Health Administration

Overview

Key facts

The curriculum of the Health Administration (M.H.A.) programme from Grand Valley State University develops advanced executive abilities through a combination of core competencies and specialized areas of concentration.

The program centers on interdisciplinary learning experiences that integrate classroom study, applied research, professional development, and field experience. The curriculum is designed to prepare students to act ethically and effectively in complex organizations and to transcend traditional boundaries in pursuit of prosperous, safe, and healthy communities.

Why Study Health Administration at Grand Valley?

• Research opportunities. Some students will collaborate with faculty on ongoing research projects and other students will find or create research opportunities independently.

• Learning takes place using state-of-the-art equipment and instructional materials.

• Small class sizes and professors with practical experience, diverse specialties, and immense academic knowledge.

• Connections to professionals through the graduate student group, internships, and class assignments.

Career Options

Graduates find employment in a variety of professions, including management and/or planning positions in:

• Community benefit administration

• Finance

• Insurance

• Marketing

• Health information systems management

• Health system administration

• Human resources