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Master of Arts in Health Care Administration
Foster your career in health care! With your Master of Arts in Health Care Administration from Ashford University, you will demonstrate your readiness and expertise in directing health care organizations, leading health professionals, and delivering invaluable services to people in need.
Degree Focus
The Master of Arts in Health Care Administration empowers professionals to assume leadership positions in health care organizations. The program incorporates integration and application of health care theories and concepts across the domains of organized health care. Topics addressed throughout the curriculum include: finance, economics, leadership, quality improvement, risk management, health policy, law, ethics, strategic planning, information systems, statistical reasoning, and human resources.
Career Opportunities
Health care is one of the largest and fastest-growing industries in America. The demand for qualified managers in health care settings is expected to escalate. While many entry-level positions in health care only require a Bachelor's degree, the Master of Arts in Health Care Administration is required to advance to senior management positions. Among the many health care careers available to graduates are:
- HMO Administrator
- Contract Negotiator
- Health Informatics Manager
- Nursing Supervisor
- Hospital Administrator
- Clinical Department Manager
Admission Requirements/Prerequisites
- Must have a regionally or approved nationally accredited Bachelor's degree with minimum 2.0 GPA.
- English Language Requirement
- Technology capabilities (minimally, students must have a computer with the following features and system configurations: Platforms: Mac OS X 10.2 or greater or Windows 2000, NT, or XP or greater; Hardware: 256 Mb RAM, CD-ROM, and 1 Gb free disk space; Productivity Software: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat; Web Browser: Firefox, Netscape 6 or greater, Internet Explorer 5.5 or greater, Safari, or Opera; Networking: 56k dialup modem, DSL, or cable modem; and Email: Outlook, Outlook Express, Mac Mail, Eudora, Entourage, or Yahoo/Hotmail/Gmail).
Transferability
Transfer up to 9 semester credits from a regionally or approved nationally accredited college/university.* Call now for more information at 866-711-1700.
* The transferability of credits is subject to Ashford University transfer credit policies, and requires the submission of official transcripts. The official transcripts will be evaluated to determine the credits that will officially apply toward an Ashford University degree program.
Graduation Requirements
To be awarded the Master of Arts of Health Care Administration degree, all students must complete 36 credit hours with a 3.0 minimum grade point average.
Online format
You'll take your classes one at a time for 6 weeks each, accelerating your path to graduation. Your course content is delivered in a high-tech format, and you can complete your weekly assignments when and where it's convenient for you thanks to the asynchronous online environment.
Cost**
You'll appreciate that Ashford offers one of the lowest tuition rates available online. Your tuition is $515 per credit. Call today to learn more at 866-711-1700.
Payment Options
- Cash Plan – 100% of tuition and fees paid prior to each course start date.
- Tuition Reimbursement – If your employer offers a tuition reimbursement plan, we'll work with you to apply this great benefit toward your education.
- Financial Aid – You may be eligible for financial aid. Talk to an enrollment advisor to find out if you meet the requirements to qualify.
- Direct (Employer) Billing – If you work for a company approved for direct billing, you may qualify for this payment option.
- Military Tuition Assistance – Includes active duty service and Veteran's Administration Benefits, such as GI Bill and Vocational Rehab if you qualify. Click here for more information on military benefits.
If this program sounds like it will fit your personal and professional goals, contact us at 866-711-1700 to learn more, or click here to request additional information.
** Tuition costs subject to change without notice.