Suffolk’s Master of Healthcare Administration

Steer Healthcare Toward a Strong Future.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional seeking career advancement or someone eager to enter the industry, Suffolk University’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) shapes business leaders dedicated to improving patient care and experience. As the only CAHME-accredited MHA in Massachusetts, our program opens doors to exceptional opportunities. Through our MHA, you will: Gain in-demand skills through a curriculum built to meet the specific needs of today’s healthcare organizations—from operations to analytics Learn from accomplished professionals who combine academic and practical expertise Acquire hands-on experience in key areas of the evolving healthcare industry

With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting 29% growth in healthcare management roles over the next decade, our MHA positions you to stand out. Here’s a sampling of recent graduates’ current job titles and employers.

Make Your Mark in a Growing Field.

Operations Manager AllClear Healthcare Practice Manager Brigham & Women’s Hospital Medical Operations Manager Cerebral Chief Information Officer Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton Senior Manager National Center for Healthcare Leadership

Suffolk offers a variety of paths to reach your goals. Full-time and part-time study On-campus and online Graduate certificate Dual-degree options MBA/MHA MSBA/MHA

You Have Options.

Meet Our Alumni

“I had some life-changing situations that could have deterred me from completing my master’s. But my professors were instrumental in supporting me and pushing me to continue to figure out a way to keep going. My MHA degree I hold very near and dear to me.” Philly Laptiste, MHA ’13, EMBA ’23 Chief People Officer, Community Care Cooperative (C3)

“The most important skills you need in healthcare administration are decision making and problem solving because it’s a really practical job. Suffolk’s MHA program prepped me by providing exposure to all kinds of subjects, like healthcare law, patient safety, quality improvement, and operations.” Yan Hao, MHA ’13 Executive Director of Value Analysis, Beth Israel Lahey Health

“I don’t believe I could have been given the necessary tools to set me up for success without my Suffolk MHA. My experiences with the faculty, fellow students, and others have contributed to my career advancement, and for that I am truly grateful.” Arion McCartney, MHA ’22 Chief Information Officer, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

“With the Suffolk MHA, I would say my confidence level has significantly increased at work and in my conversations with physicians and others on so many different levels. It’s given me the kind of preparation that makes me say, ‘I can do this.’” April Calkins, MHA ’22 Senior Manager, Massachusetts General Hospital

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Healthcare and Business Knowledge Master the fundamentals of healthcare systems, finance, and evidence-based management to make informed decisions in complex healthcare environments. Operational Excellence Develop expertise in analytics, quality improvement, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize healthcare operations and enhance patient outcomes. Innovation Learn to leverage cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence and telehealth, while exploring inventive delivery models that are reshaping healthcare. Change Leadership Build the skills to lead high-performing teams through transformation, fostering collaboration and driving organizational success in a rapidly evolving industry.

Suffolk’s MHA responds to healthcare’s rapidly evolving landscape. Built around four essential learning modules that blend current best practices with emerging trends, our 33-credit curriculum equips you with the strategic knowledge to guide our country’s healthcare system toward excellence.

A Forward-Thinking Curriculum

You can also enhance your MHA with the MHA Plus certification option by adding 9 credits to deepen your specialization in one of our two concentrations, Analytics and Leadership.

Dual Degrees MBA/MHA MSBA/MHA

Dual Degrees

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