Master of Health Administration (MHA)
Master of Health Administration
Earn your AACSB-accredited online Master of Health Administration (MHA) and take the next step toward forging a better future for healthcare. The UNA MHA is designed for working professionals who want to grow their leadership and make a real difference in the lives of others. This flexible online master’s degree brings together business strategy and healthcare insight, helping you build the confidence, creativity, and compassion to lead change that matters.
Time to Complete
12-18 Months (Full Time)
18-24 Months (Part Time)
Modality
100% Online
Credential
MHA
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Why UNA for Your MHA?
The 51品茶’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) puts your leadership goals within reach. Ranked among the most affordable online MHA programs, it’s designed for professionals pursuing healthcare management graduate studies that build strategic insight, confident leadership, and meaningful progress in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
- 100% online format lets you earn your degree anywhere, anytime.
- AACSB accreditation ensures top-tier business education recognized worldwide.
- Flexible start options include five convenient terms each year.
- The New Start Scholarship offers your first course free.*
- Expert faculty bring real-world healthcare leadership experience.
- A strong alumni network supports your career growth and connections.
*New students enrolled in any online bachelor’s, graduate, certificate, or micro-credential program automatically receive a complimentary first course when taking two or more courses their first semester.
An MHA can take you in so many directions, from hospital administration to healthcare consulting, giving you the flexibility to shape your leadership journey. Graduates of MHA online programs often move into positions such as health services manager, department director, or healthcare consultant, roles that shape operational efficiency, patient outcomes, and organizational strategy.
If you’re considering a future in healthcare leadership, the career outlook is strong. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, medical and health services managers earn a median annual salary of $117,960. The field is projected to grow 23% from 2024 to 2034, reflecting strong demand for working professionals in healthcare management who can navigate the complex intersection of business, policy, and patient care.
Admissions Requirements
The 51品茶 welcomes motivated professionals ready to advance their careers through one of the region’s leading graduate programs in healthcare administration. To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- A bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
- A minimum GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale
- No GMAT required for admission
- Up to six semester hours of graduate credit may be transferred from other approved institutions
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Your MHA: A Smarter Path to Leadership in Healthcare
If you’ve ever wondered what you can do with an online MHA degree, UNA’s program opens the door to diverse healthcare career advancement opportunities in leadership, administration, and operations. Here are some high-impact jobs graduates can pursue:
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• Hospital Administrator
$117,957 median salary
Lead hospital operations, manage budgets, and ensure delivery of high-quality patient care.
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• Health Services Manager
$117,957 median salary
Oversee healthcare departments or facilities to improve efficiency, compliance, and patient outcomes.
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• Healthcare Consultant
$101,192 median salary
Advise organizations on strategies to enhance performance, streamline operations, and control costs.
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• Clinical Director
$117,957 median salary
Supervise clinical programs, manage staff, and maintain excellence in patient care and safety.
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• Healthcare Policy Analyst
$101,192 median salary
Research, evaluate, and recommend policies that shape healthcare systems and public health outcomes.
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• Public Health Administrator
$117,957 median salary
Direct public health programs, coordinate community initiatives, and manage health department operations.
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Curriculum
The 51品茶’s Master of Health Administration is part of one of the region’s leading MHA online programs, combining academic rigor with real-world relevance. Through 34 credit hours of coursework, students gain expertise in healthcare finance, law, policy, analytics, and leadership – skills that translate directly to today’s healthcare environments. As one of UNA’s university healthcare administration programs, the MHA offers the flexibility working professionals need to advance their careers while balancing other commitments.
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Health Economics |
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Healthcare Law |
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare |
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Health Policy, Politics, and Analysis |
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Healthcare Finance |
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Healthcare Analytics |
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Leadership in Healthcare Organizations |
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Quality and Process Improvement in Healthcare Operations |
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Management and Organizational Behavior |
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Human Resources in Healthcare |
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U.S. Health Care System |
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Healthcare Marketing |
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Health Informatics |
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Strategic Planning for Healthcare |
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Capstone Experience |
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Total Hours |
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Let's ConnectOnline MHA Articles & Insights
Explore expert perspectives and practical guidance on advancing your healthcare career with UNA’s online Master of Health Administration. These articles and insights highlight industry trends, leadership strategies, and the benefits of earning a master’s in healthcare administration online.
In-Demand Roles You Can Pursue with a Master of Health Administration
Explore high-impact MHA careers and learn how UNA’s online MHA helps you lead in healthcare — affordably, flexibly, and confidently.
Is an MHA Worth It? What You Need to Know About the ROI
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Practical Health Administration Skills You’ll Gain in an MHA Program
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Frequently Asked Questions
Test scores are currently waived for admission. View all admissions requirements.
Visit Student Financial Services for detailed information on financial aid, including how to apply, key deadlines, and available options such as grants, scholarships, student loans, and payment plans. Learn how UNA supports your goals with an affordable online MBA designed to fit your budget and your schedule.
Your MHA diploma will not indicate that your degree was earned online. You can be confident that UNA’s online MHA programs accredited by leading organizations deliver the same rigorous curriculum, taught by the same expert faculty, as the on-campus experience. Every course reflects the same high standards of academic quality and professional relevance that define the 51品茶.
An MBA in healthcare management provides a broad business foundation with a focus on applying general management principles to healthcare settings, while an MHA is more specialized, centering on the operations, policy, and delivery of healthcare services. MHA online programs are designed for those seeking advanced healthcare leadership education that directly prepares them to manage hospitals, clinics, and health systems with a focus on improving patient outcomes and organizational performance.