The graduate and undergraduate programs in health administration (bachelor's degree, master's degree, and graduate certificates) prepare students to become managers in a variety of settings including hospitals; clinics; community health, home care, assisted living/senior housing communities; managed care organizations; physician practices; advocacy organizations and professional associations; the insurance industry; and consultant services. Graduates of our programs work in both the public and private sectors and hold a variety of managerial positions.
Both the BS in Health Administration and MHA programs are available in traditional and fully online formats.
Programs in Health Administration
Master's Degree
Health Systems Management, MHA
Prepares health care professionals to become leaders and executive-level managers in a variety of systems and organizations within the health care field. The MHA is offered online and on-campus.
Graduate Certificate
Healthcare Quality Graduate Certificate
The Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Quality prepares students to evaluate and improve healthcare quality using both quantitative and qualitative methods. Graduates will be equipped to help organizations manage and enhance the quality of care.
Bachelor's Degrees
The BS, Health Administration degree prepares graduates to serve in entry-level management, administrative and support positions in a variety of health-related organizations and settings.
Concentrations are offered in health systems management and assisted living/senior housing administration.
Both concentrations in the BS, Health Administration program are offered online and on-campus. An accelerated pathway to earn a Master of Health Administration is also available.
Minor
Senior Housing Administration Minor
The minor in senior housing administration provides foundational knowledge required for work as an administrator or manager of residential communities for older adults.
Health Systems Management Minor
The minor in health systems management introduces students to the context and foundational knowledge required for managerial or administrative work within a healthcare system, physician practice, advocacy organizations, professional organizations, community health, and health care consulting.
Questions?
Visit FAQs for prospective students for additional information, including questions about the admissions process. If you still have questions, contact us at hap@gmu.edu.
Network with Health Care Leaders
Students in the HAP 704 course gain valuable, hands-on insight from local executives who share their expertise, experience, and advice on becoming leaders in the health administration field.
Learn more about the HAP 704 Executive Speaker Series.
