Emory University

What you'll study

The curriculum balances advanced clinical topics, systems-level understanding and administrative competencies. Typical modules and learning areas include:

• Advanced Clinical Practices – patient assessment, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology fundamentals, point-of-care testing and clinical workflow.
• Healthcare Systems and Policy – organisation of care, payment models, population health, and the regulatory environment.
• Health Information and Informatics – electronic health records (EHR) management, data quality, privacy and use of health IT in clinical decision-making.
• Ethics, Law and Professionalism – ethical frameworks, legal responsibilities, consent, confidentiality and scope of practice issues.
• Leadership, Management and Operations – team leadership, practice management, human resources basics, budgeting and process improvement techniques.
• Quality Improvement and Patient Safety – methods for measuring care quality, safety interventions and root-cause analysis.
• Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice – applied statistics, critical appraisal of literature and application of evidence to clinical practice.
• Practicum or Capstone Project – supervised clinical placement or a practice-focused project that integrates clinical, administrative and informatics competencies.

Entry requirements

• A recognised bachelor’s degree; programmes in health, biomedical sciences, nursing or closely related fields are preferred but not always required with relevant experience.
• Relevant professional or clinical experience in allied health or medical assisting roles is typically expected.
• Application materials generally include a current CV, personal statement outlining career goals and fit with the programme, and professional or academic references.
• Applicants whose first language is not English will need to meet Emory’s English language proficiency requirements.
• Some applicants may be invited for an interview; requirements for standardised tests are assessed on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary.

Career prospects

Graduates move into a range of clinical and administrative positions across ambulatory practice, hospital departments, community health organisations and health IT companies. Common roles include advanced medical assistant or clinical coordinator, practice or clinic manager, health information specialist, quality and patient-safety officer, care navigator or programme manager for outpatient services. The degree also provides preparation for further clinical training or postgraduate professional programmes.

Why study at Emory University

• Clinical opportunities: Emory’s extensive healthcare network provides access to diverse clinical environments and supervised practicum experiences.
• Interdisciplinary learning: Students benefit from collaboration with faculty and peers across medicine, public health, nursing and health services research.
• Applied focus: The programme emphasises practical skills, quality improvement and health information competencies that are directly transferable to today’s healthcare settings.
• Career support: Emory’s career services and alumni network help students connect with employers across the Atlanta region and nationally.