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Earn your Master of Health Administration (MHA) 100% online from MGH Institute of Health Professions, the only degree-granting affiliate of Mass General Brigham. You will gain inclusive leadership skills, an interprofessional network and expert mentorship from Mass General Brigham faculty as you prepare to drive transformative, equitable change within healthcare.
12-24 months
Make a lasting impact on your career quickly with full-time and part-time options.
36-credit curriculum
Covers six key areas of study that will result in a well-rounded skill set in advanced healthcare leadership and management.
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The MGH Institute of Health Professions is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
We prioritize your academic and professional journey over standardized test scores.
Enter an industry where positions like medical and health services managers are projected to grow 29% from 2023 to 2033.Footnote 1
MGH Institute of Health Professions (IHP) is a graduate school born out of world-class hospitals. Founded in 1977 by Massachusetts General Hospital, the MGH Institute is also the only degree-granting affiliate of New England’s largest healthcare provider, Mass General Brigham.
At the IHP, you’ll experience an innovative education solely dedicated to health professions. It’s our mission to strengthen your ability to lead the delivery of equitable and innovative care in a diverse and increasingly complex healthcare environment.
Tuition and fees are subject to change, and may increase each academic year. Tuition does not include student fees, technology platform licensing, or support services. Learners are also responsible for travel and accommodation costs related to any in-person immersions or residentials, if applicable.
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The online Master of Health Administration program is designed to provide current and aspiring healthcare administrators with the essential skills and knowledge required for successful leadership in the complex and dynamic healthcare industry. As a student, you will be equipped to lead financially sustainable healthcare organizations that deliver high-quality care, and maintain compliance with legal and ethical standards.
The MHA’s comprehensive 36-credit curriculum covers six key areas of study that will result in a well-rounded skill set in advanced healthcare leadership and management. Some of those key areas include:
Develop business and marketing strategies to position your organization, attract patients and respond to market demands while maintaining quality care.
Learn how you can create a positive organizational culture and drive performance improvements.
Monitor and improve healthcare outcomes while considering the needs of diverse patient populations.
Ensure that healthcare services are accessible and culturally competent for all patient populations.
MGH Institute of Health Professions promotes a culture of inclusivity and diverse perspectives. We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about advancing the field of healthcare, even if they don’t have previous health-related work experience.
All applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or international equivalent. Applicants that have earned a degree from a non-US institution are required to submit a course-by-course credential evaluation.
To be considered for admission into the online Master of Health Administration program, you will need to submit the following materials:
The online application (no application fee)
Transcripts from all institutions attended
One recommendation letter
Resume or CV
Statement of intent
Diversity statement (optional)
No application fees or GMAT/GRE scores required. We prioritize your academic and professional journey over standardized test scores.
While you are enrolled in the MHA program, you will also have the opportunity to pursue discounted or no-cost healthcare certifications and memberships which can help you stand out in a competitive field. Our academic and industry partnerships include but are not limited to:
American College of Medical Practice Executives (ACMPE): Pursue board certification with the ACMPE.
National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE): Become a member of the Greater Boston chapter of the NAHSE. Our collaboration with the Greater Boston NAHSE offers our Black and Brown students opportunities for employment, and skill development and membership benefits.
National Center for Healthcare Leadership (NCHL): Join the NCHL, widely recognized as the premier source for evidence-based healthcare leadership practices, cultivating communities for peer collaboration across organizations, and collectively developing industry models and benchmarks to improve healthcare.