Offered as the Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHA) at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)

Take your next step in healthcare leadership with the online MSHA program at Oregon Health & Science University. Designed with working professionals in mind, this degree gives you the specialized skills and real-world experience to lead teams, strengthen healthcare operations, and drive positive change—while balancing your existing responsibilities.

What Sets this Healthcare Administration Degree Program Apart

• 100% Online for Working Professionals
  
  Learn from anywhere while balancing your career and personal commitments. Courses are flexible (80% asynchronous, 20% synchronous) and led by experienced faculty with direct healthcare expertise.

• Healthcare-Focused, Leadership-Driven
  
  Build expertise in healthcare management. Strengthen your ability to lead teams, optimize system performance, and implement improvements tailored to the challenges of modern healthcare environments.

• Nationally Respected, Regionally Connected
  
  Grow your professional network by connecting with healthcare leaders and OHSU alumni who shape hospitals, health systems, and public agencies across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

• Applied, Practice-Oriented Learning
  
  Bridge theory with hands-on application in every course. You'll immediately use new strategies and tools to solve real-world healthcare challenges in your current workplace.

• Strong Career Outlook
  
  The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates 23% job growth for medical and health services managers through 2034—much faster than average. The OHSU MSHA positions you to step confidently into these expanding leadership roles.

OHSU MSHA at a Glance

• Format: 100% online, designed for working professionals.

• Program Length: 21 months (6 terms)

• Start Term: Fall

• Application Opens: November 1

• Early Application Deadline: April 1

MSHA Program Highlights

Develop advanced leadership and management skills tailored for healthcare—without putting your current career on hold.

Healthcare Management Careers

With an MSHA from OHSU, you are equipped for influential positions, including:

• Hospital or Clinic Administrator

• Director of Operations

• Health System Executive

• Quality and Performance Manager

• Managed Care or Finance Director