One degree, two paths.
We offer full-time and executive studies programs leading to the MHA degree, and continuing executive education.Minnesota's innovative healthcare market
is home to thousands of healthcare organizations, including the Mayo Clinic, United Health Group, and Medtronic.Founded in 1946
the Minnesota MHA Program is one of the first of its kind in the U.S. and is a model for other healthcare management programs.The MHA Alumni Association
is the largest and most active of its kind, connecting more than 2,500 graduates.Over 30 full-time faculty members
are actively engaged in health, policy, and management research.100% placement
of full-time domestic graduates seeking fellowships and employment.MHA students excel in national case competitions
where teamwork, problem solving, and communication skills are applied to real-life management scenarios.MHA Full-Time Program
Ranked as one of the nation’s most prestigious MHA programs, the Minnesota Healthcare Administration program has more than 60 years experience in educating outstanding leaders for the healthcare industries.
Full-Time Master of Healthcare Administration
Our full-time Master of Healthcare Administration program is appropriate for applicants with limited or no healthcare work experience or individuals who wish to make a career change from industries other than healthcare. Now ranked second in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Program is accredited by CAHME, the gold standard in graduate healthcare education.
The program’s consistently high rankings are a reflection of many factors—an outstanding faculty of researchers and practitioners, our location in one of the nation’s centers of healthcare innovation, an extraordinary alumni association, and our track record of educating outstanding leaders for the healthcare industries.
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About Our Executive MHA
The University of Minnesota MHA program also offers an Executive Studies MHA program specifically designed for employed executives, physicians, and other healthcare professionals seeking to advance their management and leadership capabilities.
MHA Donor Recognition
The Minnesota MHA Program recognizes the generous contributions of alumni who support advancement of health management education.
Honoring a Legacy
The MHA program seeks to create an endowed chair in honor of Vernon Weckwerth, Ph.D. The chair will honor Weckwerth’s legacy and provide support for improving and strengthening health care education. Make a gift to the Weckwerth Chair in Health Administration Leadership.