Healthcare Administration

MBA Specialization

The TLU MBA Difference

One Year to Your MBA: You can complete our MBA program in as little as one year. Courses are seven or eight weeks long, with two starts per year. For those who would prefer a lighter courseload, there is also an option to complete the program over a two-year period.
It’s Doable: We offer a flexible, fully online format geared to the schedules of working adults.
The TLU MBA aligns seamlessly with your career goals: Your degree will be customized based upon your chosen specialization, and your education will be personalized, with attention from your professors and support from your classmates.
NO GMAT score required with a 3.0 GPA or five years of professional work experience.

What is the Healthcare Administration Specialization?

Healthcare is transforming before our eyes. While others see complexity, you’ll see opportunity. Whether you dream of turning around struggling hospitals, launching innovative health tech startups, or making healthcare more accessible, our MBA in Healthcare Administration gives you the tools to make it happen. Through hands-on experience with real healthcare data and financial modeling, you’ll learn to tackle healthcare’s biggest challenges. This isn’t just about managing spreadsheets–it’s about making decisions that improve lives while building successful organizations.

Is Healthcare Administration Right For You?

What Makes the Program Special?

● Online-First: This program is built to ensure that its online classes are not merely
attempting to recreate the in-person experience, but truly leverage the strengths of
online learning. Students are able to enjoy the flexibility of remote coursework and
engage with students at other leading institutions, bolstering their professional
networks for the future.
● Holistic Approach to Healthcare Leadership: This MBA specialization is designed
to address the unique complexities of the healthcare ecosystem, blending policy,
finance, operations, and patient care. Courses like "Structure and Economics of
the US Healthcare System" and "Management of Healthcare Organizations" equip
students to lead with both financial expertise and human-centered strategy.
● Interdisciplinary Skill Development: This program is a comprehensive leadership
development experience designed to balance financial performance with ethical
decision-making, data visualization, and policy navigation in healthcare. It bridges
disciplines to prepare graduates as innovators who drive meaningful change and
align organizational goals with patient needs.

Career Outcomes

Hospital Admin	$105,00 with experience	A Hospital Administrator oversees the day-to-day operations of a hospital or healthcare facility, ensuring efficient delivery of services while managing budgets, staff, and resources. They implement policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop strategies to improve patient care, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
Financial Manager	$189,00 with experience	A Financial Manager oversees an organization’s financial health, developing strategies for long-term growth while managing risk. They guide investment decisions, create financial reports, and develop plans to meet organizational objectives through sound financial management.
Healthcare Consultant	$165,00 with experience	A Healthcare Consultant advises organizations on improving efficiency, optimizing operations, and enhancing patient care within the healthcare industry. They analyze processes, identify challenges, and develop tailored strategies to address issues such as cost management, regulatory compliance, and organizational performance
Healthcare Start-Up Founder		A Healthcare Start-Up Founder identifies gaps in the healthcare industry and develops innovative solutions to address them, often leveraging technology or new business models. They oversee all aspects of launching and scaling their venture, including strategy, product development, funding, and building partnerships, with the goal of improving patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.

Who should take this program?

Healthcare Professionals Seeking Leadership Roles
Nurses and Clinical Staff:
Why: To transition from clinical roles to administrative and
managerial positions, leveraging their clinical experience to improve healthcare operations and patient outcomes.
Example: A registered nurse RN aiming to become a clinic manager or director of nursing.

Physicians and Allied Health Professionals:
Why: To gain business and management skills necessary for running healthcare facilities, departments, or private practices.
Example: A physician looking to manage a hospital department or start their own practice.

Individuals with a Background in Healthcare Administration
Current Healthcare Administrators:
Why: To advance their careers, deepen their knowledge, and update their skills in healthcare management and policy.
Example: A hospital administrator seeking to move into a higher executive role such as a hospital CEO or COO.

Healthcare Managers:
Why: To enhance their strategic planning, financial management, and leadership capabilities.
Example: A manager in a healthcare insurance company aiming for a director-level position.

Professionals Transitioning into Healthcare
Business Professionals:
Why: To pivot their career into the healthcare sector, applying their business acumen to healthcare settings.
Example: A graduate from a different industry wanting to specialize in healthcare administration.

IT and Tech Professionals:
Why: To understand healthcare-specific challenges and apply their technical skills to improve healthcare systems and data management.
Example: An IT manager interested in managing healthcare information systems or EHR projects.

Recent Graduate
Graduates with Degrees in Healthcare or Related Fields:
Why: To gain specialized knowledge and skills in healthcare administration, enhancing their employability and career prospects.
Example: A recent graduate with a degree in public health or health sciences looking to enter healthcare management.

Graduates with Business Degrees:
Why: To combine their business knowledge with healthcare management, positioning themselves for leadership roles in the healthcare sector.
Example: A business administration graduate aiming for a role in healthcare consulting or hospital administration.

Individuals Passionate About Healthcare Policy and Ethics
Policy Analysts and Public Health Professionals:
Why: To gain a deeper understanding of the business and administrative aspects of healthcare, enhancing their ability to influence healthcare policies and practices.
Example: A public health professional interested in developing and implementing healthcare policies at a governmental or organizational level.

Ethics and Compliance Officers:
Why: To ensure that healthcare organizations operate within legal and ethical standards, and to manage compliance issues effectively.
Example: An ethics officer aiming to oversee compliance and ethical standards in a large healthcare organization.

Entrepreneurs and Innovators
Healthcare Entrepreneurs:
Why: To understand the complexities of the healthcare market, develop viable business models, and lead successful healthcare start-ups.
Example: An entrepreneur looking to launch a health tech start-up or innovative healthcare service.

Innovators in Healthcare Technology:
Why: To bridge the gap between technology and healthcare management, ensuring successful integration of new technologies in healthcare settings.
Example: A tech innovator aiming to develop and manage the implementation of new healthcare technologies. And of course, this program is also accessible to those who want to move into the field.

Individuals with No Related Background or Experience
Career Changers with a Passion for Healthcare:
Why: To transition into a morally rewarding, lucrative, and dynamic field that impacts lives and communities.
Example: Someone from a completely different industry (e.g., finance, education, retail) who is drawn to the healthcare sector's potential for positive impact and career growth.

Course Highlights

Structure and Economics of the US Healthcare System

Decode the complexities of healthcare economics and policy. You'll explore how money flows through the system and how changes in policy ripple through organizations. Through real examples, you'll learn to navigate–and influence–this evolving landscape
Management of Healthcare Organizations

Master the art of leading in healthcare's unique environment. From building strong teams to optimizing revenue cycles, you'll learn to balance the human and financial sides of healthcare delivery.
Data Analysis for Healthcare Management

Turn information into insight. You'll learn to work with healthcare data in ways that improve decision-making and patient outcomes. No prior analytics experience needed–just bring your curiosity and drive to make things better.
Healthcare Finance

Make the numbers work for your mission. Through hands-on practice with financial modeling, you'll learn to make decisions that keep your organization financially healthy while serving its community.