Master of Health Administration

Course Delivery

80% to 99% Online
Total Credits

51
In-State Tuition Per Credit

$546.00
Out of State Tuition Per Credit

$1325.00

Master of Health Administration

The IU Online Master of Health Administration is designed for working healthcare professionals who want to advance their career. This degree prepares students for greater organizational responsibilities and leadership roles.

As a student in the program, you develop business skills, build your network, gain advanced knowledge of the dynamic healthcare environment, and apply what you learn to your current work environment. You will complete projects for healthcare organizations, and learn alongside other working professionals.

Your IU Online Master of Health Administration may prepares you to advance your career in a number of health-related industries, including:

Health systems
Hospitals
Physician practices
Health organizations
Long-term care facilities
Health insurance organizations
Accountable care organizations
Entrepreneurial start-up organizations
Insurance companies

Joint Degrees

As a student in this program, you have the opportunity to pursue the MHA in combination with one of two other degrees:

Master of Public Health
Juris Doctor

These joint degree programs are intended to prepare leaders who want to offer both analytical thinking and a broad understanding to their industry.

Plus, many online support services are available to assist you as you progress through the program.

Degree Requirements

To earn the Master of Health Administration, you must complete 51 Health Administration credit hours. Note that you are required to be on-campus two days a semester.

Depending on your prior experience, you may qualify for life credit in lieu of up to 9 credit hours of coursework.

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

A bachelor's degree
3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale
At least three to five years of healthcare-related work experience (in a clinical or non-clinical position)
A current, full-time position in healthcare

NOTE: This program is authorized, exempt, or not subject to state regulatory compliance and may enroll students from all 50 states

To apply to this program:

Complete an online application that includes:

Transcripts
Three letters of recommendation (one from immediate supervisor or senior leader)
Your resume
A personal statement

Application Deadlines

Fall semester priority deadline (international applicants only): Feb 1
Fall semester priority deadline: Feb 15
Fall semester final deadline: Aug 1

Courses

Core

PBHL-H 507	Management of Individual and Group Behavior	3 Credits
PBHL-H 508	Managing Healthcare Accounting Information for Decision-Making	3 Credits
PBHL-H 509	Financial Management Principles of Healthcare	3 Credits
PBHL-H 514	Health Economics	3 Credits
PBHL-H 516	Health Services Delivery and the Law	3 Credits
PBHL-H 518	Statistical Methods for Health Services	3 Credits
PBHL-H 521	Management Science for Health Services Administration	3 Credits
PBHL-H 523	Health Services Human Resources Management	3 Credits
PBHL-H 610	Lean Principles for Healthcare	3 Credits
PBHL-H 612	Marketing Health Services Delivery	3 Credits
PBHL-H 623	Healthcare Applications of Strategic Management	3 Credits
PBHL-H 624	Developing Strategic Capability	3 Credits
PBHL-H 628	Healthcare Information Systems	3 Credits
PBHL-H 645	Leadership in Healthcare Administration	3 Credits
PBHL-H 646	Operations Management for Healthcare Organizations	3 Credits
PBHL-P 506	Population and Public Health	3 Credits

Find course descriptions with our Search Schedule of Classes/Courses tool.

Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $546.00

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1638.00

Note:

Additional fees will apply.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $1325.00

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $3975.00

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

Your cost of attendance may differ from these estimates.

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Direct Costs:

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Indiana Residents

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Non-residents

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Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,570

Books & Supplies $770

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,570

Books & Supplies $280

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

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