# Healthcare Administration **Institution:** ECPI University **College:** Health Science **Sub-Program:** Health Sciences **Degree:** Master of Science in Healthcare Administration **Canonical URL:** https://www.ecpi.edu/programs/healthcare-administration-masters-degree **Last Updated:** 2026-08-25T18:05:46+00:00 ## Master's in Healthcare Administration Degree Overview The Master of Science in Healthcare Administration program is designed to help business and management professionals expand their expertise and pursue opportunities in leadership within healthcare organizations. The curriculum builds on foundational business knowledge, focusing on the unique challenges of managing healthcare operations and resources. Students explore strategies for optimizing operational efficiency, managing resources effectively, and navigating the regulatory and ethical complexities of healthcare systems. Coursework emphasizes decision-making, financial management, and organizational leadership to prepare students for roles in healthcare administration, depending on individual performance and career goals. Graduates may pursue opportunities in areas such as hospital administration, healthcare consulting, or managed care organizations, subject to market conditions and professional experience. Whether you choose the Health Informatics or Community Health track, ECPI University offers a year-round accelerated schedule, allowing you to earn your degree in as few as 14 months. - **36 Total Credits** — 14 Month Master's Degree - **Personalized Attention** — Small Class Sizes - **Work with Industry Professionals** — Remote Externships Available ### Knowledge and Skills Graduates should grow in the following areas: - **Leadership and Teamwork:** Develop strong leadership skills, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities to effectively guide healthcare teams. - **Critical Analysis:** Analyze research findings for evidence-based medicine and management practices. - **Technology Integration:** Learn to leverage current technologies to support a more integrated healthcare model. - **Evidence-Based Practices:** Gain expertise in using data-driven approaches to improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. ## Program Structure and Learning Formats ### Locations - [Online](https://www.ecpi.edu/locations/online) ## Healthcare Administration Curriculum Master of Science in Healthcare Administration ### Featured Courses - **Community Health** The Community Health Track centers on working within the community health areas. Opportunities for Healthcare Administration Master's Community Health include Community Health Consultant and Health Education Coordinator - **Health Informatics** The Health Informatics Track focuses on management and data utilized by healthcare administration. Opportunities for Healthcare Administration Master's Health Informatics include Clinical Informatics Analyst and Digital Diabetes Research Officer ### Program Requirements To receive the Master of Science in Healthcare Administration with a concentration in Health Informatics or Community Health, students must earn 36 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 4 semesters, which is equivalent to 60 weeks 14 months of instruction. Students will select one of the tracks available under this program. The program requirements are as follows: #### Core Courses 27 semester credit hours **Complete ALL of the following Courses:** | Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours | |---|---|---| | [MHA520](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA520 "View MHA520") | [Principles of Healthcare Administration](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA520 "View MHA520") | 3 | | [MHA524](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA524 "View MHA524") | [Advanced Healthcare Delivery Systems](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA524 "View MHA524") | 3 | | [MHA526](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA526 "View MHA526") | [Healthcare Law and Ethics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA526 "View MHA526") | 3 | | [MHA530](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA530 "View MHA530") | [Healthcare Statistics](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA530 "View MHA530") | 3 | | [MHA564](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA564 "View MHA564") | [Human Resource Management Strategies](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA564 "View MHA564") | 3 | | [MHA574](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA574 "View MHA574") | [Healthcare Performance Measures and Regulation](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA574 "View MHA574") | 3 | | [MHA582](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA582 "View MHA582") | [Information Management in Healthcare](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA582 "View MHA582") | 3 | | [MHA600](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA600 "View MHA600") | [Economic Policy and Procedure in Healthcare Organizations](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA600 "View MHA600") | 3 | | [MHA620](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA620 "View MHA620") | [MHA Leadership Capstone](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHA620 "View MHA620") | 3 | #### Community Health Focus Track Courses 9 semester credit hours **Complete ALL of the following Courses:** | Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours | |---|---|---| | [MCH605](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MCH605 "View MCH605") | [Community Health Landscape](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MCH605 "View MCH605") | 3 | | [MCH610](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MCH610 "View MCH610") | [Community Health Education and Promotion](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MCH610 "View MCH610") | 3 | | [MCH615](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MCH615 "View MCH615") | [Community Health Decision Making](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MCH615 "View MCH615") | 3 | #### Health Informatics Track Courses 9 semester credit hours **Complete ALL of the following Courses:** | Course ID | Course Name | Credit Hours | |---|---|---| | [MHI605](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHI605 "View MHI605") | [Advanced Health Informatics and Data Science](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHI605 "View MHI605") | 3 | | [MHI610](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHI610 "View MHI610") | [Predictive Analysis for Healthcare](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHI610 "View MHI610") | 3 | | [MHI615](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHI615 "View MHI615") | [Healthcare Analytic Tools](https://www.ecpi.edu/course/MHI615 "View MHI615") | 3 | ## Accreditation ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. Full accreditation details: [ECPI University Accreditation](https://www.ecpi.edu/accreditation).