Texas A&M University School of Public Health Master of Health Administration (MHA)
Texas A&M University School of Public Health

Texas A&M University School of Public Health

Master of Health Administration (MHA)

College Station, USA

Master degree

English

Sep 2026

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Health Administration (MHA) provides students with essential skills for managing healthcare organizations. This program focuses on leadership, policy formation, and health services management. It typically spans two years and is designed for those seeking to advance their careers in the healthcare industry.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various roles in health systems, including healthcare manager, health services administrator, and policy analyst. Opportunities also exist in government agencies, non-profits, and private sectors, emphasizing strategic planning and operational management in health settings.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Master of Health Administration (MHA) Program is a professional degree program intended for students pursuing administrative practice in health service-related settings.

Program Tracks

We offer two tracks to earn the MHA degree:

  • the Resident Track for students embarking on their career in health administration
  • the Executive Track for currently employed healthcare professionals

The 55-credit hour Resident Track curriculum can be completed in 21 months (full-time) or 33 months (part-time). The comprehensive and timely curriculum includes a required 10-week summer practicum that allows you to apply classroom knowledge in a wide range of health services organizations.

The 48-credit hour Executive Track admits students annually every August and requires two years to complete. This track is intended for working, mid-career healthcare professionals with at least 5 years of increasing responsibilities within health services or related industries.

Regardless which track you pursue, our MHA Program will provide you with a rigorous and comprehensive educational experience, including the core disciplines of the schools of public health that have become increasingly important in health administration.

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