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MHSA - Health Systems Administration (MHSA)

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Program Information

Program Title

Health Systems Administration (MHSA)

Default Credentials

MHSA - Master of Health Systems Administration

Program Description

The Master of Health Systems Administration program offers an advanced educational opportunity in health care leadership. It was created to provide graduates an opportunity to assume upper level managerial and leadership roles within the health care delivery system. Graduate students will gain advanced level knowledge and demonstrate forward-thinking, decision-making skills.

The program is designed for part-time, non-traditional students. Online coursework is the primary method of content delivery with minimal face-to-face, on-campus sessions.

Demonstrate proficiency in the use of multiple methods of communication to convey complex thoughts and strategies.

Utilize statistical data to support decision making in the health care delivery system.

Use research findings to explain and direct the resolution of practice related issues and challenges.

Apply leadership principles in managing people and programs.

Analyze issues and challenges, including new and emerging trends.

Use knowledge of health care policy and delivery systems to guide professional practice.

Promote interprofessional, evidence based initiatives within health care systems to improve the safety and quality of health care.

Apply legal/ethical concepts in the areas of health care delivery and research.

Implement specialized knowledge and skills in an advanced practice role.

Manage health care delivery systems, including financing, resources, and strategic planning.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the admission standards of the institution and the general admission requirements of the School of Health Related Professions, candidates seeking admission to the Master of Health Systems Administration program must:

  1. Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning with a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale;

  2. Submit an essay;

  3. Submit a resume; and

  4. Submit a letter of recommendation from a current supervisor or previous instructor.

A limited number of applicants will be admitted to the Master of Health Systems Administration program during each admission cycle. Students will be selected on a competitive basis. All applicants are subject to an interview. Qualification does not ensure admission.

Program Application Deadline

All application documents and the application fees must be received by the Office of Enrollment Management by March 1 for summer admission. General application information and application procedures may be found in the SHRP General Admission Requirements Policy in PolicyTech. The School reserves the right to consider and accept applications after the established deadline if places are available. To determine if a deadline has been extended, call the Office of Enrollment Management after the deadline at (601) 984-1080.

Degree Requirements

Candidates for the Master of Health Systems Administration degree must have completed the prescribed curriculum with a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale. Following satisfactory completion of all requirements, students will be awarded the Master of Health Systems Administration degree from the University of Mississippi.

Professional Course of Study

Course

Semester Hours

MHSA 601

Strategic Management in Health Care

3

MHSA 602

Legal/Ethical Concepts in Health Care

3

MHSA 604

Organizational Behavior

3

MHSA 612

Data Analysis and Outcomes Assessment

3

MHSA 616

Health Care Administration

3

MHSA 630

Health Policy and Society

3

MHSA 650

Resource Management

3

MHSA 651

Quality and Risk Management in Health Care

3

MHSA 652

Program Development and Implementation

3

MHSA 653

Research for Health Professionals

3

MHSA 654

Contemporary Issues in Health Care Finance

3

MHSA 699

Integrated Health Care Leadership

3

Total Required Hours

36

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