Graduate Admissions Coordinator
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My name is Tanika Williams, MBA, MS, and I am dedicated to guiding you through the process of achieving your graduate degree. If you have any inquiries about the application requirements, please use the links provided below or feel free to text me directly at (989) 461-2050.
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MHA Program Coordinators
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Jeremy Knous
Professor of Kinesiology
(989) 964-2632
[email protected]
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Mark Kato
Assistant Professor of Health Sciences
(989) 964-4538
[email protected]
For any questions regarding the MHA program, please contact us at [email protected].
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Become Part of an Executive Cohort Focused on Advanced Healthcare Skills
Saginaw Valley State University’s Master of Science in Health Administration (MHA) program is meticulously crafted to address the sophisticated educational demands of today’s healthcare professionals. This includes active clinicians, physicians, advanced practice providers, and current healthcare administrators seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities. A core component of this program is its Advanced Program In Health Care Negotiation And Conflict Resolution, designed to equip you with essential skills for navigating the complexities of modern healthcare management. This focused curriculum builds upon your clinical expertise, preparing you for significant administrative roles within the healthcare sector.
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Evolve into a Healthcare Leader with Advanced Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Expertise
Designed specifically for ambitious clinicians, physicians, advanced practice providers, and current healthcare administrators, our MHA program propels your career forward. In today’s dynamic healthcare landscape, leadership hinges on more than just clinical knowledge. It demands robust administration and management skills, particularly in areas like financial oversight, regulatory compliance, and interpersonal dynamics. Our program distinguishes itself by emphasizing advanced program in health care negotiation and conflict resolution, ensuring our graduates are adept at leading teams and initiatives through complex challenges. Elevate your ability to lead and transform healthcare environments by mastering these crucial skills.
Refine Your Leadership Capabilities
- Master Healthcare Reform Navigation: Gain expertise in navigating the ongoing healthcare reform journey, understanding its implications and strategic responses.
- Enhance Business and Analytical Acumen: Develop critical business and analytical skills essential for effective healthcare administration and strategic decision-making.
- Navigate Regulatory and Legal Frameworks: Acquire a deep understanding of the intricate regulatory and legal requirements that govern healthcare operations.
- Apply Advanced Conflict Resolution and Negotiation in Leadership: Learn to effectively apply emotional intelligence, sophisticated conflict resolution techniques, and strategic negotiation skills to enhance your leadership impact. This advanced program in health care negotiation and conflict resolution is a cornerstone of our curriculum.
- Comprehend Healthcare Finance and Budgeting: Master the complexities of healthcare finance, budgeting processes, and payer dynamics to ensure fiscal responsibility and strategic financial planning.
Reap the Benefits of a Program Designed for Professionals
- Earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credits: Benefit from Continuing Medical Education credits, supporting your ongoing professional development.
- Flexible Hybrid Learning Model: Enjoy the flexibility of online and hybrid course delivery, featuring only two Saturday in-person meetings per semester, enhanced with synchronous technology for enriched engagement.
- Cohort-Based Learning with Priority Scheduling: Experience a supportive cohort format that fosters collaboration and provides priority course scheduling for a streamlined academic journey.
- Simplified Administration and Support: Benefit from a simplified application process, streamlined course registration, and comprehensive assistance with all learning materials. Face-to-face meetings include complimentary meals, enhancing your on-campus experience.
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Straightforward Admissions Process
SVSU’s executive cohort MHA program welcomes applicants holding a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Our transparent and detailed list of admission requirements ensures a straightforward and simple application experience.
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Tailored for Working Clinicians and Administrators
Our executive cohort MHA degree is specifically designed to accommodate the schedules of practicing healthcare professionals. It offers flexible class times and a balanced blend of in-person and remote instruction, making it ideal for those balancing careers and education.
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Cost-Effective and Competitively Priced
SVSU’s Master of Science in Health Administration program offers exceptional value. More affordable than comparable programs and with various loan and scholarship options available, it represents a convenient and cost-effective pathway to advance your healthcare administration career.
Get involved and elevate your career trajectory with the Master of Science in Health Administration program at Saginaw Valley State University. This program is an investment in your future, offering a rewarding, relevant, and challenging experience that is exceptionally valuable. For those aspiring to or currently serving as leaders in healthcare administration, this program is indispensable. It is rich with current, practical, and applicable information, specifically designed to prepare you for leadership and success in the evolving 21st-century healthcare sector. The advanced program in health care negotiation and conflict resolution within the MHA curriculum is particularly vital for navigating today’s complex healthcare environment.
— William R Felten MD, FACCCardiovascular Service Line ChiefMyMichigan Health
Guided by a Healthcare-Focused Advisory Board and Leading Professional Organizations
The Master of Science in Health Administration program is guided by a dedicated advisory board comprising members from healthcare-related organizations and the SVSU community. This board ensures that the program curriculum remains current, relevant, and aligned with industry needs, especially in critical areas like health care negotiation and conflict resolution. Furthermore, the program integrates content from leading professional organizations including the American College of Health Care Executives (ACHE), Health Care Finance Management Association (HFMA), and Health Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS), enriching the curriculum and providing valuable industry insights.
Industry Outlook
SVSU’s MHA program provides a flexible and effective solution for working professionals to earn a respected degree from a nationally recognized institution.
Average Job Growth*
32%
Average Salary Range*
$78K/year to $104K/year
Average Job Placement Rate for SVSU Graduates
96.9%
*Stats are approximations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, US Department of Labor
“The Masters in Health Administration program has been intellectually stimulating with an engaged group of colleagues and course materials relevant to my work, particularly the focus on leadership and conflict management.”
Michael A. Stack, M.D. VPMAMyMichigan Medical Center – Gratiot
“The MHA course exceeded my expectations. The content was not only applicable to my daily work but also inspired me to think about other areas where I can make a difference. The skills in negotiation and conflict resolution have been particularly impactful. It provided great content in varied formats that kept my interest. It provided camaraderie between myself and physicians I had seen or heard their name but never knew. It was exciting to see these physicians share my passion for making positive changes throughout Covenant. The program does require a good deal of time, but it is well worth it. I enjoyed it even more than I thought I would.”
Dr. Dawn R. Johnson, DOCovenant Medical Group
“The program has provided new insight, understanding and knowledge that I have been able to directly apply in my duties in the hospital. The subject matter and assignments are immediately applicable to current workflows and the challenges we face in the hospital. The focus on advanced program in health care negotiation and conflict resolution was particularly beneficial in addressing team dynamics and patient care issues. It was especially rewarding to design and complete an assignment that was initiated in the hospital to solve one of these challenges.”
Aaron Smith, MD, FACEPChief Medical Informatics OfficerClinical Operations Coordinator, ECCCovenant Healthcare
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Graduate Admissions
Wickes Hall 230
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(989) 964-6096
Graduate Health Administration Program Coordinator
[email protected]
Tanika Williams
Graduate Admissions Coordinator
[email protected]
(989) 461-2050
