MHA program wins award for excellence and innovation
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-MS in Health Informatics ranked #3 in the United States by Top Master's in Healthcare Administration
-MS in Health Informatics is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)
-Master of Health Administration (MHA) ranked #33 by US News & World Report for Best Health Care Management Programs, 2017
-MHA in Health Systems Management, Concentration in Executive Management is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME)
-BS in Health Administration program is certified by the Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA)
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-Tackle complex challenges to make our world—and our immediate community—a better place
-Study just 15 miles from the nation’s capital
-Have immediate access to health care leaders, policy makers, and think tanks
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-Collaborate with both public and private agencies, including the VA, NIH, and DHHS
-Work alongside researchers who write the health policy of tomorrow
-Contribute to solving health care issues that directly impact our community and nation
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-George Mason is Virginia’s largest public research university
-Participate in student organizations like the AcademyHealth Student Chapter, Students for Seniors, and the Upsilon Phi Delta National Honor Society
-Gain hands-on, practical experience during a practicum with an organization outside of Mason
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-Gain valuable insight from local executives who share their expertise, experience, and advice on becoming leaders in the health administration field
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