Lead in Healthcare Management

Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)

Develop leadership skills for healthcare systems.

100% Online

Complete your degree online and asynchronously.

1 Year

Finish your master's degree in one year.

Cost Effective

The most affordable MHA in Virginia.

Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)

The Master of Healthcare Administration program is designed to provide you with solid theoretical and practical training. By delving deep into the core principles of leadership, this program ensures that every graduate is well-informed and ready to tackle the challenges of today’s healthcare landscape with confidence.

Here, you’ll find a curriculum structured to give you the comprehensive insight into healthcare management you’ll need to thrive in any medical community. Whether you understand the intricacies of established institutions or explore the nuances of emerging sectors, you’ll be prepared to lead well as you foster innovation and influence pivotal policies.

In a world where healthcare is becoming increasingly complex, having a clear and informed perspective is crucial. At the University of Lynchburg, you’ll learn more than the basics. By the end of your journey with us, you’ll have a robust understanding of the healthcare field, and the skills and the confidence to drive change, innovate, and shape the future of healthcare.

Why choose our master’s degree in healthcare administration and management?

Unlock tremendous opportunities for leadership in the booming healthcare field.

At the University of Lynchburg, you’ll find a program that doesn’t just meet the standard healthcare administration requirements — it exceeds them.

Lynchburg’s MHA gives you the skills you need to thrive.

Healthcare Delivery and Financing Institutions, Organizations, and Practices

Unlock the intricacies of the U.S. healthcare system. From diving into healthcare policy and law to understanding the nuances of health economics, you’ll be equipped to navigate and influence the mechanisms that drive healthcare delivery and financing in various settings.

Problem-solving, Strategic Thinking, and Innovation

Harness the power of strategic thinking and innovation. By delving into healthcare risk management and strategic planning, you’ll develop the acumen to identify challenges, create transformative solutions, and drive change in the healthcare field.

Planning, Directing, and Coordinating Teams and Services

Master the art of team leadership and coordination. With a focus on team development, leadership dynamics, and service management, you’ll be adept at orchestrating services and leading teams to deliver optimal healthcare outcomes.

Leading and Managing Human Resources in Diverse Organizations

Delve deep into organizational behavior and human resource management. Cultivate the skills to lead, motivate, and manage teams in diverse healthcare settings, ensuring harmony, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Becoming a Respected Leader

Embark on a leadership transformation journey. By integrating leadership theories, ethical considerations, and real-world insights, you’ll emerge as a visionary leader, ready to inspire, guide, and make impactful decisions in healthcare.

Curriculum and Resources

2026-27 Academic Year Information

Master of Healthcare Administration Course Curriculum

MHA 600: Intro to US Healthcare Delivery System and Healthcare Policy (3 credit hours)

MHA 610: Leadership of Healthcare Organizations (3 credit hours)

MHA 615: Production and Operations Management (3 credit hours)

MHA 620: Healthcare Law and Ethics (3 credit hours)

MHA 625: Healthcare Finance (3 credit hours)

MHA 630: Human Resources Leadership in Healthcare (3 credit hours)

MHA 635: Leading with Information and Technology in Healthcare (3 credit hours)

MHA 640: Strategic Planning and Marketing in Healthcare Capstone (3 credit hours)

MHA 645: Developing and Leading Teams (3 credit hours)

MHA 650: Leadership Theories and Perspectives (3 credit hours)

MHA 655: Executive Decision Making (3 credit hours)

Total Credit Hours: 33

Eight-week Course Structure

Our MHA program offers exceptional flexibility through its eight-week, bi-term online course structure, which allows students to balance their academics with other commitments. This format enables students to explore specific topics for a shorter duration, gain a comprehensive understanding of those topics, and apply their acquired knowledge in real-world situations.

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Applying to the Master of Healthcare Administration

Priority deadlines: January 1, 2026 and June 15, 2026

How to Apply

Complete the online application.
Submit an official transcript from the college or university where your bachelor’s degree was awarded.
No GMAT or GRE required
Professional resume or CV
One letter of recommendation
$100 deposit for admitted students

Learn more about the application process if you are one of the following:

An international student (the MHA program does not lead to a visa).
Student seeking a second master’s degree.
Non-degree graduate student.

Admission Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution.
3.0 minimum undergraduate GPA.
Official transcripts for all previously attended undergraduate and graduate institutions.
Current CV or resume.
GRE and GMAT are not required.
English language testing when English is not a first language.