Master's Degree in Healthcare Management
Shape the Future of Healthcare
Healthcare today requires multi-dimensional leaders whose knowledge spans across professional leadership, healthcare, science, and information technology. Bay Path University's MS in Healthcare Management graduates will be ready for careers in the ever-changing field of healthcare management.
Healthcare administrators come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Some may have had direct patient care experience while others may have specialized in business, administration, finance, public health or a specific area of healthcare including human resources.
Bay Path University's MS in Healthcare Management is a participant in the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and is a member of the Higher Education Network (HEN).
These connections keep our students current with healthcare topics and provide opportunities for healthcare administration internships and job placements.
Bay Path's MS in Healthcare Management Program Prepares Students To:
- Assume healthcare administration leadership roles in both traditional and non-traditional settings and industries including, but not limited to, healthcare provider organizations and facilities, consulting, law, insurance, and government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare informatics and analytics
- Use technology and data to analyze and identify effective solutions to improve the quality and efficiency in healthcare
- Synthesize trends and issues, gaining an understanding of the challenges and opportunities that today’s healthcare systems present
- Effectively manage people and systems within healthcare organizations
Bay Path's MS in Healthcare Management Program offers Concentrations in:
- Organizational Excellence (which includes Lean Six Sigma Methodology in Healthcare)
- Health Informatics
- Public Health
- Business
- Quality and Safety Management
Bay Path University also offers 4 healthcare management certificates:
- Health Informatics Certificate. This 12 credit certificate (4 core courses) covers topics such as electronic information systems and applications, data collection and analysis, program design and the structure of the electronic health record (EHR)
- Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt in Healthcare Certificate. This 15 credit course covers topics such as Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) in healthcare with emphasis on Lean and Six Sigma concepts and methodologies, lean concepts and their applications in healthcare such as 5s, waste reduction, value stream mapping, and error proofing and the DMAIC process (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) to solve healthcare issues and advance CPI projects.
- Organizational Excellence Certificate. This 12 credit program focuses on the areas such as Quality and Performance Improvement in Healthcare, Operations Management in Healthcare Organizations, Healthcare Economics and Finance and Healthcare Project and Change management.
- Quality and Safety Management. This 12-credit program is designed for those seeking education and training focused on quality of care and patient safety for healthcare organizations across all settings. This concentration equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to sit for the Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) exam, a highly respected credential in health care.
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Frequently Asked Questions about our Master's in Healthcare Management Online Degree Program
When can I start the Master's in Healthcare Management Online Program?
The Healthcare Management Master's program starts in January, March, May, June, September, and October.
What is the turnaround time for an acceptance decision for the Master's in Healthcare Management Online program?
We review completed applications and provide an acceptance decision within three business days.
What concentrations are offered in the MS in Healthcare Management Online Degree Program?
There are 5 concentrations offered:
- Organizational Excellence (which includes Lean Six Sigma Methodology in Healthcare)
- Health Informatics
- Public Health
- Business
- Quality and Safety Management
Can I complete the MS in Healthcare Management Online Degree Program while working full-time?
Most students are able to complete their degree while maintaining work-life balance.
Is the MS in Healthcare Management Degree offered online?
Yes, the course schedule is 100% online. Students learn in a small, intimate, highly dynamic, and interactive online community.
Do I need a bachelor's degree in healthcare to apply to the MS in Healthcare Management Degree?
This program was designed for students who have a bachelor's degree in any major who want to work in the healthcare industry in a leadership capacity.
Can I get help paying for my MS in Healthcare Management Online Degree Program?
Yes, financial aid is available.
Do I have to take a standardized test for admission?
No. The GMAT and GRE are not required.
Will I have access to learning resources?
Yes. Students have access to mentoring, tutoring, library resources, academic resources, and career services.
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The Bay Path Advantage in Health Sciences
A Tradition of Excellence
Our faculty draws from years of experience in the field as both academic experts and practitioners. Students learn the most current practices and policies. Bay Path has a tradition of excellence in teaching graduate health science degrees.
Investing in your career
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for medical and health services managers was $110,680 in May 2023 while employment in the field is expected to grow at the high rate of 29% between 2023 and 2033.
Customized to your needs
Each program of study is individually designed with a program advisor. Our wide range of elective courses and the richness and depth of our concentrations mean that you can create the degree program which best meets your needs.
"The MS in Healthcare Management program has been an amazing learning experience. Being able to collaborate with experienced healthcare professionals as instructors and learn from supportive peers from diverse professional backgrounds has created a rich learning environment. The flexibility of the online courses and the preparation the program provides is second to none. The program has developed my knowledge and skills to be confident and prepared as a future leader in Healthcare."
- Christina Jenne
Meet the Program Director
Program Coordinator Anna Zendell, PhD, MSW
For over a decade, Dr. Zendell has directed degree programs in healthcare administration, health sciences, and public administration. She teaches regularly at the graduate and undergraduate levels. A major emphasis is ensuring equitable and accessible higher education for students of all abilities by leveraging the power of online learning and the unique attributes that adult learners bring to their learning.
Why choose Bay Path for graduate work in Healthcare Management?
- For our flexible program which is 100% online and designed for working professionals.
- For our application-based curriculum. Everything we learn and do is applicable to students’ work settings. And the concentrations prepare students to easily obtain additional credentials, such as Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, that will make them very marketable.
- For our partnerships with The American College of Healthcare Executives and The Higher Education Network. These connections keep our students current with healthcare topics and provide opportunities for internships and job placements.
- For the support and community created by our online learning platform. It is very interactive and allows students to work in a team and really get to get to know others in their cohort.
About Bay Path University
Our Mission and Vision
Since Bay Path opened its doors to students in 1897, its goal has been to provide a practical, affordable, and career oriented education to meet the needs of companies, organizations, and communities, while working t ensure that every learner’s dreams of a better career, a richer life, and a brighter future will be realized.
Accreditation
Bay Path University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Flexible and Affordable
Bay Path was one of the first universities to pioneer online learning. Our graduate courses are a mixture of synchronous and asynchronous, letting you study when it works for you. We recognize the investment you are making in your education and continuously strive to ensure we provide the highest possible value.
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