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Master of Health Administration (MHA)

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Overview

The University of North Florida's Master of Health Administration (MHA) program is designed to prepare individuals in the Southeastern United States to serve as effective administrators, managers, and leaders in the wide variety of organizations and agencies that make up the health services field. The MHA is a 45 (minimum) credit degree program designed for those individuals who want to work in the field of management and administration within a healthcare delivery setting.

Learn about the Department of Health Administration

Program Opportunities

The MHA program offers opportunities to gain hands-on experience and transformational learning with the delivery and financing of health care in other countries through study abroad opportunities. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Health Management Education (CAHME).

MHA students have the opportunity to learn and interact with some of the nation's largest healthcare organizations. Jacksonville is home to Mayo Clinic, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Baptist Health, HCA Memorial, and St. Vincent's Hospital, to name a few which provide a wide variety of internship and employment options. Each MHA student will earn their official Lean Competency System (LCS) Certification 1C Green Belt equivalent and training in Human Centered Design, sponsored by Guidewell/FloridaBlue.

Application Deadlines

Fall Term . . . . . . . . August 1

Summer Term . . . . April 15

Admits for fall and summer terms only.

 

Admission Requirements

For admission requirements and information on how to apply, please visit

The UNF Graduate School's Website

  • Application
    Applications for admission are to be submitted to The Graduate School at the University of North Florida. Questions about the admission process can be directed to The Graduate School Office at the University of North Florida (904) 620-1360.
  • Mission, Vision, Goals, and Values

    Mission: 

    The Master of Health Administration (MHA) Program at the University of North Florida develops early-career individuals in the southeast United States to serve as effective managers and leaders in health services organizations. This is achieved by offering full and part-time students the opportunity to acquire knowledge, skills and competencies necessary for success in entry-level health management positions. The Program's focus reflects the University's mission of excellence in education, scholarship and community-based service.

    Vision: 

    The UNF MHA Program aims to be globally recognized for innovatively preparing students for careers in health services administration.

    Values:

    In the fulfillment of our mission, the Department of Health Administration upholds the values of:

    • Integrity: We do the right thing for the right reason at the right time.
    • Respect: We treat everyone with kindness, we are informed by the perspective of others, and we draw strength from our differences.
    • Accountability: We are responsible for how the outcomes of our actions affect others and our environment.
    • Innovation: We harness creativity and talent to turn challenges into opportunities and problems into solutions in a uniquely UNF and BCH way.

    Goals: 

    Consistent with the Mission and Vision Statements, the following broad goals have been established for the Program as the foundation for its strategic planning process and commitment to continuing improvement. These are presented in recognition of the University's focus on excellence in education, scholarship and community-based service

    • GOAL 1 – The program curriculum is continually updated to provide an excellent foundation in the knowledge and skills necessary for successful careers as health administrator and leaders.
      • Primary Results
        1. Students demonstrate the knowledge and skills related to the competencies identified for entry -level positions in health services organizations.
        2. Students acquire the competencies that are necessary to effectively communicate within health services organization.
        3. Students demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional growth through participation in student/professional organizations.
        4. The program recruits well-qualified and diverse students who find employment upon graduation.
               
       
    • GOAL 2 – The MHA Program will provide a curriculum known for its commitment to continual assessment and program development
      • Primary Results 
        1. The Program assures that students are consistently assessed and advised on their progress toward their mastery of program competencies.
        2. The program curriculum is current, relevant and include high quality integrative experiences.
        3. The program utilizes well-prepared faculty and resources who bring diverse perspectives into the classroom.
               
       
    • GOAL 3 – Faculty will disseminate new knowledge gained from individual and collaborative research efforts.
      • Primary Results 
        1. Program faculty contributes to the knowledge base and development of “best practices” within the health services area by initiation of and participation in health services research.
        2. Faculty secures funding for teaching and research projects.
        3. Faculty research is integrated in classroom teaching.
         
       
    • GOAL 4 – Faculty provides excellence of service to the community and to the health services discipline.
      • Primary Results 
        1. Program faculty serve as a resource within the University community.
        2. Program faculty serve as a resource within for regional and national health services organizations.
  • MHA Program Competencies

    On completing the program the students should be able to:

    Communications

    1. Listen and understand the ideas and thoughts of others
    2. Speak clearly and effectively before individuals and groups and use non-verbal forms of communication.
    3. Communicate clearly and effectively in writing.
    4. Demonstrate appropriate communication for different audiences and situations.

    Interpersonal Effectiveness

    1. Work collaboratively in a team setting.
    2. Coach, mentor and support others.
    3. Establish, build, and maintain relationships with others including those with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
    4. Use diplomacy and tact.

    Critical Thinking

    1. View issues from different perspectives and ask the right questions when making decisions.
    2. Identify and prioritize organizational needs and solutions.
    3. Use statistical and analytical tools to measure and improve organizational performance.
    4. Appropriately challenge others viewpoints and perspectives.

    Business Analysis and Problem Solving

    1. Apply economic theory and advanced financial knowledge to decision making.
    2. Demonstrate strategic thinking skills in planning and evaluation.
    3. Recognize political and legal implications of actions and decisions.
    4. Identify and prioritize organizational needs and market imperatives in design and development of business plans for health Programs and services.
    5. Demonstrate project management skills.

    Management and Leadership

    1. Demonstrate basic leadership skills.
    2. Know, support and use team development methods.

    Professionalism and Ethics

    1. Articulate, model and reward professional values and ethics.
    2. Understand, demonstrate and reward cultural sensitivity and competence.
    3. Demonstrate integrity in dealing with others.
    4. Establish and maintain professional relationships.
  • Course Sequences Full & Part-Time

    The program offers part-time and full-time students the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills enabling them to obtain entry level administrative and management positions or advance in established careers. Applications for admission are to be submitted to The Graduate School at the University of North Florida. Questions about the admission process can be directed to The Graduate School Office at the University of North Florida (904) 620-1360. Approval for individual course waivers are rare but will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you believe you have taken a similar graduate-level course, please submit that course’s syllabus to the Director for evaluation and determination.

    Full-Time

    Full-Time Course Schedule, Fall Admission, 45 Credits

    Year 1
    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6114 Health Organization and Delivery M 3
    HSA6186 Healthcare Leadership and Organizational Behavior T 3
    HSA5177 Health Care Finance R 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6196 Quantitative Analysis Health M 3
    HSA6198 Health Information Technology T 3
    HSA6149 Health Planning W 3

     

    Summer Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6905 Policy and Law in Health Care M 3
    HSA6178 Advance Health Care Finance T 3
    HXXXX Graduate Elective

    Recommended: HSA6514: Practice Management or HSA6958 Study Abroad - Health Administration

    n/a 3
    Year 2
    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6520 Managerial Epidemiology M 3
    HSA6342 Healthcare Human Resources T 3
    HSA6435 Health Economics W 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6815 Practicum: Executive Skill Development n/a 3
    HSA6188 Capstone: HC Strategic Management R 3
    HSA6385 Quality Management in Healthcare M 3

     

    Note:

    1. Courses offered in the evenings (approximately 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
    2. HSA6958: Study Abroad may be taken as a 3-hour elective

    Full-Time Course Schedule, Summer Admission, 45 Credits

    Year 1
    Summer Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HXXXX Graduate Elective

    Recommended: HSA6514: Practice Management or HSA6958 Study Abroad - Health Administration

    n/a 3
    Complete any Pre-requisites if not completed (Principles of Financial Accounting and Statistics) n/a -

     

    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6114 Health Organization and Delivery M 3
    HSA6186 Healthcare Leadership and Organizational Behavior T 3
    HSA5177 Health Care Finance R 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6196 Quantitative Analysis Health M 3
    HSA6198 Health Information Technology T 3
    HSA6149 Health Planning W 3

     

    Summer Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6905 Policy and Law in Health Care M 3
    HSA6178 Advance Health Care Finance T 3
    Year 2
    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6520 Managerial Epidemiology M 3
    HSA6342 Healthcare Human Resources T 3
    HSA6435 Health Economics W 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6815 Practicum: Executive Skill Development n/a 3
    HSA6188 Capstone: HC Strategic Management R 3
    HSA6385 Quality Management in Healthcare M 3

     

    Note:

    1. Courses offered in the evenings (approximately 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
    2. HSA6958: Study Abroad may be taken as a 3-hour elective

     

    Part-Time

    Part-Time Course Schedule, Fall Admission, 45 Credits

    Year 1
    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6114 Health Organization and Delivery M 3
    HSA5177 Health Care Finance R 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6196 Quantitative Analysis Health M 3
    HSA6198 Health Information Technology T 3

     

    Summer Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6905 Policy and Law in Health Care M 3
    HSA6178 Advance Health Care Finance T 3
    Year 2
    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6520 Managerial Epidemiology M 3
    HSA6186 Healthcare Leadership and Organizational Behavior T 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6385 Quality Management in Healthcare M 3
    HSA6149 Health Planning W 3

     

    Summer Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HXXXX Graduate Elective

    (Recommended: HSA6958 Study Abroad - Health Administration, HSA6386: Population Health for Health Executives, OR HSA6187 Managing Human Resources in Health Care Organizations (DL)

    n/a 3
    Year 3
    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6342 Healthcare Human Resources T 3
    HSA6435 Health Economics W 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6815 Practicum: Executive Skill Development n/a 3
    HSA6188 Capstone: HC Strategic Management R 3

     

    Note:

    1. Courses offered in the evenings (approximately 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
    2. HSA6958: Study Abroad may be taken as a 3-hour elective

    Part-Time Course Schedule, Fall Admission, 45 Credits

    Year 1
    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6114 Health Organization and Delivery M 3
    HSA5177 Health Care Finance R 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6196 Quantitative Analysis Health M 3
    HSA6198 Health Information Technology T 3

     

    Summer Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6905 Policy and Law in Health Care M 3
    HSA6178 Advance Health Care Finance T 3
    Year 2
    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6520 Managerial Epidemiology M 3
    HSA6186 Healthcare Leadership and Organizational Behavior T 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6385 Quality Management in Healthcare M 3
    HSA6149 Health Planning W 3

     

    Summer Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HXXXX Graduate Elective

    (Recommended: HSA6958 Study Abroad - Health Administration, HSA6386: Population Health for Health Executives, OR HSA6187 Managing Human Resources in Health Care Organizations (DL)

    n/a 3
    Year 3
    Fall Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6342 Healthcare Human Resources T 3
    HSA6435 Health Economics W 3

     

    Spring Term
    Course Number and Title Day Credits
    HSA6815 Practicum: Executive Skill Development n/a 3
    HSA6188 Capstone: HC Strategic Management R 3

     

    Note:

    1. Courses offered in the evenings (approximately 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
    2. HSA6958: Study Abroad may be taken as a 3-hour elective
  • Earn your MHA and MBA in 3 Years

    UNF students accepted to the MHA program have the opportunity to also earn their MBA simultaneously.

    Completion Timeline: 3 Years attending Full-Time, Fall Admission
    Admissions: Students must apply and be accepted to both programs 
    Estimated Total Hours: Approx. 77

    Recommended Course Sequence

    Full-Time Students MHA/MBA (Year 1)
    Fall 1 Spring 1 Summer 1
    HSA 6114: Health Organization and Delivery (M) (3) HSA 6149: Health Planning (Typically used for the MBA Elective) (W) (3) HSA 6905: Policy and Law in Health Care (M) (3)
    HSA 6186: Healthcare Leadership and Organizational Behavior (Typically used as a substitute for your MBA Elective) (T) (3) HSA 6198: Health Information Technology (Typically used as a substitute for ISM6021: Management of Information Technology) (T) (3) HSA 6178: Advanced Health Care Finance (T) (3)
    HSA 5177: Health Care Finance (R) (3) ECO 6415: Making Decisions with Data (Can use as a substitute for HSA6196: Quantitative Analysis Health) (3) -

     

    Full-Time Students MHA/MBA (Year 2)
    Fall 2 Spring 2 Summer 2
    ACG 6305 Management Accounting (3) HSA 6385: Quality Management in Healthcare (M) (3) MAN 6726: Advanced Strategic Management (3)
    HSA 6520: Managerial Epidemiology (M) (3) MAR 6805: Marketing Strategy (3) MAN 6501: Modeling/Management Operations (Can use this as Your HSA Elective) (3)
    EPC 6705: Economics of Business Decision (Can use this as a substitute for HSA6435: Health Economics) (3) - -
    ECO 6060: Economic Analysis - -

     

    Full-Time Students MHA/MBA (Year 3)
    Fall 3 Spring 3
    HSA 6342: Healthcare Human Resources (Typically used for your MBA Elective) (T) (3) HSA 6188: Capstone: HC Strategic Management (R) (3)
    ECO 2013: Principles of Macroeconomics (3) HSA 6815: Practicum: Executive Skill Management (3)
    FIN 6406: Advanced Financial Management (3) MAN 6XXX: Management Leadership

     

    Note:

    1) Courses offered in the evenings (approximately 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.).
    2) HSA 6958: Study Abroad may be taken as a 3-hour elective.
    * The UNF MBA Program is separate and independent from the UNF MHA Program. The MBA Program can change its requirements at any time.

  • Scholarship Opportunities
  • Graduate and Alumni Job Placement and Salary Data

    University of North Florida's Master of Health Administration program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Health Management Education (CAHME).

    Completion/Employment Rates
    Year Completion Rate Employment Rate
    2022 91% 98%
    2021 100% 91%
    2020 92% 100%
    2019 86% 100%
    2018 94% 100%
    2017 92% 94%
    2016 82% 100%
    2015 80% 90%
    2014 81% 85%
    2013 87% 90%

    *Employment rate is within 3 months of graduation.

    At time of graduation, the salary ranges in 2022 were as follows:

    2% reported earning more than $100,000

    2% reported earning between $80,001-$99,999

    17% reported earning between $60,001-$80,000

    26% reported earning between $50,000-$60,000

    52% reported earning less than $50,000

    At time of graduation, the salary ranges in 2021 were as follows:

    5% reported earning more than $100,000

    14% reported earning between $80,001-$99,999

    10% reported earning between $60,001-$80,000

    10% reported earning between $50,000-$60,000

    61% reported earning less than $50,000

    One year after graduation, the salary ranges for students graduating in 2021 were:

    7% reported earning more than $100,000

    7% reported earning between $80,001-$99,999

    36% reported earning between $60,001-$80,000

    25% reported earning between $50,000-$60,000

    25% reported earning less than $50,000

    Three years after graduation, the salary ranges for students graduating in 2019 were:

    27% reported earning more than $100,000

    27% reported earning between $80,001-$99,999

    40% reported earning between $60,001-$80,000

    0% reported earning between $50,000-$60,000

    6% reported earning less than $50,000

     

    Employment Settings of 2022 Program Graduates
    Position  # Graduates 2021-2022 # Graduates 2021-2022  # Graduates 2020-2019        # Graduates 2020-2019 # Graduates 2019-2018  # Graduates 2019-2018 
    Already employed in healthcare and stayed in the same position post-graduation - - - - 2 -
    Pursuing other graduate degree 1 - 1 - - -
    TOTAL NOT ELIBIGLE/NOT SEEKING TO BE PLACED (A) 
    Post-Graduate Fellowship - 2 -      - - 2
    Hospital/Health System - 10 - 9 - 7
    Physician Practice - 2 - 1 - 1
    Military Health System or Veterans Health Administration - 2 - 2 - 1
    Long-Term Care Facility - 1 - - - -
    Consulting - 1 - 1 - 1
    Insurance/HMO - 1 - - - -
    Pharmaceutical/Biotech/Medical Device Company  - 2 - 1 - -
    Employed outside Healthcare - 2 - 1 - 1
    Other - 3 - 1 - 1
    TOTAL PLACED  2 27  2 16  3 14 

     

    Positions Currently Held by Recent Program Graduates
     Positions by Type Enter Dates: 2022 to 2023   Enter Dates 2021 to 2022
    Executive Office - 3
    Other Executive Management 2 -
    Management 7 10
    Administrative Staff 21 7
    Clinical Staff  5 -
    Fellow/Intern 1 -
    Other (list) 3 -
    Unknown 2 -
    Total Graduates Eligible to be Placed 42 27
    Employment Setting Rates
    Employment Setting 2013-2022 Total
    Consulting 3
    Postgraduate Fellowship 6
    Hospital or Health System 72
    Military or VA Facility 11
    Insurance 2
    Long-term Care or Home Health Agency 3
    Bio-tech / Medical Device / Pharmaceutical Company 4
    Medical / Clinical / Physician Practice 8
    Employed outside the healthcare sector 4
    Pursuing further education 1
    Other 11
    Unknown 10
    Fellowships 2
    Total 137

     

    Positions Held
    Positions Currently Held By Program Graduates 2013-2022 Number of Graduates
    Chief Operating Officer/Vice President of Operations 4
    Management Staff 35
    Senior Staff 14
    Staff Specialist, Consultant 42
    Physician 1
    Registered Nurse 1
    Pharmacist 1
    Unknown 39
    Total 137
  • MHA Information Sessions
  • CAHME & AUPHA

    CAHME Mentorship Circle status recognizes that the University of North Florida’s MHA program — in addition to achieving the high standards of CAHME accreditation — engages in activities that help to extend CAHME’s mission of advancing the quality of graduate healthcare management education. Mentorship Circle status recognizes that the program provides opportunities to other students and other programs to advance their own experiences and skills — for the good of the entire healthcare field.

    AUPHA Excellence in Health Administration Education logoCAHME Accredited LogoCAHME Mentorshot circle logo

  • Student Testimonials
  • MHA Faculty Profiles

    Meet our Health Administration faculty.

Contact the Program Director 

Rob Haley headshot

Dr. Rob Haley PhD, MBA, MHS 

Professor and Director Master of Health Administration
Phone: 904-620-4016 
Fax: 904-620-1035 
Email: rhaley@unf.edu

*All Program Application Documents should be sent to: ApplyMHA@unf.edu