In healthcare, business decisions are inextricably linked with policy issues. The Master of Healthcare Management (MHM) curriculum was created at the nexus of policy implementation and business management. As such, the program is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to evaluate the implications of policy on organizational structure, marketing, finance and strategy. The MHM program is designed for individuals who are interested in advancing to healthcare management positions in critical business disciplines such as human resources, finance, accounting, marketing, information systems or strategy. Graduates will be prepared to seek careers in the for-profit and nonprofit healthcare industries across sectors such as healthcare delivery, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices, healthcare services, insurance and investment firms.

The Master of Healthcare Management curriculum offers in-depth, online coursework in international business designed to equip graduates to: * Understand the unique policy, regulatory, and legal issues facing U.S. healthcare industry participants and address these complexities in planning and decision making. * Analyze financial statements and statistical data to understand the financial health of the organization, opportunities for growth, or cost containment. Then, use this detailed and high-level data to inform decision making, plan and manage risk. * Incorporate the use of information systems to support managerial activities and know-how to evaluate new information systems, understand system requirements and create an organizational plan for adapting to future requirements. * Develop a strategic marketing plan addressing various constituents and employing a variety of analytical tools. * Be able to structure functions and departments such as marketing and human resources to best meet the needs of the business.