Prepare to Lead and Innovate in Healthcare
UIC’s 100% Online Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) prepares healthcare professionals to become exemplary healthcare leaders through a rigorous program in healthcare management education that reflects the principles of public health.
The Online MHA is specifically designed for working professionals with 3+ years of experience in a healthcare setting who aspire to advance into healthcare leadership positions.
Students obtain foundational knowledge in healthcare management through a curriculum designed to provide competencies aligned with the healthcare field.
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Online Master of Healthcare Administration
The degree blends foundational business principles with a comprehensive healthcare perspective. Students obtain foundational knowledge in healthcare management through a curriculum that provides competencies specifically aligned with the healthcare industry. The program’s areas of focus include healthcare finance, population health management, strategic marketing and planning, and operational leadership, equipping students with a diverse skillset tailored to the unique demands of the healthcare field.
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UIC is a recognized leader in healthcare education and delivery, driven by a mission to advance health equity and reduce disparities in underserved communities. Through innovative research, community engagement, and partnerships with local healthcare providers, UIC works to address the most pressing health challenges.
The Online MHA program is in the School of Public Health to reflect this commitment by emphasizing that healthcare is fundamentally about public health. By focusing on the unique needs of all populations served, the program teaches students that true healthcare quality goes beyond business principles—it starts with people.
In the Online MHA program, the student community is composed of experienced healthcare professionals, fostering an environment for building lasting connections. Collaboration with peers, sharing real-world experiences, and engaging in meaningful discussions help students expand their professional networks. The program’s annual in-person networking event brings together students, alumni, faculty, and local healthcare executives—creating unique opportunities for career growth and staying at the forefront of the industry.
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Leadership Develop the leadership skills needed to lead teams and drive meaningful change in healthcare organizations.
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Analytical & Financial Master analytical and financial skills to make data-driven decisions and optimize healthcare operations.
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Strategy Learn to craft and execute strategic plans that align with the evolving landscape of the healthcare industry.
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The Online MHA degree provides tools for framing emerging healthcare issues and aligning employee effort around new strategic directions.
| Clinical Associate Professor
The Online MHA courses allow for our students, who are already experienced health administration leaders, to immediately apply newly acquired skills and knowledge. As a faculty member in the program, I’m always excited to see students connect the dots between concept and application in their own work settings.
| Clinical Assistant Professor