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
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Methods
- Human Resources in Organizations
- Organization Theory
- Health Administration and Service
- U.S. Health Policy and Politics
- Health Services Financial Management
- Health Economics
- Health Care Law and Ethics
- Health Care Quality Improvement
- Marketing Health and Human Services
- Strategic Management and Planning
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
48-54
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Health Health Management Health Sciences View 1583 other Masters in Public Health in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Resume
- Transcripts (if not from GVSU)
- Three recommendations
- Essay/personal statement
- GRE scores are NOT required
Tuition Fee
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International
14000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14000 USD per year during 24 months.
National 708 $ / credit
Living costs for Grand Rapids
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.