Program Overview
Health care leadership in America's heath administration capital
Learn to be a health administration leader in a city at the forefront of health care practice, business and technology. With more than 900 companies in Nashville operating in the health care sector and influencing the worldwide industry, you'll be an eyewitness to the future of the field and the latest advancements in healthcare delivery. Our MHA's dynamic and innovative curriculum, expert faculty and hands-on experiences will give you the edge you need to become a leader in this rapidly growing industry.
- Hybrid - one weekend each month in person, with the rest of the coursework completed asynchronously online.
- Integrated - 14 competency-based courses designed to build your industry knowledge.
- Professional Immersion - spend time visiting companies that cover the health care spectrum.
In our Master of Health Administration program, you'll dive deep into the complexities of the health care system, from finance and policy to management and operations and more. Our experienced and passionate faculty will guide you through the latest industry trends, expose you to cutting-edge research and best practices that will set you up for success. You'll be introduced to industry leaders, take advantage of networking opportunities and gain an international perspective. The immersive experiences will challenge you to apply your increasing knowledge to real world situations. Our small class sizes ensure that you'll receive personalized attention and guidance throughout your studies.
Who is this program best suited for?
This program is open to those already working in health care or looking to pivot to that industry.
Master of Health Administration Program Outcomes
The Master of Health Administration increases your business acumen through the lens of the health care industry. Over the duration of this degree program, you will develop a network of peers, mentors and executives in the healthcare industry through immersive and integrative experiences. You will gain a global perspective through an international travel experience. The MHA curriculum is based upon a competencies model that prepares graduates for success as health care leaders.
Why Earn Your Health Administration Degree at Lipscomb University?
Lipscomb University's MHA program offers an exceptional learning environment with a comprehensive curriculum and
unique experiential learning opportunities. The innovative instructional model includes site visits to healthcare organizations, mentorship opportunities, and a global healthcare course that provides an expansive perspective on healthcare innovations and technologies. This program is an excellent choice for students seeking a comprehensive education in management.
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Admissions Requirements
Our MHA program takes a personal approach, and we want you to learn from your cohort colleagues in addition to your professors. That’s why we consider the whole candidate in our admissions process. We are looking for MHA students who can think analytically, who can contribute to a team, who are motivated by personal growth and who can inspire others.
The MHA is recommended for early-mid career professionals with up to 6 years experience in health care and with an interest in or on a managerial track and for clinical professionals with any level of experience who are currently in or desire an administrative role.
The completed application requirements for the MHA program:
- Your submitted online application and fee
- Resume
- Personal response to the following question: How will the knowledge and skills you expect to attain in Lipscomb's MHA program help you create more value in your organization and community?
- Transcripts from your undergraduate program (and graduate, if applicable)
- Have electronic copies emailed directly from your undergraduate institution to gradadmissions@lipscomb.edu
- If you are having a hard copy mailed, have it sent to: Lipscomb University, ATTN: Graduate Admissions Office, One University Park Drive, Nashville, TN 37204
- Two professional recommendations
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Why Earn Your Health Administration Degree at Lipscomb University?
Lipscomb’s integrative learning environment for the Health Administration degree includes site visits to healthcare organizations. This instruction model ensures you gain real-world experience and mentorship throughout the degree program. Additionally, cohorts complete a global health care course to increase students’ global perspective. You will complete a business trip associated with the Global Health Care class to discover innovations and technologies from another culture and how they might benefit aspects of the U.S. health care system. We also offer numerous networking opportunities with leaders from the Nashville health care community both in and out of the classroom.
Courses
Master of Health Administration students currently complete 46 hours to complete their degree program. These courses involve integrated learning experiences to apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations.
MHA students must complete all of the following courses:
- BU 6303 - Health Services Management
- BU 6323 - The U.S. Health Care System
- BU 6523 - Managing Human Resources
- BU 6353 - Coaching for Managers
- HA 6113 - Health Policy
- HA 6123 - Health Care Analytics and Analysis
- HA 6133 - Strategic Use of Health Care Information Systems
- HA 6173 - Process Improvement in Health Care
- HA 6193 - Strategic Finance in Health Care
- HA 6223 - Strategic Marketing in Health Care
- HA 6233 - Law and Ethics in Health Care
- HA 6243 - Population Health and Global Perspectives
- HA 6253 - Health Care Quality and Outcomes
- HA 6263 - Health Care Strategy
Each semester concludes with an integration course.
Tuition & Aid
Tuition for the MHA is $1,135 per semester hour for a total tuition cost of $52,250.
