Overview

The Public Administration - Healthcare Management programme at Fairleigh Dickinson University provides students with the essential conceptual, analytical, and managerial skills required for leadership roles in the public sector. This curriculum is specifically designed to improve the credentials of administrators already employed in healthcare and government organisations. Students benefit from a project-based approach that emphasises problem-solving and the development of a professional portfolio.

Why Public Administration - Healthcare Management at Fairleigh Dickinson University?

Fairleigh Dickinson University is a member of the International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration, ensuring a global perspective on public service. The programme is accredited by the International Commission on Accreditation of Public Administration Education (ICAPA), reflecting high academic standards. Students learn from a blend of accomplished practitioners and academics, participating in weekend cohort sessions that focus on policy recommendations and collaborative research.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 698 per credit
National fee: USD 698 per credit
Local fee: USD 698 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of foundation courses in management alongside specialised healthcare electives. Modules may include:

Public and Nonprofit Management
Organizational Theory
Budgeting and Finance
Public Policy Administration
Human Resources Management
Analytical Decision-Making
Healthcare Project Management
Comparative Health Systems
Quantitative Methods for Administrators

Careers with Public Administration - Healthcare Management

Graduates are prepared for high-level management and leadership positions across various public and non-profit environments. The programme supports career progression into roles within government agencies, healthcare facilities, and non-profit leadership.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication
Evidence-based approaches to public health
Interprofessional and/or intersectoral practice
Leadership
Planning and management to promote health
Policy in public health
Public health and healthcare systems
Systems thinking

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , International

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National Students: Rolling Admission.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Madison, United States
Teaneck, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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All official transcripts (must have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of at least 3.0)
Two letters of recommendation
A personal statement
Your resume

Tuition Fees

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20940 USD / year

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20940 USD / year

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In-State

20940 USD / year

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Living costs

Madison

United States

1793 - 4414 USD / month

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