Executive Master of Healthcare Administration (EMHA)
Overview
The executive master of healthcare administration (EMHA) degree, offered by the School of Public Health, facilitates the rapid advancement of professionals in healthcare administration to serve in executive leadership roles with cross-functional responsibilities. With a fully online curriculum, the EMHA program allows students to meet their current professional demands while earning their advanced degree so that they can become senior leaders in the healthcare industry.
Five Reasons to Get your EMHA Degree at UNLV
- CEPH Accredited: The UNLV School of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) which signifies a commitment to high-quality education in public health. This ensures a curriculum that prepares students with essential knowledge and skills.
- Career Acceleration: Developed for mid-career clinical and management professionals, the EMHA will build upon the skills you already possess preparing you for the next step in your career.
- Online Program: Our online program was created with your busy schedule in mind. It allows students to fit their education into their already busy schedule.
- Curriculum with You in Mind: The program does not require an internship, which means you graduate sooner and can take what you have learned into your growing career.
- Higher Earning Potential: Healthcare administrators typically earn competitive salaries. Holding a master's degree such as an MHA can lead to higher earning potential compared to those with only a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or a related field. The median salary for senior-level executives is over $400,000.
Advance Your Career in the Healthcare Industry
The executive master of healthcare administration (EMHA) degree was created for mid-career professionals in the healthcare industry who are actively seeking higher-level job opportunities. The program is purposefully online and does not include a required internship to meet the needs of full-time professionals.
“UNLV’s EMHA program has been transformative for my career, providing me with invaluable knowledge and skills in healthcare management that have propelled my professional growth. Through its comprehensive curriculum and supportive faculty, I gained the confidence and expertise needed to navigate complex healthcare challenges and advance in my career.”Wil Lacro, Class of 2021
Chief of Strategic Development, Bay Area Community Health
Grow Your Career Potential
This degree provides students with the relevant business skills for effective decision-making and leadership skills that are essential in the healthcare industry. Graduates can apply these skills in hospitals, insurance and managed care companies, pharmaceuticals, public health organizations, biotech firms, and various healthcare settings.
This degree is ideal if you are looking to advance your career in the healthcare industry. With your EMHA degree, you'll have the knowledge and skills to succeed in a variety of roles, including:
- Healthcare executive
- Hospital administrator
- Healthcare consultant
- Director of operations
- Director of business development
- Healthcare entrepreneur
Admission Requirements
- Hold a bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from a regionally accredited institution.
- A criterion for admission is at least a B (3.0) grade point average, or equivalent in work completed after the first two years of a bachelor's degree program, and in all post-baccalaureate coursework.
- An applicant who does not meet this academic criterion may request special consideration.
- Submit the following documents as part of your online application for admission:
- A one to two page personal essay describing you want to pursue a career in healthcare management.
- A resume.
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
- Three letters of recommendation.
Application Deadlines
Fall Term:
May 1 – International applicants
Aug. 1 – Domestic or permanent resident applicants
Spring Term:
Oct. 1 – International applicants
Dec. 1 – Domestic or permanent resident applicants
Summer Term:
This program does not admit students for the summer term.