This Master of Health Administration, Catholic Health Leadership degree concentration is recommended for health care administrators and department managers working in Catholic health care organizations throughout the country who desire to advance their career and provide leadership in the Catholic tradition within health care organizations. This degree is also recommended for current health care leaders within a Catholic health system who wish to upgrade their skills. For this degree, students are required to successfully complete the core courses, one elective course and a capstone course, totaling 42 credits.

Admissions Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.  Two years of substantive experience in healthcare.

Applicants must have at least two years of experience working in a healthcare  setting and must also submit the following to be considered for the MHA Program:

• Letter of Intent (including goals and career interests and a discussion of two of the identified competencies for this program, including why the competence is important to the healthcare industry and where you are in terms of your development in this area).
• Professional Resume, showing two-years of experience in healthcare.
• Two letters of reference from a supervisor or other professional reference (indicating the applicant possesses the aptitude and ambition to complete this course of study).
• Interview with Program Director or designee.