines, standards, processes and controls required to manage and implement enterprise-level information. Students will research how health data and organizational information systems are utilized as a strategic asset to healthcare organizations, process to manage various risks to the quality of information and ensure its appropriate use.

In this course students will evaluate an organizations existing clinical workflows to include a variety of inpatient, outpatient and emergency healthcare environments. Material in the course covers the documentation, review, mapping and diagramming of clinical workflow information and processes. Students will also assess and make recommendations for improvement of patient care to workflow mapping and change management, as part of evidence based decision making in healthcare.

In this course, students will evaluate an organization’s existing process of retrieving, analyzing and reporting intelligence to make healthcare decisions. Student will assess and make recommendations for improvement on the techniques of extracting, transforming, and loading data from a myriad of operational databases into corporate data warehouses, as well a means to ensure that decision making is based on clean and reliable information. Students will also develop skills for reporting the healthcare intelligence gathered.

Human Resource Management Focus

Organizations across the globe are composed of groups of people working together to achieve goals that include organizational success, employee growth and contribution, and contribution to the larger community. The defining factor that differentiates the most successful companies from those that struggle to survive is the people who make up the employee base. While the Human Resources function has the specific task of planning for and resolving many employee issues and needs, individual managers and employees have direct responsibility and accountably for achieving sustained organizational success. Organizations that invest in their employees and develop workplace environments that encourage full employee engagement are rewarded with a competitive advantage in the marketplace. This course provides students with an opportunity to learn the knowledge and skills needed to enhance the contributions of all employees in support of an organization's purpose. Student's research will analyze trends and issues influencing the development and application of these elements within contemporary organizations. Additionally, students will come to understand the benefits afforded to organizations that create, craft and maintain a rich, empowering culture.

In Strategic Human Resource Management, students will analyze workforce management processes in light of their strategic importance. This will include an examination of the relationships between traditional human resource functions and the various business functions so that efficiency and effectiveness are balanced and optimized. Students will also review these processes and relationships in both the domestic and global environments now and in the future. Further, students conduct research to explore trends within the discipline of Human Resource Management that have a positive impact upon employee engagement as well as the productivity and profitability of an organization.

In this course, students will evaluate the process of change as related to the principles and practices of various types of organizations. Students will conduct research into the area of total rewards to determine what influences are leading many organizations to implement progressive human resource practices. Students will apply this learning to examine change processes and techniques used to facilitate transformational change in order to enhance employee engagement and organizational success. Students will also understand the business case supporting why companies should invest in their employees and internal cultures, regardless of industry affiliation, company size and/or revenue generation and apply this research to examine the processes and techniques for facilitating transformational change.

Instructional Design Leadership Focus

Leaders of instruction and learning must stay abreast of continual changes in trends and technology and leverage them to ensure the competitiveness and health of their organization. However, not all technologies and emerging processes are worth adopting. In this course, students will examine pedagogical trends and emerging technologies. Students will learn how to evaluate theories and incorporate designs, processes, and technologies in strategic and tactical decisions for instruction and learning in the organization.

In this course, students will be exposed to new and innovative approaches for designing effective learning and instruction. This course will equip students with knowledge of applicable frameworks and strategies for implementation at the organizational level. Students will review learning environments such as e-learning, blended and hybrid learning, mobile learning, game-based learning, and informal and social learning, to determine the appropriate learning environment based on the learning and training needs of an organization.

Today's researchers, leaders, and managers in the instructional design field must be able to use data to make decisions, as well as influence others in their organizations. In this course, students will learn how to apply relevant tools, techniques, theories, and principles of strategic assessment and decision-making to address the learning and performance needs for continuous improvement for learning problems or a learning organization.

Learning and knowledge management is crucial to the success of organizations. In this course, students will go beyond the design of learning environments and acquire skills to lead and manage the learning organization at a strategic level. Students will be able to recognize and meet the evolving learning needs of an organization within the framework of the organization's strategic goals. Multicultural awareness and how to lead multi-functional and cross-cultural instructional design teams and projects will also be addressed in this course.

Instructional design leaders often work in a consulting role with both internal and external clients and stakeholders. In this course, students will gain consulting skills in instructional design. Major topics of the course include: applying doctoral-level research strategies to analyze and evaluate learning and performance problems; communicating effectively with stakeholders; applying consulting strategies and skills; and creating a consulting professional development plan.

Management Focus

The primary objective of this course is to provide a substantive overview of the development of management theory and its applications through the 20th century to date. Managerial concepts and constructs will be researched and applied in a scholar to practitioner modality. The course will focus on the evolution of management thought and the implications of its development for modern managers and leaders.

This course is an advanced research seminar in the field of organizational culture and behavior. The seminar allows you to begin the process of substantive academic research and formal inquiry into these important theories and the implications of these for managers. The seminar will require the synthesis of critical thinking, analysis, research, writing, and evaluation. Students will develop a key deliverable that involves a research proposal in the fields of organizational culture and behavior and then conduct substantive research into the literature developed by others. The final project in the seminar is the development of a research-ready proposal utilizing, at minimum, one research methodology.

This course addresses historical and current leadership concepts, theories, and constructs. An emphasis will be on the application and assessment of transformational, servant, and authentic leadership theories for use by both leaders and followers in 21st century business and academic settings. The course will challenge you to assess your own leadership strengths and weaknesses and produce an in-depth plan of action to develop and refine leadership competencies. You will conduct substantive scholarly research to address and capture relevant and cutting-edge leadership theoretical work for application in course assignments.

This course focuses on the theory and practice of organizations as open and adaptive systems. Students will address the implications of systems theory for organizational sense-making, learning, innovation and transformation. The complexity of organizations as integrated participants in while systems will be addressed through research and presentations.

Innovation enables organizational growth and sustainability. However, for companies to remain competitive, leaders must understand the theories, models, and strategies framing innovation applying relevant concepts and practice to business development, customer satisfaction, and market acquisition. Conceptually, innovation, defined and applied in organizations, has morphed over the last three decades. However, the 21st-century global business environment offers an opportunity to rethink, even reimage innovation and its application to the emerging digital defined markets and workplaces. While innovation is evolutionally, even revolutionary relative to an organization's purpose, product, and processes, leadership should explore contemporary knowledge and skills associated with innovation determining if cultivating cultures of innovation, is essential to achieving organizational goals.

This course addresses a multi-prong approach to manage, lead, and assess overall organizational performance in achieving tactical and strategic goals. Metrics including: shareholder value, the balanced scorecard, risk management, system alignment, human resource management, and organizational learning are addressed in this course. Also the application of research on organizational performance theories are incorporated in the course.

This course focuses on the evaluation and analysis of key ethical decision-making theories and constructs, and their direct application and integration in 21st century organizational practices. The role of corporate social responsibility will be explored by assessing the role of organizational leaders and stakeholders with improving the quality of life for individuals and the community.

This course focuses on research and evaluation of the key theoretical concepts and practices central to the leading of organizational change initiatives. Students will evaluate real-world situations, cases, and scenarios in order to recommend and justify theoretically based change management practices to ensure ongoing organizational acceptance and effectiveness of these programs. Students will conduct scholarly research to explore, evaluate, and interpret state-of-the-art change concepts for viability in today’s organizations. Students will assess the role of change agents as key players in the overall change process.

Marketing Focus

This course is an advanced research seminar in contemporary marketing management. The seminar relies on critical inquiry and analysis as the foundation for substantive academic research involving current marketing issues that shape and are shaped by society. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have completed a comprehensive research study proposal.

This course is an advanced seminar in consumer behavior and market-driven applied research. Readings and assignments will synthesize prior knowledge of consumer behavior, research methodologies, methods, and theories with critical analyses of how these are used to inform marketing decision-making. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have developed a plan to conduct and analyze a research study.

This course is an advanced seminar in the use of quantitative and qualitative data in the marketing process. Upon successful completion of this seminar, students will have an understanding of how quantitative and qualitative analyses are used by marketing academicians and practitioners for academic and applied research, assessment, and decision making.

Methodology Focus

Public Administration Focus

This course focuses on theories and practices for leading cross-sector collaborations to accomplish public policy goals and objectives of mission-driven organizations. Students evaluate different collaborative approaches for delivering government and nonprofit services and assess the risks and benefits of engaging in cross-sector collaborations. Students learn analytical approaches, principled negotiation skills, and best practices for initiating and managing effective cross-sector collaborations.

The course examines the latest technologies that can be used to improve service delivery, engage stakeholders, and solve problems. Students learn the technologies and best practices for using web-based applications, e-commerce solutions, geographic information systems, crowd-sourcing, social media and other e-tools to make government and nonprofit organizations more efficient and effective. Ethical, legal, and implementation, aspects of these approaches are assessed.

This course examines concepts, tools, and techniques for evaluating government policies, philanthropic, and social programs to assess the performance of mission-driven organizations. The course focuses on evaluating different approaches to program evaluation and applying methods for performance evaluation, including needs assessments, logic models, evaluation designs, quantitative and qualitative evaluation techniques, ethics, and reporting.

Information Technology Focus

This course critically analyzes the current state of IT strategy practices and demonstrates how an IT strategy serves as a strong foundation for competitive IT management. Several tools and methods are synthesized to assess internal and external environments for formulating a strategy, execute a strategy based on environmental factors, and improve a strategy. The course brings the current academic and business literature to the class. It examines emerging IT strategy and management issues such as hyper-automation, AI, cybersecurity mesh, anywhere operations, and the internet of behaviors.

This course aims to improve critical thinking and decision-making skills in the IT policy and governance field. The course brings forth today's complex and cutting-edge computing environment by taking threats, vulnerabilities, and cyber controls into account. This course provokes the questions of how the GRC (Governance, Risk Management, Compliance) practices should be applied in today's complex IT environments to make the most out of the cutting-edge technology and how critical assets should be protected from adversarial actions of advanced persistent threats. The course brings various essential processes and services to the table, including but not limited to supply-chain risks, innovation, and resilience. Research papers and discussion assignments help students obtain pertinent information and improve research and academic writing skills within the field.

Vision is necessary for an organization to adopt, implement, and use information technology effectively. Leadership makes vision work. In this course, students will study, research, and apply leadership concepts, theories, and constructs that have been shown to be successful in information technology organizations. Two broad topics, (1) Vision and leadership in IT, (2) How to choose and benefit from the technology to accomplish the vision, will be delivered in the first four weeks of the course. This course is heavily based on research, presentation, and writing on future trends combined with leading people and IT organizations. In the first four weeks, each student will pick a very recent technology and research and write a paper about it. In the last four weeks, they will present the technologies that they've researched.

Finance Focus

Financial decisions made at the higher levels of a business organization can have far-reaching effects. Intended to achieve firm operating goals and create shareholder value, they must be made judiciously, with a thorough understanding of all the factors involved. In this course, you will learn to apply the analytical techniques required for developing effective and workable financial solutions at the executive level. You will gain an overall understanding of the workings of the U.S. financial system. In addition, you will study the concepts of financial risk, return, and the valuation of bonds, common and preferred stock, cost of capital, capital budgeting, capital structure, and the evaluation of investment opportunities.

This course provides students with advanced knowledge of the capital markets, financial institutions, financial products, and analytical tools and skills needed for investments portfolio management. The objective is to provide students with a solid foundation of advanced concepts, tools, and techniques for making informed decisions in the highly dynamic investment environment. Students will utilize computer software, simulations, and internet tools to understand the viewpoint of professional investors more fully. The course will adopt an application-oriented approach so that students will be able to explain their financial decision under conditions of uncertainty. The course will provide students with a framework that will be useful in business settings where such analyses are routinely made.

No longer are only mammoth corporations concerned with the complexities and nuances of multinational financial operations. Today the leaders of companies of even moderate size often must have at least a fundamental knowledge of the global financial environment. In this course, you will be introduced to the workings of international finance as it relates to business operations. You will gain an understanding of such international macroeconomic topics as the balance of payments and models of exchange rate determination, while at the same time focusing on institutional issues such as the choice of exchange rate regime and growth of offshore currency markets. You will examine business and investor decisions involving exchange rate risk management, cross-border investment strategies, and participation in international money and capital markets.

Doctor of Healthcare Administration Program Details

A learning outcome map functions as a roadmap to help guide students' progress through their program of study. Click HERE to view the Doctor of Healthcare Administration matrix.

The admission process reflects Franklin University’s efforts to clearly identify the performance standards that can help predict student success in graduate level study. The selection criterion for Franklin’s graduate programs, as determined by faculty, emphasizes academic ability, contributory work experience, and personal qualities and characteristics.

Requirements for admission include having earned a master’s degree from an institution accredited by a Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)-recognized accrediting organization with a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Applicants who earned lower than a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in their earned master’s degree can petition for admission to the program chair by submitting an essay detailing other criteria that the applicant believes should be considered to demonstrate their ability to be successful in a doctoral program. This petition could include details on the applicant’s work experience, work ethic, level of professionalism, personality characteristics, level of difficulty of program of study previously completed, etc. 

If a student is admitted as a result of the petition, the student will need to obtain a “B” average (3.0 GPA) during the first doctoral-level course (ENG 800) of their program. If the terms of the conditional enrollment are not met, the student will not be allowed to advance in their program and will be unable to earn this graduate degree from Franklin University. 

Program Prerequisites

The Doctor of Healthcare Administration requires a minimum of 30 hours of graduate coursework in a healthcare-related field.

English Language Testing & TOEFL IELTS

Prospective students must demonstrate English Language Proficiency. The requirement is met through any of the following:

• The applicant is a citizen of a country where English is the official language.*
• The applicant has received a bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an institution located in an English-speaking country in which the courses were taught in English.*
• The applicant has earned appropriate scores on language proficiency exams taken within the last two years, as listed in the  Academic Catalog .  

*For more information about English proficiency, including a list of English-speaking nations, please visit our International Students section.

To be awarded a graduate degree, students must:

• Successfully complete all required curriculum courses.
• Maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00.
• Earn in residence at Franklin University at least 34 of the 58 required credits. According to the Ohio Department of Higher Education, to earn a doctorate degree, students must have completed a minimum of 90 semester credit hours above the bachelor’s degree. Students requiring additional credit hours to meet this minimum will take GRAD 900 Advanced Integrative Research.
• Complete the payment of all requisite tuition and fees.
• Not to be under disciplinary dismissal due to academic dishonesty or violation of Student Code of Conduct.

The University employs a team approach to planning, developing and maintaining its academic curriculum. An essential element of this process – and a key to the institution’s quality assurance practices – is the Program Advisory Board (and the associated Alumni Advisory Board). A diverse array of business and industry leaders make up these discipline-specific boards that provide guidance on theory-to-practice ideas, global business perspectives, and emerging topics in the field. Each academic year, Program Advisory Boards meet with Division Chairs and faculty for lively and engaged conversations, thus bringing members’ substantial professional experience and expertise into the classroom. In addition, some Division Chairs elect to engage Program Advisory Board members in the assessment of academic program outcomes.

Hear What Our DHA Graduates Are Saying

“I didn’t really have any hesitations. I knew right away that Franklin was the school for me. I knew that a doctorate in healthcare is what I wanted from the beginning to help make an impact on the community."

"I got an education for me. I hope to use that education to benefit others."

"Obtaining my doctorate has been such an extraordinary lifelong commitment and an incredible feeling of accomplishment!"

"Since the first meeting my faculty advisor is cheerleading and supporting me." 

Career Opportunities

Professors primarily plan curriculum, conduct original research, and teach and test students, helping expand their knowledge within a particular subject matter or discipline.

Consultants are paid experts who assess a particular problem, challenge or opportunity and provide strategic recommendations for action.

C-Level Executive

C-Level Executives are responsible for oversight of an organization, including determining and/or implementing initiatives and leading senior management.

Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty are contingent or contractual instructors who plan lectures, teach specific courses within a field of study, assess learning outcomes and advise students.

Employment Outlook

From 2021-2031 jobs in healthcare administration are expected to increase by 8%.

All Occupations

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Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

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About the PhD in Health Policy and Management Program

The PhD in Health Policy and Management is a full-time doctoral program that trains its students to conduct original investigator-initiated research through a combination of coursework and research mentoring. The curriculum includes core coursework that is common across the four concentrations and courses specific to each individual concentration. Applicants to the PhD in Health Policy and Management apply directly to one of four concentrations. All four options have the same deadline, structure, and funding.

Concentration Areas

This concentration is designed for students interested in conducting independent research on ethical issues in public health policy, research and practice such as domestic and international research ethics, learning health systems, emerging biomedical technologies, ethics and public health genetics, national and global food policy, access to care and health care priority setting. By the end of their training, students are equipped to function as independent researchers, conducting empirical research related to bioethics, public health and health policy, as well as prepared to provide practical and normative recommendations regarding ethics and public health policy.

View more program information about the Concentration in Bioethics and Health Policy.

This concentration is designed for students interested in preventing leading public health problems through the development, analysis, implementation and evaluation of public health policies. Students affiliated with this concentration employ an interdisciplinary approach to their research in areas such as environmental and occupational health policy, injury prevention and control, social policy, and health and the practice of prevention.

View more program information about the Concentration in Health and Public Policy .

This concentration prepares doctoral students for conducting innovative and rigorous research on the economics of health and healthcare. The curriculum stresses a solid grounding in applied modern microeconomic theory, quantitative methods, and econometrics applications. Students take courses through the Department of Economics in the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences.

View more program information about the Concentration in Health Economics and Policy.

This concentration prepares doctoral students for conducting innovative and rigorous quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation in health services delivery. The curriculum includes exposure to a wide variety of research methods, content areas, and datasets. It also offers the opportunity for in-depth study in areas such as public health informatics, quality of care and patient-centered outcomes research, including a focus on older adults, and health care disparities.

View more program information about the Concentration in Health Services Research and Policy.

Curriculum for the PhD in Health Policy and Management

Browse an overview of the requirements for this PhD program in the JHU  Academic Catalogue  and explore all course offerings in the Bloomberg School  Course Directory .

What Can You Do With a Graduate Degree In Health Policy And Management?

Our graduates graduates pursue research careers in top-tier universities, research and policy-making organizations, the health care industry and government agencies.

Admissions Requirements

For general admissions requirements, please visit the How to Apply page. All concentrations follow the same admission process. Please see below for full details on the scope of each concentration.

PhD in Health Policy and Management – Bioethics and Health Policy

PhD in Health Policy and Management – Health and Public Policy

PhD in Health Policy and Management – Health Economics and Policy

PhD in Health Policy and Management – Health Services Research and Policy

For general information regarding tuition and fees, visit the Bloomberg School’s  Tuition and Fees  page.

For program-specific information regarding funding and scholarships available, please visit the individual program/concentration pages.

Need-Based Relocation Grants Students who  are admitted to PhD programs at JHU  starting in Fall 2023 or beyond can apply to receive a $1500 need-based grant to offset the costs of relocating to be able to attend JHU.   These grants provide funding to a portion of incoming students who, without this money, may otherwise not be able to afford to relocate to JHU for their PhD program. This is not a merit-based grant. Applications will be evaluated solely based on financial need.  View more information about the need-based relocation grants for PhD students .

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A Ph.D. requires dedication and perseverance, but the payoff personally and professionally can be multifaceted. Earning a doctorate in healthcare administration online increases earning potential and gives learners the opportunity to gain expertise in the field. With in-depth knowledge, individuals holding doctoral degrees can qualify for advanced careers and  earn more  than their counterparts with undergraduate degrees.

A doctoral program includes extensive coursework and requires substantial commitment, but the skills earned give learners the ability to contribute to their field in highly specialized and rewarding ways. Doctoral degrees train learners in research and writing, creating experts that can communicate and articulate complicated concepts, theories, and data effectively. Businesses and corporations stress the  importance of writing skills , which are essential to overall success.

With the opportunity to explore niche areas of the field, learners gain confidence in the knowledge and contributions they make to their professions. For example, advanced knowledge of healthcare policy can help professionals better advocate for clients and patients. Government agencies and public policy organizations benefit from employing experts, gaining individuals that are well-informed, skilled in research, and trained to think critically about important issues. With curiosity and passion for a subject, students can pursue a Ph.D. and delve into the theories, details, and intricacies of a specific field.

What Can I Do with an Online Doctorate in Healthcare Administration?

A doctorate in healthcare administration online prepares learners for careers in the public and private sectors. Current healthcare administration professionals can advance in their current roles, becoming healthcare administrators, managers, and chief executive officers. Individuals that work in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities can become chiefs of staff or take on roles as directors of patient safety, risk management, or quality assurance. Healthcare administration doctoral degrees also give learners the skills needed to work in leadership positions within the insurance industry.

Policy and procedure knowledge covered in a doctorate of healthcare administration program delivers competencies applicable to healthcare associations and advocacy organizations.  Doctoral degrees in healthcare administration are ideal for directors of healthcare associations that work to cure diseases, unite practitioners, and build networks within healthcare. Groups, communities, and nonprofit organizations that work for patients' rights and affordable healthcare options also benefit from experts in the field.

There are numerous government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels that have a role in healthcare, public health, and health-related areas.  Local boards of health, state departments of health and human services, and federal government agencies that work with specific groups of people need leaders that fully grasp the role of healthcare in daily life and can work to promote health initiatives. The federal government, for example, has healthcare agencies targeted to benefit Native American groups, children and families, and inner-city populations. The Centers for Disease Control, Medicaid and Medicare, and even the Department of Homeland Security include healthcare-related programs appropriate for healthcare administration professionals.

An additional career option for an individual who pursues a doctorate in healthcare administration online is teaching at the college or university level.  By becoming a postsecondary teacher, healthcare administration experts train the next generation of healthcare workers and researchers. Postsecondary teachers and other academic professionals also conduct research in healthcare administration, contributing to literature and influencing theories, practice, and policies in the field with their findings.

Career Profiles

Medical and health services managers.

Median Annual Salary : $98,350

Medical and health services managers work as healthcare administrators and directors, implementing health and medical practices, and procedures. They supervise staff workers, oversee regulation compliance, and monitor budgets and spending within a healthcare facility or department.

Chief Executive Officer

Median Annual Salary : $104,700

A chief executive officer (CEO) provides the direction for an entire organization, corporation, or business entity. CEOs work with other top executives to form plans and strategies for effective company or organizational output, including financial achievements and policy implementation.

Chief of Staff

Median Annual Salary : $101,806

A chief of staff often works with other top executives, including chief financial and chief information officers, to relay information about the day-to-day operations of a corporation or organization. Chiefs of staff oversee managers and department administrators, working in conjunction with them to implement policies, meet employee needs, and communicate organizational goals. As an intermediary, the chief of staff has strong communication and critical-thinking skills.

Postsecondary Teacher

Median Annual Salary : $76,000

Postsecondary teachers educate students at community colleges and universities, giving lectures and assessing learner outcomes. Healthcare administration instructors introduce students to the various aspects of healthcare administration in the public and private sectors. Postsecondary teachers also carry out research and present their findings at professional conferences and in academic journals.

Healthcare Program Director

Median Annual Salary : $80,226

A healthcare program director oversees a specific department or group within a larger healthcare facility, company, or organization. Healthcare program directors coordinate staff activities, internal and external communications, and monitor operational activities, such as patient record keeping and budget management.

Healthcare Administration PhD Program Overview

A Ph.D. in healthcare administration may vary in specific coursework and concentrations, but the curriculum generally teaches students advanced research skills and knowledge competencies.

Admission to a doctorate in healthcare administration depends on the school or program offering the degree. Schools may require applicants to take a GRE prior to admission, but some programs do not require exams for experienced professionals. Before applying, learners should consult individual admissions requirements and departments to ensure all criteria are met.

Types of Doctorate Degrees in Healthcare Administration

There are two types of doctoral degrees in healthcare administration. Learners can pursue a Ph.D. in healthcare administration or a Doctorate in Healthcare Administration (D.H.A.) based on their individual interests and professional goals. Both degrees emphasize research, but a Ph.D. focuses on original research while a D.H.A. trains students to conduct applied research.

Original research for Ph.D. students in healthcare administration involves the development of a research question, independent qualitative and quantitative research, and findings contained in a dissertation. Often generating new ideas not readily applicable to the healthcare industry, a Ph.D. can be more theoretical than practical. Over the course of a Ph.D. in healthcare administration program, learners study aspects of the field and identify issues or problems. With unique ideas, research, and findings, Ph.D. students contribute new knowledge to the field of healthcare administration research, often in anticipation of a career in an academic setting.

A D.H.A. program trains students to conduct applied research. With applied research, students use what has already been accumulated and applied by other healthcare researchers and professionals. The goal of a D.H.A. degree is to address and solve immediate problems facing healthcare administration and the healthcare industry. Unlike a Ph.D. dissertation project that may generate knowledge simply for the sake of producing new information, applied research can contribute more functional, practical findings to the healthcare administration field. D.H.A. students are more likely to enter an administrative or executive position within a healthcare organization than their Ph.D. counterparts.

Application Requirements & Admission Criteria

Applying to a program that offers a doctorate in healthcare administration online varies by school and department, but students will need to submit core materials for consideration. Applicants must have a master's degree in health administration or a related field, such as public health, business administration, or public administration. The master's degree requirement can be met through a separate professional degree or previous doctorate. Students must submit transcript information that demonstrates a 3.0 GPA or higher or successful completion of degree-related coursework.

Applicants must also have professional experience in the healthcare administration field. This requirement varies from 3-5 years, depending on the doctoral program. Admission requirements also include submission of a resume, a professional statement, GRE scores, and a writing sample or research paper. In addition to a formal application and fee, students should check with admissions officers and department representatives for information on financial aid opportunities .

Online doctoral programs in healthcare administration offer coursework that varies by school and department, with core classes that give learners fundamental information related to the field. Both Ph.D. and D.H.A. degrees begin their curricula with introductory coursework, at times requiring students to attend on-campus sessions. Learners complete classes on aspects of healthcare administration, including management, policy compliance, human resources, and healthcare finance.

Programs can present courses synchronously to cohorts. Coursework may be presented on focus areas such as leadership, policy, and research. Asynchronous coursework gives learners the opportunity to progress through the curriculum at their own pace.

Online doctoral programs also give students the opportunity to take elective classes or receive specializations. These classes are offered alongside advanced research methodology coursework designed to train students to use research tools, analyze data, and synthesize information. At the end of a doctoral degree, Ph.D. and D.H.A. students may take comprehensive exams over all knowledge and skills contained within the program. Learners also produce a dissertation based on their research. This written document accompanies an oral defense.

• Healthcare Policy Coursework surveys different policies at the local, state, and federal levels, training students in how to analyze, assess, and apply policies as appropriate.
• Health Economics Courses on health economics take into consideration the cost of healthcare from the perspectives of patients, healthcare facilities, and healthcare organizations. Students learn about budgets, financial planning, and healthcare cost analysis.
• Human Resources in Healthcare Organizations Classes in human resources in healthcare organizations provide information on hiring, managing, and communicating with healthcare workers. Students also study employee benefits and best practices in employee relations.
• Health Systems Practices and Procedures Health systems practices and procedures classes give learners hands-on experience using, maintaining, and administering information systems and record-keeping technologies.
• Healthcare Quality and Improvement Healthcare quality and improvement coursework emphasizes the importance of providing, improving, and documenting patient care, relations, and safety.
• Current Issues in Healthcare Administration Coursework provides students with the latest research, news, and trends in the healthcare administration field. Students assess healthcare-related problems and concerns in the public and within the field.
• Leadership in Healthcare Administration Classes emphasize organizational management and behavior, giving learners the skills to effectively and efficiently make decisions. Students learn techniques for supervising others, guiding an organization, and being a leader in the field.
• Advanced Research Techniques and Methods Advanced research techniques and methods coursework teaches students to use qualitative and quantitative research tools. Learners train to apply research to questions, problems, and issues in the field.

Program Outcomes

Doctoral degrees train experts in specific fields, producing highly-skilled individuals. Learners then apply their expertise to their careers, interactions with others, and future goals. By building communication and managerial skills, a doctorate degree in healthcare administration prepares effective leaders. Doctoral programs also open students to new ideas and diverse groups of like-minded individuals, offering experiences and perspectives that contribute to their personal and professional lives.

Healthcare administration doctoral programs provide students with skills to work in government, private, and academic settings as they innovate and contribute to the healthcare industry. By teaching students communication skills, research competencies, and decision-making proficiencies, doctoral degrees prepare students to take on leadership roles in their communities. As competitive and competent healthcare administration experts, learners can improve their individual positions within the field and better the industry as a whole.

Accreditation for Online Healthcare Administration Doctorate Programs

Schools and universities that offer online doctoral programs in healthcare administration hold either national or regional accreditation through an agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. National accreditation indicates a school offers more career-focused, vocational, and technical programs, while regional accreditation is awarded to research-based, and more rigorous, degree-granting institutions.

The programs must earn this credential and may also hold programmatic accreditation. The main accrediting body for healthcare administration is the  Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education  (CAHME). The CAHME oversees healthcare management and administration degrees, ensuring they maintain academic quality, integrity, and fairness.

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A doctorate in healthcare administration can offer you the opportunity to specialize in the healthcare industry. With this degree, you can become an expert in the field and access a variety of career opportunities.

You can pursue roles in healthcare administration, policy development, and health informatics, as well as develop the skills to manage healthcare systems, design healthcare plans, and facilitate research in the healthcare field. Additionally, there are many internships, networking, and financial aid opportunities available.

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Overview: best online doctorate in healthcare administration programs.

Enrolling in an online doctoral program in healthcare administration can be an exciting and rewarding experience. You can expect to gain a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare industry and the skills needed to lead a successful healthcare organization.

Doctoral-level education in healthcare administration comes in different forms, such as a Ph.D. in healthcare administration or a doctor of healthcare administration degree (DHA). Ph.D. programs in healthcare administration emphasize research while DHA programs emphasize application.

Doctoral programs typically take 4-5 years to complete and cover a wide range of topics. The curriculum includes core classes such as finance, marketing, and healthcare law, as well as more specialized classes such as healthcare data analytics, health policy, and healthcare informatics. Most programs also require the completion of a capstone project, dissertation, or thesis.

Data USA also provides insights into the skills necessary for those working in this field, including:

• Active learning
• Social perceptiveness
• Judgment and decision-making
• Management of financial resources
• Time management

With the right skills, knowledge, and experience, you can be well-prepared for a career in the healthcare industry.

4 Best Online Doctorate in Healthcare Administration Programs

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#1 Best Online Doctorate in Healthcare Administration Programs

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

• Chapel Hill, NC
• Online + Campus

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill offers a selection of accredited online programs, including a doctorate in healthcare administration. For those seeking an online degree, UNC-Chapel Hill may be a good choice. 

The university has a reputation for academic excellence. With a 91% graduation rate, 25% admission rate, and a 13-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, students can receive a great education. 

The total number of programs offered is 234, with about 30,000 students enrolled. The school also offers 25 online programs, with 91% of students taking courses online. 

In-state tuition for graduate students is $10,552, while out-of-state tuition for graduate students is $28,278.

Among UNC-Chapel Hill students, 64% receive financial aid. The average amount of aid is $14,182. After financial aid is taken into account, the average price per student is $10,038.

#2 Best Online Doctorate in Healthcare Administration Programs

National University

• San Diego, CA

National University offers an online Ph.D. in health services. This private university's online program offers students an accessible and rigorous curriculum to develop their skills and knowledge.

All courses are taught by experienced faculty. The graduate tuition rate for in-state and out-of-state students alike is $16,983. To help finance their education, 29% percent of students receive loans.

National University's online program also offers several student services, including career advisors and internship programs, to give students the skills and experience necessary to enter the workplace.

#3 Best Online Doctorate in Healthcare Administration Programs

Franklin University

• Columbus, OH

Franklin University is a private university in Columbus, Ohio. The school offers a total of 73 programs, with 61 of them available entirely online. This makes it an attractive choice for busy professionals who need the flexibility of studying remotely.

Franklin University's online courses are designed to give students the same level of education and support as on-campus courses. Students have access to virtual career-planning events, internship programs, and academic advisors. Furthermore, 95% of students receive some form of financial aid, including loans. 

If you're looking for a quality online doctorate in healthcare administration, Franklin University is a great choice. With dedicated faculty and plenty of support, you'll be well-prepared to take the next step in your professional career.

#4 Best Online Doctorate in Healthcare Administration Programs

Central Michigan University

• Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University is a great choice for those seeking an accredited doctoral program in healthcare administration. With 56 online programs, 42% of students enrolled at CMU are taking their courses online. Additionally, 97% of students are awarded financial aid, and the average amount of aid awarded per student is $9,297.

The university is located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, and offers 238 total programs, 18 of which are doctoral programs. Students can also take advantage of career-planning resources available through the university.

In terms of tuition, graduate tuition for in-state students is $14,223. For out-of-state students, the cost is $18,909. After financial aid, the average price per student (including undergraduate and graduate students) is $15,758.

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Salary and Demand for Healthcare Administration Occupations

Careers in healthcare administration offer a wide range of salary and job outlooks, depending on the occupation and qualifications. The following lists contain salary information and growth projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for a few careers related to healthcare administration.

Median Annual Salaries

• Medical and health services managers : $104,830
• General and operations managers : $122,860

The BLS also states that the job outlook for several healthcare administration careers is promising.

Job Outlook and Projected Growth (2022-2032)

• Medical and health services managers : 28%
• General and operations managers : 3%

Paying for a Program

From federal grants and loans to state and private financial aid, there are many ways to finance your studies. According to a report from the National Center for Education Statistics DataLab , 10.4% of students pursuing a graduate degree borrowed money to finance their education. Of those who borrowed, the average amount was $25,600.

For those seeking need-based financial aid , the best starting point is typically the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form allows you to apply for federal grants and loans, as well as work-study opportunities. You should also look into state and private financial aid, as well as fellowships.

Online vs. On Campus

The decision between enrolling in an online or on-campus program for a doctorate in healthcare administration depends on many factors. The following lists contain pros and cons for both online and on-campus programs. Students should consider which modality best suits their individual needs and circumstances.

Online Programs

• Flexibility to accommodate a busy schedule
• Convenience of studying from home
• Cost-effective
• Limited or no access to campus community

On-Campus Programs

• Access to campus amenities (gyms, libraries, technology, health and career services, etc.)
• Face-to-face contact with peers and professors
• Can provide a supportive and interactive learning environment
• Can be more expensive (tuition and fees, room and board, etc.)

Public vs. Private

When considering a doctorate in healthcare administration, you will need to decide whether to attend a public or private university. While it is important to note that every school is unique, the following lists contain some general features of both public and private schools that you may want to consider.

• Higher admission rate
• May be more affordable
• Larger class sizes
• Less faculty availability
• More extracurricular activities
• Tend to have more diversity
• Bigger campus
• Lower admission rate
• Tend to be more expensive
• More nuanced programs, but with fewer options
• Smaller class sizes
• More faculty availability
• Close-knit community
• Smaller campus

Applying to a Doctorate in Healthcare Administration Program

When applying to a doctoral program, it is important to consider cost, quality, and reputation. Cost is a major factor for many students, so be sure to compare affordability between different programs. Quality also needs to be taken into account, as different programs offer different levels of academic rigor and support. Finally, research the program or faculty reputation. Strong programs with good reputations in the industry can open professional doors for graduates.

Aside from cost, quality, and reputation, there are many other aspects to consider. Look into the admission requirements, student services, class size, and alumni services. It is also important to make sure the school is accredited to guarantee the quality of your education. Finally, consider the program length, culture, and whether there are accelerated or part-time options available. By researching all of these topics, you can make an informed decision about which program is right for you.

Frequently Asked Questions about Healthcare Administration Degrees

What is the future demand for healthcare administration.

According to the BLS, the employment of medical and health services managers is projected to increase by 28% from 2022 to 2032. This growth is much faster than average.

What is the typical entry-level education required for healthcare administration?

Most jobs in the healthcare administration field require a bachelor's degree, but higher levels of educational attainment generally mean more responsibility and higher compensation.

What is the typical salary for healthcare administrators?

According to BLS, the median annual salary for medical and health service managers was $101,340 in 2021. However, the exact salary may vary depending on job qualifications and location.

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The PhD in Health Policy and Management is an academic degree emphasizing the in-depth expertise necessary for a research career. It emphasizes the integration of theory and research in a focused substantive area (cognate). This includes classroom instruction; non-credit seminars; independent study; research projects; academic apprenticeships; and interaction with faculty, fellow students, and other professionals within and outside the UCLA campus.

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Students must have a minimum of 17 courses (70 units). All students are required to specialize in a particular area of study, a cognate, which requires additional coursework. Of these, 11-12 courses (46-50 units) are required, five courses (20 units) are electives, and remaining units may be fulfilled with additional electives or from the cognate coursework.

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• HLT POL 200A: Health Systems Organization and Financing, I
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• HLT POL 227B: Special Topics in Health Services
• HLT POL 225A: Health Services Research Design (6 Units)
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• HLT POL 423 Practices of Evaluation in Health Services
• HLT POL 237C: Health Services Research Methodology (6 Units)
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• One (or more) additional statistics course (200-level or above) ONLY this additional statistics course may be taken on a Pass/No Pass basis. All other courses MUST be graded.

Elective Courses (5 courses/20 units)

• Students select four or more elective courses

Cognate Requirements

Cognate studies give students a depth of knowledge in a field that is complementary to health policy and management. Students are required to take PhD level coursework that satisfies the requirements of at least one cognate. Students choose a cognate from areas such as economics, epidemiology, health care outcomes research, organizational behavior, and public policy studies, or may design their own cognate with a faculty member.

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Students generally take the qualifying exam after the completion of all course work, usually in the beginning of their third year of doctoral studies. The purpose of the written qualifying exam is to prepare and evaluate students’ knowledge and application of a number of areas, and to assess students’ readiness to undertake independent research.

Dissertation Proposal

The dissertation proposal describes the student’s desired area of research, the methods that will be used to examine relevant data and how it will support the dissertation findings, and explain the dissertation’s contribution to the field.

Dissertation Proposal Defense (Oral Qualifying Examination)

The purpose of the dissertation proposal defense (also known as the oral qualifying examination) is twofold: 1) to evaluate the research being proposed for the dissertation and 2) to assess the student’s ability to conduct this research. The defense focuses on the proposal for the dissertation.

The dissertation reports the results of the research conducted based on the proposal. The dissertation should demonstrate the scientific merit of the work itself and the student’s mastery over its substance and methods. It must demonstrate that the student is qualified to conduct independent research.

Dissertation Defense

The final oral examination is a defense of the dissertation. The purpose of this examination is twofold: 1) to evaluate the research conducted for the dissertation 2) to assess the student’s ability to conduct independent research. The exam focuses on the dissertation.

The PhD is generally obtained in four or five years.

View a list of faculty in the Department of Health Policy and Management.

Many graduates of the program pursue research and teaching careers in health care management and health policy analysis.

Examples of position held by graduates include:

• Tenure-Track Faculty
• Research Director

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Desired Qualifications

In addition to meeting the University’s minimum requirements , the Department of Health Policy and Management recommends a master’s degree in public health or other appropriate graduate degree in a related field with a grade-point average of at least 3.5 for graduate studies. In addition, although not required for admission, research experience in the field is viewed favorably when competing applications are judged. Students do not need to identify a faculty mentor in order to apply for the program.

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This information is intended as an overview, and should be used as a guide only. Requirements, course offerings and other elements may change, and this overview may not list all details of the program. 

Admission requirements listed are departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the  UCLA Graduate Division .

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Doctorate in Healthcare Administration Degrees

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A Doctorate in Healthcare Administration, or DHA degree, is a terminal degree within health administration that can help prepare professionals to become leaders in the healthcare industry, healthcare research and healthcare policy.

Generally speaking, the DHA degree is for established professionals in the healthcare industry as a path to advance their career, a Ph.D. in Health Administration combines the advancements in healthcare technology, business education, and the social sciences into one degree.

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A Ph.D. in Health Administration is best suited for the healthcare professional, either administrative or clinical, that is seeking to advance into a research or academic field.

A Doctorate in Healthcare Administration, or Health Administration, will prepare professionals to become leaders in the healthcare industry, healthcare research and healthcare policy.

Generally sought out by established professionals in the healthcare industry as a path to advance their career, a Ph.D. in Health Administration combines the advancements in healthcare technology, business education, and the social sciences into one degree.

Who Should Pursue a Doctorate in Health Administration?

These professionals may also choose to combine this employment change with a position in government or a specific industry as a consultant. At the Doctorate level, experience is mandatory for both admissions and to be able to get the most out of the educational experience.

A doctorate level degree in Healthcare Administration will not be applicable to a new professional or an individual without direct healthcare experience.

What Does a Typical Doctorate of Health Administration Program Look Like?

Ph.D. programs in Healthcare Administration are found both in the Traditional classroom setting and online, however there are very few programs to choose from. Most programs have modified to use both online classrooms and in-person sessions.

This allows professionals to attend school while continuing to work. Many schools and universities focus on Doctorate programs in Public Health, with options in policy and administration, that can be quite similar to Ph.D. programs in Health Administration.

Pre-Requisites

For most Ph.D. programs, the pre-requisites include a related post-bachloriate degree with around five years of experience in the desired field. Students applying to Ph.D. programs in healthcare administration need to prove proficiency in a variety of topics, from health finance, to organizational behavior, to economics.

Proficiency can be demonstrated either through graduate level course work or professional experience. Career personal statements are also often among the requirements for application.

Curriculum & Classes

Most coursework for a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration will take a minimum of three years. Many programs offer part-time options for classroom work, or will require (or allow) students to teach undergrad or graduate level courses while completing their Ph.D. requirements.

Few programs allow for further specialization within the degree, such as Information Technology or Leadership. The coursework covered will include topics in leadership and management, research methods, policy, and social theories. Class work will focus on theory, but also practical applications of theory.

Successful completion of a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration degree requires successful passing of all courses, potentially long term projects or research, and a final Dissertation or Thesis presentation.

Doctorate in Healthcare Administration FAQs

How does a doctorate in healthcare administration differ from a phd.

One of the primary questions asked by upcoming students in this program may pertain to the difference between these two degrees. Typically, PhD programs may be more preferable for students that wish to work behind the scenes in research and development of healthcare policies, while doctorate learners may work in more hands-on positions in higher level careers in hospitals or other healthcare facilities. The PhD in Healthcare Administration is more focused on the research-based aspects of healthcare service and quality. Professionals at this level may work in more research-driven sectors of healthcare such as policy development and healthcare law. The Doctorate in Healthcare Administration can help students remain in the applied settings of healthcare administration, which can lead to careers in corporate management, quality control or even hospital ownership.

How long will it take to complete this degree?

Before choosing a degree option, you might consider how much of a time investment the degree will be. Students choosing to pursue doctoral-level degree programs may find that the time it takes to complete the degree is small in comparison to the benefits of enrolling. The time it takes you to complete this degree program may be dependent on several different elements. What type of degree did you have before entering this program? If you come straight from your bachelor’s program, you might expect to spend an additional 4 years working on this degree. Those that have already obtained a related master’s program may only require 2-3 years for this program.

What type of work experience should I have before entering into this program?

Work experience in healthcare can be beneficial for upcoming students in healthcare administration. Some programs may require that you have a minimum of 5 years work experience in the healthcare field to be considered for acceptance. However, there may be plenty of programs available for new students that are either interested in pursuing the healthcare field as their first work experience or those that are changing fields mid-career. Work experience may be very important when seeking out leadership positions, so students should pursue opportunities prior to the end of their program.

What can I earn with a Doctorate in Healthcare Administration?

One important factor that may not easily be overlooked for upcoming DHA students is the earning potential. Regardless of which field a person chooses to work in, there are certain considerations that go into making that decision.

As able-bodied adults, most people choose to pursue a career that is worth the time and effort of a degree program and can pay well throughout their experience.

There may be numerous professional paths to consider with a DHA. Some graduates may choose to work for healthcare organizations that oversee the healthcare process from an outwards perspective, while others may seek positions more closely rooted to the application of healthcare services to the public.

Depending on what type of career you are seeking, there may be very different levels of salary for each. Below this section, you can read about the average incomes for higher-tier executives currently working in the healthcare field. See if these salaries are what you expected for degree holders at this level.

• Top Executives – Healthcare : $74,140 on average per year ( BLS ).
• Chief Executives – Healthcare : $196,050 on average per year ( BLS ).

Schools to Consider

Your choice of university can potentially lead you into great quality education programs to help further your career in healthcare administration. All over the United States, there are schools that can help you achieve your goal of achieving higher knowledge in the healthcare field, so that you can pursue a career that utilizes all of your skills.

One university currently offering an online DHA is Franklin University. Students that choose this school can engage with experienced instructors throughout a 3 year program.

A.T. Still University is another option for students interested in pursuing their degree online. This online DHA program requires that applicants hold a minimum 2.5 grade point average from earlier education and have some experience in the healthcare field. If you enroll in this program, you could complete your online DHA degree in 2-3 years.

Courses to Expect in a DHA program

If you make the decision to enroll in a DHA program, you might be intrigued to find that the coursework for this degree focuses on the needs of communities as a whole rather than just individual treatment.

Some of the goals of DHA programs may include providing a more widespread knowledge of the healthcare field, so that professionals can improve the quality of healthcare systems from a wider angle. Take a look below at some of the courses involved in this degree program.

• Population Health : In order to be an effective healthcare professional, students should have a diverse knowledge of the community and population in which they work. Population health can help students learn more about the types of health issues, risks and prevention methods present within their particular research area. Learning more about the overall health of the population can help healthcare professionals address more centralized issues, which can result in better and well-rounded care for all people.
• Research Methods : One of the most important aspects of providing great-quality care is constantly reviewing and improving policies. Research methods can provide students with the skills necessary to conduct knowledgeable and scientifically-accurate research. During this course, students can learn more about the ways to gather information, organize data and analyze results in a way that promotes efficient research. Engaging in this course can help prepare students for a career in gathering evidence to support healthcare change.
• Healthcare Trends : The field of healthcare may be constantly undergoing change. Healthcare technology and policies can be changed due to new information, advanced healthcare procedures and newly released tools. Staying up to date on the latest trends of healthcare can assist students in being more accurate with their knowledge of the field, which can promote success in leadership positions in the field.

Doctorate Versus Master’s in Healthcare Administration

If you are interested in pursuing a higher degree in healthcare administration, it is important to consider your different options and what types of careers they can prepare you for. The 2 most popular choices for students within this field is the Doctorate in Healthcare Administration and the Master’s in Healthcare Administration. Read more below this section to learn about what each degree can provide to you as a student in this discipline.

The Master’s in Healthcare Administration is a great option for healthcare professionals interested in moving out of practicing fields of healthcare. This option could also be useful for students that desire a more influential career in hospitals or healthcare centers across the United States.

The master’s program typically consists of courses that can help students better understand the general operation of healthcare facilities, as well as the organization and application of healthcare services to the public.

The Doctorate in Healthcare Administration may be a better option for students interested in providing advancement in the healthcare field. Graduates at this level can pursue careers in higher positions in the healthcare field, such as corporate hospital management and treatment decision making. The coursework for this degree program may focus more on the broader aspect of healthcare in America, such as overall population health, ethical practices and conflict resolution.

In comparison, these 2 degree programs touch on very different aspects of the healthcare field. As you move towards making your decision, you should consider what type of job you wish to have after graduation as well as the type of influence you wish to have on the people you serve.

As the years progress, changes to the healthcare field could open up even more career opportunities for graduates that have gained extensive knowledge through either of these programs.

School Spotlight:Medical University of South Carolina

The College of Health Professionals at the Medical University of South Carolina has one of the most expansive Doctor of Health Administration Programs Available with three programs to choose from: Executive, Inter-professional, or Information Systems.

Each expands upon the students experiences to teach leadership, research, health policy, and other topics applicable to the specific program chosen by the student.

While the majority of course work is completed online, with instruction from international healthcare leaders, on campus sessions use team building and professionalism to further enhance the learning experience.

Career Options for Doctorate of Health Administration

Job opportunities for individuals with a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration are often found in academic fields as a professor or university president. Outside of academia those with a Ph.D. may find themselves as a highly sought after consultant or as a CEO, CFO or COO for a health system.

Most individuals who choose this degree path have a specific position they are seeking in their organization, or are attending school with the assistance of their employer.

Those with a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration can expect to make around $104,000 yearly, according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics. The vast majority of individuals with a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration are employed in Hospitals, with few in other industries such as pharmaceuticals or business organizations.

The need for Healthcare Executives and Administrators is currently on the rise, but as current lower level employees advance, the need will be driven down ( source ).

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Universities Offering Online PhD in Healthcare Administration Programs

Methodology: The following school list is in alphabetical order. To be included, a college or university must be regionally accredited and offer degree programs online or in a hybrid format.

1. A.T. Still University

Founded in 1892, A.T. Still University (ATSU) is the world’s very first osteopathic medical school. It operates 2 campuses comprised of 6 schools across 200 acres of land. It has 3,100 students coming from 35 countries on average. ATSU offers both residential and online graduate degrees in the field of healthcare.

• EdD in Health Professions

A.T. Still University  is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

2. Arizona State University

Arizona State University or ASU has 5 campuses all in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. It was founded in 1885 as the Territorial Normal School. On average, they have about 80,000 students enrolled at the campuses and 30,000 online.

It’s ranked at the top 1% of the most prestigious schools by the Center for World University Rankings , and it is also considered to have the best graduate schools in the US.

• Doctor of Behavioral Health – Management

ASU  is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges.

3. Atlantic International University

The Atlantic International University is a Hawaii-based distance learning university. The university was founded in 1998 and currently operates out of Honolulu. The idea for the university traces its origins in the 1980s when businesses wanted to provide their employees with continuing education.

Students can now enroll in undergraduate and graduate degrees.

AIU is accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities.

4. Capella University

Capella University is an online university operating out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. It was founded in 1993 as The Graduate School of America. Today, there are about 200 full-time faculty members with over 1,300 part-time teachers. On average, about 38,000 students are enrolled.

• DHA – General Health Administration
• DHA – Health Care Leadership
• DHA – Health Care Quality and Analytics
• DHA – Health Policy and Advocacy

Capella  is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

5. Central Michigan University

Founded in 1892, Central Michigan University or CMU is one of the largest universities operating in Michigan. It also ranked in the largest publicly run universities in America by U.S. News & World Report .

There are about 20,000 students enrolled at their campus at Mount Pleasant, Michigan. They also have a strong online enrolment with 7,000 students enrolled in their online learning programs from over 60 different areas around the world.

CMU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

6. Clarkson College

Clarkson College is a private college with a campus in Omaha, Nebraska that specializes in healthcare. In 1888, Clarkson College started out as a School of Nursing. It was the first nursing school to operate in Nebraska.

More than 130 years later, it has expanded the programs that they offer and now includes online learning programs. At any given time, they have about 1,200 students enrolled.

• EdD in Health Care Education & Leadership

Clarkson College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

7. Colorado Technical University

Colorado Technical University, or CTU, is an accredited university that operates out of Colorado Springs, Colorado. It was founded in 1965 as the Colorado Technical College.

Since the beginning, CTU has had a strong connection to the US Military; it was originally established to train former military personnel to prepare them for civilian life. CTU also gets about 95% of its funds from the US Government through the Department of Defense and the GI Bill.

Enrollment is just over 23,000 for undergraduates and about 2,700 for postgraduates.

• Doctor of Management – Healthcare Management and Leadership

CTU  is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

8. Concordia University – Chicago

Concordia University Chicago is a privately-run liberal arts university with a suburban campus in River Forest, Illinois. CUC was established as Addison Teachers Seminary in 1864. It has since undergone several name changes. The latest was in 2006, which gave the university its current name.

CUC is a part of the Concordia University System that is affiliated with the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod. On average, there are about 5,700 students, over 4,000 of these are postgrads.

• PhD in Leadership – Health & Human Performance

CU Chicago  is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

9. Drexel University

Founded in 1891, Drexel University is a private research university based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvanian. Today’s student population at Drexel stands at 24,190. The school is widely known for its unique cooperative education program that makes paid, real-world experience a part of the educational process.

Drexel undergraduate students can choose to pursue more than 70 undergraduate programs. Students seeking master’s and doctoral programs have more than 100 options.

• Doctor of Health Science

Drexel University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

10. Franklin University

Franklin University, or FU, is a privately-operated university with more than 25 centers in the Midwest. Its headquarters is located in Columbus, Ohio. It traces its beginnings through a YMCA Sponsorship in 1902 and was originally known as YMCA School of Commerce.

A few years later, in 1933, the name was changed to Franklin University, and a few decades later, in 1964, FU formally discontinued its association with YMCA. FU offers strong online healthcare degrees.

Franklin University  is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

11. Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University, or GCU, is a privately-operated university with a campus in urban Phoenix, Arizona. In 2018, it was considered as the biggest Christian university in the entire world in terms of enrolment. There were 70,000 online students and over 20,000 attending campus classes at the time.

GCU was founded in 1949 by the Arizona Southern Baptist Convention. In 2000, GCU officially discontinued its association with the Southern Baptist Convention but retains its roots as a Christian university.

• EdD in Organizational Leadership – Health Care Administration

GCU is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

12. Indiana University

Indiana University, or IU, is a publicly run university with 2 main campuses and 7 satellite campuses. It was founded about 200 years ago in 1820. It was one of the first in the region, and today, it is considered as one of the best public universities all over the world by U.S. News & World Report .

Throughout its 9 campus locations, there are approximately 110,000 students enrolled on average, with 21,000 being postgrads.

• DrPH in Global Health Leadership

IU  is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.

13. Liberty University

Liberty University, or LU, is a privately-operated university with a suburban campus in Lynchburg, Virginia. LU was originally named Lynchburg Baptist College when it was founded in 1971.

It is recognized as one of the universities with the most enrolees in 2017. On average, there are about 15,000 on-campus students and a massive 95,000 online students enrolled. This is divided into about a 50/50 split between undergrads and postgrads.

•  DBA in Healthcare Management

Liberty University  is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

14. Medical University of South Carolina

Medical University of South Carolina or (MUSC) is a publicly operated university with a campus in Charleston, South Carolina. MUSC specializes in medical schooling and other related health care sciences, such as Nursing, Pharmacy, and Dentistry.

It traces its origins to 1824 when the Medical College of South Carolina was incorporated. The original purpose of the private college was to train physicians. In 1913, ownership was transferred formally to the state.

MUSC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

15. National University

National University is a network of nonprofit education institutions headquartered in San Diego, CA. NU was founded in 1971 and now has over 30,000 students enrolled and more than 220,000 alumni from around the world. It is dedicated to providing flexible, quality education for busy adults.

• DBA – Healthcare Administration

National University  is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

16. Nebraska Methodist College

Nebraska Methodist College is a privately-operated college that has an urban campus in Omaha, Nebraska. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. It was founded in 1891 with only 6 young women as students.

Today, the college has about 640 undergrads and about 65 graduate students enrolled at any given time.

• EdD in Education & Leadership – Healthcare

Nebraska Methodist College  is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

17. Nova Southeastern University

Nova Southeastern University is a privately-run university that has a suburban 480-acre campus in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It traces its origins to Nova University of Advanced Technology, which was chartered in 1964.

In 1994, the Nova University of Advanced Technology completed a merger with Southeastern University of the Health Sciences to create what was to be known as Nova Southeastern University, or NSU. At present, NSU has about 20,000 students, with more than 15,000 being postgrads.

• DHS – Education in the Health Care Professions
• DHS – Global Health
• DHS – Telehealth

NSU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

18. Radford University

Radford University is a publicly-operated university with a 204-acre campus in Radford, Virginia. Radford University was founded in 1910 as the State Normal and Industrial School for Women at Radford.

In the 1970s, the college started accepting male students to become coed. Its university status was granted in 1979. Today, average enrolment is at about 9,400 students, with postgrads accounting for only 1,100.

• DHS – Healthcare Administration
• DHS – Community and Public Health

Radford University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

19. Regent University

Regent University is a privately-owned and run Christian university that has a suburban campus in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It was founded in 1977, originally as Christian Broadcasting Network University and is affiliated with the Interdenominational Evangelical company.

In 1990, the university changed its name to what it is now. On average, there are about 8,600 students enrolled. About 3,900 of these are postgrads.

• DSL – Healthcare Leadership

Regent University  is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

20. Rivier University

Rivier University is a privately-owned and operated university with a suburban campus in Nashua, New Hampshire. It is affiliated with the Catholic Church.

Rivier University was established in 1933 by the congregation, the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary as an all-female college. Their first location was in Hudson but was then moved to Nashua where it is now. It was only in 1991 that the college started accepting male undergrads.

Today, there are over 2,200 students enrolled, of which are 850 postgrads.

• DNP – Systems Leadership

Rivier University  is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.

21. Rosalind Franklin University

Rosalind Franklin University, or RFU, is a privately-operated graduate school with a 97-acre urban campus in North Chicago, Illinois. It traces its origins to the establishment of the Chicago Hospital – College of Medicine, its predecessor.

The university was only christened its present name in 2004 after a series of name changes throughout the years. RFU has around 2,100 students enrolled.

• PhD in Interprofessional Healthcare Studies

RFU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

22. Rush University

Rush University is a privately-operated university with an 8-acre urban campus in Chicago, Illinois. Rush University traces its beginnings to 1837 when the Rush Medical College was chartered by Illinois. However, it was only in 1843 that the college was officially opened to 22 students in a 4-month course.

Today, after 175 years, there are now, on average, about 2,000 students enrolled.

• PhD in Health Sciences

Rush University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

23. Trident University

Trident University International is a privately-owned and run online university operating out of Cypress, California. It was established in 1998 as the Touro University International, a member of the Touro College and University System. In 2007, the university was acquired by Summit Partners and split from the Touro College and University Systems to stand as an independent institution.

TUI offers superior online education because it is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges. On average, TUI has about 6,100 students enrolled.

• PhD in Health Sciences – Global Health
• PhD in Health Sciences – Health Policy and Administration

Trident University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission.

24. University of Alabama – Birmingham

The University of Alabama – Birmingham is a public research university run by the state of Alabama. UAB, as it is fondly called by its students, has a sprawling campus in the downtown Birmingham area that spans over 100 blocks. It was founded in 1969.

On average, it has about 22,000 students, about 8,000 of which are postgrads.

Their DSc program is offered through an interdisciplinary approach that includes the school of Health Professions, the School of Business, Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing.

• Executive DSc in Healthcare Leadership

UAB  is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

25. University of Bridgeport

The University of Bridgeport is a private university in Bridgeport, Connecticut, with an annual enrollment nearing 5,500. UB offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral studies to a student population consisting of learners from 80 countries and 46 states.

Founded in 1927, University of Bridgeport maintains a campus featuring Victorian homes built by historic business owners like P. T. Barnum.

The  University of Bridgeport  is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

26. University of Illinois – Chicago

The University of Illinois at Chicago is a public research university run by the state of Illinois. UIC has a 244-acre urban campus in Chicago, Illinois. It was founded in 1982, but its origins date about a hundred years back to several privately-run health science colleges.

On average, there are 33,000 students, 11,000 which are postgrads.

• Doctor in Public Health Leadership

The  University of Illinois at Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

27. University of Mississippi Medical Center

Founded in 1995, The University of Mississippi Medical Center is the 164-acre campus of the University of Mississippi that houses all colleges in the health sciences. These include, Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacology. It’s also a hospital that has over 700 beds and has a Level 1 Emergency Room.

UMMC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

28. University of North Carolina

The University of North Carolina, or simply UNC, is a public university system that operates multiple campuses sprawled across 17 locations in the state of North Carolina. UNC also offers fully online programs for students. Its origins date back to 1789 with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Throughout its 17 campuses and online, average enrolment is at about 220,000 students, 46,000 of which are postgrads.

• Executive DrPH in Health Leadership

UNC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

29. University of Phoenix

The University of Phoenix is a privately-owned university that operates out of Phoenix, Arizona. It serves its students through fully online programs and therefore has no physical campus. It was founded in 1976 with only 8 students.

Today, enrolment numbers are over 100,000. The mission of the University of Phoenix is to provide students with easy access to opportunities in education to develop academic and professional knowledge to help them achieve their career goals.

UOPX is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

30. Walden University

Walden University is a privately-owned university that is classified as a Public Benefit Corporation as authorized by Minnesota. It is an online university that was founded in 1970 for adult learners and teachers who want to pursue their doctorates.

Today, there are about 50,000 students enrolled in the Walden University system.

• PsyD in Behavioral Health Leadership

Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.

Online Doctoral Programs in Healthcare Administration

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Analytics and Improvement

Business leadership.

• Healthcare Administration

Healthcare Education

Healthcare operations, policies and regulations, public health.

As a doctoral student, you have the option to tailor your studies toward one particular aspect of healthcare administration by choosing a concentration and taking a set of classes designed to refine your knowledge of that field.

Specializations & Career Paths

Depending on your interests, you can choose to pursue any of the following 7 areas of study for your healthcare administration degree online .

Choosing to study data analysis can help you make your healthcare system the best it. This concentration can help you gain skills need to gather data and put it to work for your organization. Data analytics can help you improve care quality, health outcomes, and resource management.

This field is suited for professionals who enjoy looking at the big picture of an organization from behind the scenes. Common duties for careers in this field include being able to see what’s working and what isn’t based on empirical data and making the proper recommendations for change. You may also design the methodology of how to gather the appropriate data most accurately.

If you want to hold an executive position in a hospital system, then this concentration can help you learn the skills that you need. It can be a good alternative to pursuing a Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) with a healthcare administration specialty.

Coursework in this concentration typically covers topics such as finance, strategic planning, marketing, and data analytics. This specialization may be ideal for people who want a hands-on experience steering their organization to success.

General Healthcare Administration

For a degree program that gives you an overview of many aspects of administration, consider selecting a generalist concentration. It may be an ideal approach for professionals who bear a wide assortment of responsibilities and would prefer not to limit themselves to one specialization. You may have the option to take electives.

This area of stud can help prepare you to step into a wide variety of roles in a large organization or to manage a smaller practice singlehandedly.

Knowledge can help to improve healthcare outcomes. With a specialization in education, you may become a patient educator or care coordinator who helps people learn to improve their own well-being. You might also hold a teaching position in which you help healthcare students or continuing-education professionals gain new skills.

This specialization is suited for those who enjoy communicating with and mentoring others.

If you excel at balancing today’s details with the long-term vision for your organization’s success, then you might want to consider this concentration. Operations students discuss ways to manage the daily business of a healthcare system, and they study what is involved in setting and reaching organizational goals.

Like Analytics, you’ll probably be mostly behind the scenes vision casting how to best move your organization from where it is to where it could be.

Rather than managing healthcare systems, some administration students desire to work at the state or federal level to influence healthcare policy. This concentration focuses on the politics and laws behind healthcare. It can help equip you with strategies for crafting policies and working to change current rules and regulations as needed.

Even if you’re not interested in working in a regulatory capacity, you might want to consider this career path if you’re interested in helping your organization remain in compliance with the applicable laws.

Focusing on public health can help you affect health outcomes on a community-wide level by focusing on public health. Your studies can help you learn how to evaluate the needs of a population, implement programs, improve health education, and analyze the results of your initiatives. You may also learn about healthcare advocacy for disadvantaged or underrepresented people groups.

Out of all the specializations, this one may be the best one suited for professionals who enjoy working with people at the grassroots level. It can help you become an agent of change from the perspective of the patient.

Online PhD in Healthcare Programs

Hospitals and other healthcare systems are businesses, but they have a unique focus: caring for people’s bodies and minds. So, serving in a leadership capacity within a medical system requires a specific set of skills and knowledge. A Doctorate in Healthcare Administration is a degree that can help prepare you for those high-level positions.

Administrative healthcare professionals are responsible for the operations and business success of the organizations for which they work. Big decisions often rest on their shoulders, so they need to have strong critical-thinking skills.

It helps if they’re good at visualizing the big picture while also keeping an eye on the details. These are skills and abilities that a doctoral program can help refine.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Healthcare field is expected to grow by 32% over the next 10 years.

The American healthcare system can be complicated. Politics, insurance matters, and other issues add complexity to caring for people in sickness and in health. A doctoral program can help you gain the knowledge and insight needed to navigate this system. Your expertise can help doctors take care of patients while you handle the business side of healthcare.

You may already have firsthand insight into healthcare leadership. If you’ve been working in this field for years, then you probably know how important qualified leaders and administrators are to a health system. You’ll probably draw on your professional experience time and again as you go through your doctoral program.

Many universities require you to have several years of experience working in the field before you’ll be admitted to their programs.

Most online doctoral programs offer the same sort of rigorous educational experience that you would get from on-campus classes. However, they usually feature more flexible schedules and are designed with working professionals in mind. If your goal is to juggle your job, your family and your schooling, then an online healthcare administration program may be ideal.

Types of Doctoral Healthcare Administration Programs

Once you decide that a doctoral degree in healthcare administration is for you, the next step is to choose the type of doctoral program that best fits your plans and interests.

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

If you decide to go the DBA route, then you can earn a business degree with a healthcare specialization. This concentration typically requires an assortment of core classes that apply to students in many business settings and then a few additional healthcare-specific courses.

If you already have an MHA, this may be a good option because it can help you obtain a broader knowledge base. Some DBA programs require dissertations, but not all do.

Doctor of Health Administration (DHA)

Unlike in a DBA program, nearly all of the classes that you take in a DHA program will likely be directly related to health sciences and healthcare. If you pursue a DHA, you may be able to earn a generalist degree or work toward a particular specialization to further refine your healthcare leadership skills. As with DBA programs, not all schools require a dissertation for a DHA.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

People who earn DHA or DBA degrees often work directly in the field; for example, they may serve as leaders in hospital systems. PhD holders often have a different goal in mind: working in academia.

If you are interested in teaching in a university setting or creating original research related to healthcare administration, then a PhD in Healthcare Administration may be a good choice. Be prepared to complete a dissertation as part of your program.

For a number of students, the dissertation requirement is a deciding factor as it is such a lengthy, intensive process. Professional doctorates do not require dissertations in all cases. In fact, a capstone project is becoming more common.

Your doctoral curriculum can help you obtain advanced knowledge of healthcare systems and business leadership. Programs vary from school to school, but your coursework may include classes like the ones below.

As you can see, a doctorate in Health Admin is a robust course of study. If these classes pique your interest, you may be looking at the right degree for you.

Healthcare Administration Careers & Employment Outlook

Many people who graduate with a Doctorate in Healthcare Administration desire to work in a managerial, administrative, or executive role in a hospital or other healthcare organization.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of management positions in the field of medical and health services is predicted to increase by 32% for the next ten years. That is is significantly higher than the national average for job growth.

Medical and health services managers earn an average of $104,280 annually. It’s important to note that this average includes employees who hold only bachelor’s or master’s degrees.

Earning your professional doctorate or PhD in this field can help open the doors for some of the top-paying executive positions in hospitals or healthcare systems. Applicable titles may include Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, or Chief Operating Officer.

Other graduates become presidents or vice presidents of healthcare organizations. Throughout all fields, top executives make an average annual salary of $107,680, and chief executives earn an average salary of about $160,950 each year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Serving as a top-level hospital executive is just one of the many positions that you could pursue after earning your doctoral degree. You should find many career paths open to you after completing your schooling. Your options, with average salaries from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, include:

• Compliance officer : Ensure that healthcare organizations are abiding by applicable laws and regulations. The average annual salary is $71,100.
• Health educator : Help people learn to take charge of their own health. The average salary is around $56,500 per year.
• Management analyst : Suggest ways that healthcare organizations could improve their efficiency and effectiveness. You might make an annual salary of $87,660.
• Pharmaceutical executive : Hold a top-level position in a company that manufactures prescription drugs. Managers in this field make an average of $145,000, and chief executives make $208,000.
• University faculty : Change the face of healthcare by empowering students to make a difference in their communities. Postsecondary teachers make an average of $80,560 each year. Those who teach health specialties may make $99,090 annually.

Your new job title and earnings potential start with earning your new degree.

Admissions & Prerequisites

Doctoral programs in this field can be quite rigorous, so admissions committees can be rather selective about whom they allow into their doctoral tracks. Understanding the admissions requirements ahead of time can help you determine whether this is the right season for you to apply for these programs.

Most schools expect you to have experience in the field before pursuing your healthcare administration doctoral degree. Often, the admissions requirements stipulate that you must have already held a healthcare leadership position for three to five years.

Others expect several years of professional experience, but that experience does not have to be limited to work in the healthcare field .

Your previous education plays a role in whether you will be admitted to a doctoral program. Most schools expect to see a previous GPA of at least 2.5 or 3.0. Some will make exceptions for lower grades if you have a compelling, well-crafted essay to go along with your application.

Holding a master’s degree in health administration online can prove beneficial. In fact, some schools may waive some of their admissions requirements for students who have already demonstrated their competence at the graduate level. For example, a school may allow a master’s holder into its doctoral program even if the student doesn’t have the required number of years of work experience.

Having a master’s degree may also exempt you from minimum GPA requirements.

GRE test scores are required for some Doctorate in Healthcare Administration programs. However, there are a number of schools that don’t ask students to take this test, or they offer waivers for qualifying students. Work experience, previous graduate degrees, professional certifications, or high GPAs are commonly used as the basis for GRE waivers.

Whether or not a school requires GRE testing before admission, it’s likely that you’ll need to provide test scores that prove your English proficiency if this is your second language.

When applying for a doctoral program, you may need to submit an application, an essay or personal statement, your school transcripts, and proof of your professional experience. Most schools will ask for a set number of letters of recommendation; in general, these should come from professional colleagues or associates.

If the GRE or other testing is required, you’ll need to submit your scores or proof that you qualify for a waiver.

Accreditation

In order for your Doctorate in Healthcare Administration to help you reach your career goals, you must earn your degree from an accredited school. Accreditation shows that a university is reputable and that its graduates possess a sufficient body of knowledge and competence.

Consider the following types of accreditation as you decide on a university:

Regional Accreditation

• All universities should hold accreditation from a regional accrediting body that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation .

Industry-Specific Accreditation

• Although this certification is not completely essential for a doctoral program in healthcare administration, many of the schools in this field have received accreditation from the Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). To receive this distinction, a school’s curriculum must meet rigorous standards.

Additional Accreditation

• If you are earning an online degree, consider enrolling in a school that has been recognized by the Distance Education and Training Council Accrediting Commission .

Before enrolling in a graduate program, ensure that the school is properly accredited and that it maintains its accreditation throughout your course of study.

Financial Aid

Grants and loans can help you afford a doctoral program. The federal government offers both of these types of financial aid. To see what type of help you qualify for, start by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

In addition, your state may offer grants and loans for doctoral students. Scholarships are sometimes available through schools or independent organizations, and your university may be able to set up a payment plan.

What are the Advantages of Earning My Healthcare Admin Degree Online?

When you enroll in an online program, school administrators usually assume that you’re also working full time. Courses tend to be designed to accommodate adult schedules and workloads. Most schools allow students to listen or view lectures at any time. Schools that require logging in to watch live lectures usually schedule them on the weekends rather than during peak work hours.

You may also enjoy the ability to receive education from a myriad of schools nationwide without having to move closer to any particular campus. And because online programs don’t require as much in-person attendance, your tuition is often lower.

How Long Will it Take to Earn My PhD in Healthcare Administration?

The normal range is between 4 and 7 years, but if you have the time, you can enroll in accelerated healthcare administration programs .

You may also earn credit toward your degree based on your prior education and work experience, which could significantly reduce your course load and total time spent earning your degree. Some students can graduate after 2.5 or 3 years, especially when they take advantage of online programs.

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A Doctorate in Healthcare Administration can help you obtain the skills and knowledge needed to serve in healthcare organizations’ top-level positions. Your work can lead to a satisfying career because it can open the door to opportunities to help hospitals and clinics make a difference in people’s lives. In addition, it will let you pursue jobs in a typically well-paying field with continual job growth.

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Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)

The Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) focuses on leadership, service and innovation in the healthcare management field. This program equips students to become effective leaders as they learn to tackle healthcare challenges of cost, access and quality with innovative solutions, cutting-edge technology and industry best practices. With specialized tracks, students will hone their skills and be prepared for work in a variety of fields.

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Trevecca’s MHA equips students with the skills to succeed in the competitive field of healthcare management. The program focuses on leadership, service, innovation, technology, information security and value-based management as they apply to the growing healthcare industry.

Program Benefits

• Complete your degree online in 18 months with no residency requirements.
• Continue to work and focus on your other priorities while earning your degree, taking one course at a time with all materials delivered to you.
• Utilize a built-in support system and complete your degree alongside others who are working toward similar goals through Trevecca’s cohort model.
• Establish a sustained advantage in a competitive market with a focus on healthcare innovation.
• Learn from faculty who possess the highest degrees in their fields and have relevant and valuable real-world experience.

What to Expect

As a student in Trevecca’s MHA program, you’ll learn the theories and practices surrounding the three pillars of healthcare: cost, access and quality. Our leadership focus will help you to become a patient-centered, effective and self-aware leader in healthcare management.

Choosing one of our specialty tracks gives you another level of expertise within healthcare administration that can set you apart. The tracks include:

• Data analytics
• Entrepreneurship and innovation
• Healthcare administration
• Human resources management
• Interdisciplinary studies
• Management and leadership
• Nonprofit leadership and management
• Project management
• Public administration

These will enable you to move forward in your career with expertise that will set you apart in your field. You’ll also improve your organizational, critical thinking, communication and decision-making skills. You’ll work with cutting-edge technology; learn industry trends; and identify best practices for cost containment, patient access and overall healthcare experience. The research component of the program will allow you to connect with current industry leaders and complete a field experience or industry project. In just 18 months, you’ll be fully equipped to serve in your desired field.

Why Choose Trevecca?

Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.

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Get details on all the courses you’ll complete as you work toward this degree at Trevecca.

Financial Aid & Costs

Nearly every student at Trevecca receives some form of assistance in paying for college. Learn all about the affordability of a TNU education and options for receiving aid.

Here’s a look at the approximate tuition rates you could expect for this program at Trevecca, including the cost per credit hour and the total tuition expense for the full degree program. Please note that rates and fees are subject to change.

*$150 Student Resource Fee assessed per course. $100 estimated book cost per course. Additional fees assessed on a course-by-course basis*

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• Request official transcripts from your undergraduate institution.

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• Have earned a bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by a  CHEA-recognized regional accrediting agency  or the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Students who do not meet these degree requirements may be conditionally accepted in accordance with the   Conditional Admission Policy
• 2.75 cumulative GPA for all prior coursework
• Completion of a college-level math course with a grade of C or higher
• Completion of a college-level English course with a grade of C or higher
• Provide photocopy of government-issued identification (e.g., driver's license, state ID, military ID or passport). This requirement ensures that Trevecca complies with the U.S. Department of Education expectations for student verification. (This is only required for students enrolled in an online program.)

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We understand life is busy and you may not have time to attend class on campus. You can earn your degree with us while focusing on one class at a time, any time—24/7. Through Trevecca Online, classes are taught digitally through our learning management system, Blackboard. Additionally, books and materials are delivered to your front door. And when we say the degree is entirely online, we mean it. Our program is structured so that you never have to step foot on campus—not even once!

Our online students also benefit from a cohort model, where students begin and complete their degree alongside a group of other online classmates working toward similar goals.

• Data Analytics
• Introduction to Data Analytics 
• Processing Data for Decision-Making
• Leading Data Analytics Projects
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation 
• New Venture Creation 
• Small Business Management
• Healthcare Administration
• Legal and Regulatory Issues in Healthcare
• Quality Healthcare Management
• Healthcare Strategy
• Human Resources Management
• Strategic Human Resource Management 
• Staffing and Development 
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• Introduction to Nonprofit Leadership and Management 
• Raising Human and Financial Resources for Nonprofits 
• Fiscal Administration in Nonprofits
• Project Management
• Introduction to Project and Program Management 
• Project Schedule and Risk Management 
• Cost, Contract and Procurement Management
• Public Administration
• Public Policy
• State and Local Government Structure, Law, and Practice
• Change Management and Strategic Planning for Complex Public/Nonprofit Organizations

Mission Statement

Trevecca Nazarene University's Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program is committed to excellence in providing accessible, diverse, immersive, student-centered, and collaborative educational experiences for adult learners that thoroughly prepare graduates for leadership and service in healthcare administration. The program uses biblical principles and healthcare management core competencies to promote the holistic development of critical thinking, emotional intelligence, social awareness, problem-solving, and executive-level decision-making. Whether seeking an entry-level or advancing from a mid to senior-level leadership role, graduates will be equipped to provide strategic, innovative leadership to manage daily operations, execute industry best practices, and address the changing landscape of healthcare delivery in various settings. To illuminate the learning experience, Trevecca students engage with faculty who are industry practitioners and academic scholars with over 130 years of combined healthcare leadership experience.

Vision Statement

Trevecca's MHA Program will be a premier provider of an accessible, Christian-based healthcare management curriculum that prepares students nationwide for career entry or advancement in diverse healthcare settings.

Values Statement

As aligned with its mission and vision, Trevecca's MHA Program values the following:

• Authenticity
• Stewardship

The following are required costs to complete the courses related to this program:

• HCL5140 - Principles of Leadership and Strategy Pre-Assessment Exam: $45
• HCL6115 - Value-Based Financial Management & Budgeting Mid-Point Assessment Exam: $45
• HCL6205 - Capstone Project: Addressing Real-Time Health Care Challenges and HCL6240 - Health Industry Field Experience Post-Assessment Exam: $45

Career Opportunities: Master of Healthcare Administration

With a MHA, you’ll be ready to advance your career and tap into higher earning potential. When combined with your work experience, your degree will position you to be competitive in the following roles:

Degree and 1-4 Years Work Experience:

• Supervisory positions
• Coordinator/specialist roles in specific areas)
• Office manager
• Business manager
• Associate administrator
• Administrative coordinator

Degree and 5+ Years Work Experience:

• Regional vice president (corporate level)
• Hospital administrator
• Nursing home administrator (must possess state licensure)
• Executive director
• Associate C-Suite level 
• Senior VP level(s)
• Chief executive officer
• Chief operating officer
• Health information director
• Director of operations
• Program manager
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• Phil Rickard Professor & Assistant Director, MBA | Director, Public Administration
• Ty Tabernik Professor, Information Technology
• Brandee Norris Director, Programs in Healthcare Administration; Associate Professor of Healthcare Administration and Management
• Joshua Smith Associate Professor, Business
• Edmund McFadden Assistant Professor of Healthcare Administration
• Tammy Curtis Adjunct Faculty
• Kathleen Mandato Adjunct Faculty
• Todd Staley Adjunct Faculty

“The program has also helped develop research academic skills to a much deeper level thus enhancing my professional competency.”

Get details on all the courses you’ll complete as you work toward this degree at Trevecca.*

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This course evaluates dynamics of healthcare organizations and suggests ways healthcare leaders might influence organizational behavior among personnel to attain desirable outcomes and meet organizational goals.

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The industry field experience offers students an opportunity to shadow healthcare professionals in various roles and settings. Students will obtain real-world experience and gain exposure to multiple disciplines within the landscape of healthcare administration. Successful completion of the field experience will assist students with identifying areas of interest specific to their chosen career pathway. The industry field experience is a required, 120- hours, 12-week course for students enrolled in the M.S. Healthcare Administration Program who possess less than three (3) years of healthcare experience.

* HCL 6230 Health Industry Field Experience Continuation is available if students need more time to complete the 12-week, 120 hours field experience.

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*For a complete list of courses, tracks and other relevant information, view the program's course catalog.

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The Nursing Administration and Transformational Leadership track within the MSN in Leadership in Nursing prepares nurse leaders for a myriad of healthcare institutions and agencies, especially for healthcare administration and leadership roles that are expanding in scope and intensifying in complexity. The classes are 100% online with flexible practicum experience in healthcare settings and takes only four semesters to complete if you enroll full time. A part-time schedule is also available. The majority of learning uses an asynchronous format with an occasional synchronous session.

The Nursing Administration and Transformational Leadership track prepares nursing graduates for administrative and executive positions in healthcare. The program is grounded in practice and guided by healthcare theory and research. Emphasis is on understanding and developing leadership competencies identified by the American Organization of Nursing Leadership; healthcare finance; understanding data and evidence; change management; creation of  a healthy practice environment; and organizing high quality care delivery systems. The online/web enhanced track focuses on:

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• Leadership strategies in change management
• Transformational leadership skills, organization assessment, and human resource management
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• Ethical decision making and conflict management

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Admission decisions for acceptance into Kennesaw State University’s Leadership in Nursing Program Master of Science in Nursing are based on overall evaluation of the following components:

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing from a nationally accredited institution with a satisfactory GPA of at least 3.0
• Current unencumbered RN licensure in the state of practice (submit copy)
• A formal statement of personal goals for the program
• Undergraduate research course
• Two professional letters of reference

No GRE is required. 

Priority Deadline, January 15th; Regular Deadline April 28th. (To ensure you are considered for the next entry point, submit your application, application fee and required documentation by the priority deadline. Following the priority date, applications are reviewed until the program cap is reached. To check program availability, email  [email protected]

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Up to 9 semester hours or 15 quarter hours of graduate work from other accredited institutions may be transferred. This work must correspond to the MSN curriculum at Kennesaw State University. Decisions regarding potential transfer will be made by the Associate Program Director.

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Students must earn a grade of B (80) or better in each course to progress in the program. See the Graduate Catalog link for Academic Policies for further information about Academic Warning and Academic Exclusion.

Candidacy for Graduation

To graduate a grade of B (80) or better is required in all courses. MSN candidates must petition to graduate at least one semester prior to completion of their degree requirements.

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Are you a healthcare professional who would like to move into a more advanced role in leadership, management or administration? The Health Sciences Management Certificate will prepare you with the skills, knowledge and experience you need to open new doors in your career.

Centering on real-world healthcare challenges, coursework covers the core competencies recognized by the Healthcare Leadership Alliance of the American College of Healthcare Executives , ensuring you gain a thorough understanding of healthcare administration and the business of medicine.

You’ll learn from faculty who are industry-seasoned experts in their respective areas and engage in rich discussions with classmates who bring diverse perspectives and experiences. Courses, which cover issues ranging from the universal, such as leadership, quality improvement and ethics, to the more nuanced, like health information systems and healthcare finance, offer you the breadth of insight needed to be successful in an administrative or leadership position. You will walk away ready to tackle challenges in today’s healthcare industry. 

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• Graduate Certificate; 18 credits/ 6 courses
• Start dates: August, January, June
• Flexible, hybrid format including synchronous and asynchronous classes
• On average, students take one to two courses per term, including the summer, and take 18 - 24 months to complete the certificate
• Gain a deep understanding of the business of healthcare through an affordable program
• Learn strategies to drive efficiency and deliver innovative solutions
• Build your network while you learn from clinicians and experts in long-term care, healthcare administration and business management  

This Program Was a Differentiator For Me

Scps’s program offers advantages:.

• Flexible programming: with core courses offered regularly, you can stay on your desired learning journey.
• One tuition rate: you’ll pay the same tuition whether you reside in Virginia or out-of-state.
• Learn from Faculty who are experts in their industries and are experienced in teaching. They understand the demands adult learners need to juggle and structure courses so you can balance your personal and professional life while learning.
• Synchronous learning opportunities : you’ll join online classes and can ask questions, dig deeper and learn from instructors and classmates.  

Key Industry Information:

Medical and health services managers.

Source:  Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor: Medical and Health Services Manage rs.

• Estimated Cost: $611 per credit hour or $10,998 for the entire program. Students pay per course, per semester. Tuition is the same in-state and out-of-state.
• This program is not eligible for financial aid but may be covered by your employer’s education benefits program. 
• You may take advantage of an optional, interest-free semester-based payment plan offered by the University to help spread the cost of eligible charges over monthly payment.
• Additional fees may apply, including course materials. Tuition rates are adjusted annually.

Tuition Details

New and returning students in certificate or degree programs in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies are eligible to apply for the Enslaved Ancestors College Access Scholarship Program . 

DEADLINE INFORMATION

• To begin in the fall (August): application must be submitted by July 1
• To begin in the spring (January): application must be submitted by November 1
• To begin in the summer (May): application must be submitted by April 1

APPLICATION INFORMATION

This is a graduate-level certificate course. Applicants must have an undergraduate degree.

Students with the following qualifications will be given admission preference:

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the approved majors: an allied health care field, natural sciences, health sciences, social sciences, or business/commerce, 
• Bachelor’s degree in any major with 2 years of work experience in the health care field
• Preferred GPA of 3.0
• Submit your unofficial transcripts. Offers of admission are not binding until official transcripts are received and verified.
• Application for Virginia In-State Education Privileges to establish residency.

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Student Experience

Required courses (4).

Focuses on the management concepts, theories, responsibilities, functions, and leadership skills for managers in health care organizations (HCOs). Students will evaluate and analyze health care operations, the health care environment, and issues in management and leadership. Students will apply managerial skills and strategies to improve performance, quality, and decision making in HCOs. 

Focuses on the unique integration of public health and health care systems. Provides students with key knowledge and skills to effectively promote health and prevent disease, while navigating public health and health care challenges. Emphasizes the identification of populations at risk, evidence-based care, care coordination, patient and community engagement, and reporting of outcomes.  

Provides basic overview of economic and financial management concepts in health care. Introduces important economic concepts and issues in health care, including market factors, production, costs, labor issues, and economic evaluation. Provides an overview of basic financial management principles, capital planning and financing, financial statements, and budgeting in health care organizations. Prerequisite: admission to graduate certificate.  

Examines how informatics in the health care industry improves patient care, health outcomes, efficiency, quality, and evidence-based decision making. Evaluates challenges and strategies for health care managers in implementing health information systems and their costs, benefits, and impacts in health care organizations. Analyzes key issues in data management, security, privacy, and confidentiality. Prerequisite: admission to graduate certificate.  

Elective Courses (2)

Provides introduction to health care management to promote competency development in the field. Integrates theory and practice through course presentations, readings, online discussions, experiential exercises, case studies, and written assignments. Emphasizes the application of critical thinking, problem solving, and design skills within multi-disciplinary environment to health care practice.  

Focuses on principles and theories of law related to health care delivery, management, and administration. Examines the applications of laws on health care liability prevention and risks facing managers. Explores legal and ethical issues in health care systems. Investigates the health care administrator as decision maker, leader, and moral agent. Evaluates situations with potential ethical/legal implications. 

Explores the concepts and organizational factors impacting service delivery and quality management in health care. Examines service excellence processes/resources to improve customer service and quality. Applies strategies to address challenges in quality and service management. Focuses on the concepts, theories, and applications to improve decision making in quality and customer service. Prerequisite: admission to graduate certificate. 

Provides foundational overview of the structure/function of US health care system, including challenges and opportunities to develop competence in health care management. Promotes critical discussion of history and current status of health care delivery systems. Examines challenges facing providers, patients, and policy makers, and uses current events to explore health care controversies. Prerequisite: admission to graduate certificate. 

Moves through individual, group, and organizational levels of behavior, drawing on concepts and practices from the field of Organizational Behavior (OB). Provides a basic understanding of one's own and others' behavior, particularly in teams, and enhances students' ability to communicate and work effectively with others. Focuses on core leadership skills. Prerequisites: admission to graduate certificate and completion of PSHM 5010 or 5020.  

This course expands the full body of knowledge of Human Resources Management and surveys the impact of the HRM function and its influence upon the organization as a whole. The course will look at the strategic impact of talent management and the labor force on organizations in the 21st century. It will review the challenges senior leaders face in hiring top talent, and engaging, motivating and retaining the best and brightest employees.

Focuses on how to assess the value of IT investments and align technical strategies with business strategies. Introduces Porter's Five Forces Model, the value chain, technology payoff metrics, and risk analysis. Explores ways to leverage disruptive technologies for competitive advantage. Application of various models and frameworks is achieved through assignment. Prerequisite: admission to graduate certificate or instructor permission. 

The information contained on this web site is for informational purposes only. The  Undergraduate Record and Graduate Record  represent the official repository for academic program requirements.

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Bauman Moscow State Technical University

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Established in 1830, the Bauman Moscow State Technical University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Moscow (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Mytishchi. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, Bauman Moscow State Technical University (BMSTU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Russian higher education institution. Bauman Moscow State Technical University (BMSTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 194-year-old Russian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. BMSTU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

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University Identity

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Bauman Moscow State Technical University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Bauman Moscow State Technical University's academic range and degree level offering.

This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:

• Applied Arts
• Museum Studies
• Performing Arts
• Religion and Theology
• Visual Arts
• Other Arts & Humanities Studies
• Accounting / Finance
• Anthropology / Archaeology
• Business / Commerce / Management
• Communication and Media Studies
• Development Studies
• Library and Information Science
• Physical Education / Sport Science
• Political and International Studies
• Social Policy / Public Administration
• Social Work
• Sociology / Psychology
• Tourism / Hospitality
• Other Business & Social Science Studies
• Aboriginal / Indigenous People Studies
• African Studies
• American & Caribbean Studies
• Ancient and Modern Languages
• Asian Studies
• English Studies
• European Studies
• French Studies
• Germanic Studies
• Indian / South Asian Studies
• Italian Studies
• Middle Eastern Studies
• Portuguese Studies
• Russian / Eastern European Studies
• Spanish Studies
• Other Language & Cultural Studies
• Anaesthesia
• Biomedical Science
• Dermatology
• Medicine / Surgery
• Natural / Alternative Medicine
• Obstetrics / Gynaecology
• Optometry / Ophthalmology
• Orthopaedics
• Otorhinolaryngology
• Radiography
• Speech / Rehabilitation / Physiotherapy
• Other Medical & Health Studies
• Aeronautical Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Architectural Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil and Environmental Engineering
• Computer and IT Engineering
• Electronic and Electrical Engineering
• General Engineering
• Geological Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering
• Mining and Metallurgical Engineering
• Other Engineering Studies
• Agriculture / Forestry / Botany
• Aquaculture / Marine Science
• Architecture
• Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology
• Computer / Information Technology
• Energy / Environmental Studies
• Food Science
• Mathematics / Statistics
• Neuroscience
• Pharmacy / Pharmacology
• Textiles and Fibre Science
• Zoology / Veterinary Science
• Other Science & Technology Studies

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Programs and Courses

Courses and programs.

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Tuition Fees

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Admission Information

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Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).

Admission Selection

Has Bauman Moscow State Technical University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.

Admission Rate

Bauman Moscow State Technical University's acceptance rate range is not reported.

International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Admission Office

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Size and Profile

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Student Enrollment

Bauman Moscow State Technical University has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.

Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 3,500-3,999 academic employees (Faculty).

Control Type

Bauman Moscow State Technical University is a public higher education institution.

Entity Type

Bauman Moscow State Technical University is a non-profit higher education institution.

Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.

Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Continuous type of academic calendar.

Religious Affiliation

Bauman Moscow State Technical University does not have any religious affiliation.

Facilities and Services

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Bauman Moscow State Technical University's main facilities:

University Library

University housing.

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Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Bauman Moscow State Technical University's main services:

Financial Aid

Study abroad.

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Distance Learning

Academic counseling, career services.

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Recognition and Accreditation

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Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Bauman Moscow State Technical University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

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Free Online Courses

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