The healthcare leadership track of the MBA provides the student with a core of business courses and advanced study needed to lead organizations in the rapidly changing health care environment. Graduates are able to pursue careers in all disciplines of health care, including information technology, finance, human resources, marketing, and operations. A full-time student taking two courses per semester, will complete this program in 14-16 months.
Jessica Dupont ’16
MBA in healthcare leadership
Director of risk adjustment at Health New England
President of Dress for Success, Western Massachusetts
“The healthcare leadership track offered by the Elms MBA program was exactly what I was looking for. The courses were taught by professionals who were respected experts in their field and went beyond just the theoretical concepts. They instead focused on teaching students how to apply these concepts in the real world and further hone deep reasoning and critical thinking skills. I draw on the knowledge and skills I learned during my time in the program almost every single day. Less than a year after completing my MBA I was promoted to my current role. I know my Elms MBA helped to position me for that opportunity and continued success in my career.”
Course of Study
Curriculum
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Core MBA Courses (15 credits)
| Course # | Formerly | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 6000 | Managerial Finance and Data Analysis | 3 | |
| BUS 6100 | Globalization and Social Responsibility | 3 | |
| BUS 6200 | Leadership and Teamwork | 3 | |
| BUS 6300 | Current Events Impact on the Economy | 3 | |
| BUS 6400 | Strategic Management Practicum | 3 |
Leadership Concentration (21 credits)
| Course # | Formerly | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 6002 | Accounting for Managers | 3 | |
| HCL 6105 | Business Dynamics of Healthcare | 3 | |
| HCL 6205 | Budgeting in Healthcare | 3 | |
| HCL 6405 | Healthcare Operations Management | 3 | |
| HCL 6305 | Managing Human Capital in Healthcare | 3 | |
| HCL 6500 | Information Systems in Healthcare | 3 | |
| HCL 6600 | Global Perspectives in Healthcare Management | 3 |