Austin Peay State University

Programme overview

This Master of Healthcare Administration prepares students to design and implement policies and systems that improve healthcare efficiency and outcomes. Courses are delivered online. The program is pursuing accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME).

What you'll study

Students develop managerial competencies across core areas required for healthcare leadership:

• Accounting and finance
• Data analytics
• Management and leadership
• Health law and economics
• Strategic planning
• Quality improvement
• Human resources

Entry requirements

Admission details are provided in the university graduate catalog. Prospective students should consult the catalog for specific criteria and submit an application via the university's admission portal.

Career prospects

Graduates enter roles in a wide range of healthcare-related organizations, including hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, laboratories, pharmaceutical firms, insurance companies and not-for-profits. Administrators support clinical staff such as nurses and physicians, work regular but often long hours, and occupy respected managerial positions. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 2021 median income for medical and health services managers of $101,340; a master’s degree can increase that salary by as much as $25,000.

Scholarships & funding angle

The program page does not list specific scholarships; applicants should review general graduate funding options in the university catalog and contact the graduate admissions or financial aid office about assistantships, scholarships and external funding sources.