Industry Growth
Employment of medical and health service managers is expected to grow 32% by 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Graduate Program
MBA in Health Care Management
With a master's degree in health care management, you'll prepare for a career as a health care leader in one of the largest and fastest-growing industries.
At a Glance
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Offered as
Master's of Business Administration
Hybrid—Combination of Online & On Campus
Credits
36
Avg. Time to Completion
As little as 1 year
College/School
Campus Location
- Chester, PA
Explore Our Health Care Management MBA
Widener's health care management MBA program will prepare you for a greater leadership role in the thriving health care industry. As you draw on powerful courses—from health economics to human capital management—you'll accelerate your learning with flexible 7-week courses designed for busy adults.
Taught by management and health care professionals, our curriculum will equip you to tackle the industry's greatest challenges. You'll advance your career as you develop cutting-edge skills and acquire core competencies in health care management.
Our master of business administration in health care management degree program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Unsure if this is the right MBA for you? Check out Widener's additional MBA degree options.
Program Information
Through the health care management MBA program, you'll experience a rigorous and innovative curriculum that focuses on the application of sound theoretical concepts to practical situations, the development of professional and interpersonal skills, and the mastery of competencies needed to succeed in the health care industry.
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This program provides students with opportunities to gain valuable field experience through an administrative residency. Here you'll demonstrate management competencies by applying your knowledge and skills to real-world issues in health care organizations and learn the ins and outs of the workplace by attending executive meetings and taking on management projects. Before you graduate, you'll complete at least 360 hours of part-time or full-time experience.
With support from Widener faculty, you'll identify an organization for your residency. Past students have worked with Penn Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and other leading health care systems.
If you plan to work in a health care management role while you complete the MBA program, you may fulfill the residency requirement with your current organization. Or, if you enter the program with health care management experience, you may request a residency waiver.
Elevate your career—and save both time and money—by simultaneously earning an MBA in health care management and a doctor of clinical psychology (PsyD) degree. You'll train to become a clinical psychologists while developing a deep understanding of the health care system in which you will practice. By pairing clinical psychology expertise with competencies related to the business of health care, you’ll graduate ready to run your own practice or take on leadership roles in a variety of health care settings.
Learn more about the PsyD/MBA in health care management dual degree
Complete the certificate in health care management and transition into the MBA in health care management program. You may roll into the MBA program without submitting a GMAT score if you earn a certificate GPA of 3.3 or higher. All coursework from the certificate will transfer into the master's program.
Learn more about the health care management business certificate
MBA in Health Care Management Outlook & Outcomes
Why Pursue Your MBA at Widener?
Learn from Powerhouse Faculty
Faculty are at the forefront of the field and incorporate the latest trends, thinking, and technology into their teaching. Our professors know the keys to success because they’ve achieved it themselves, and they’re committed to sharing their expertise in class and through one-on-one advising and dedicated career support.
Benefit from Built-in Professional Development
Here, you'll find countless opportunities to forge invaluable connections, from joining professional development workshops to attending health care career panels. You'll graduate with a network of driven peers, accomplished faculty, and industry leaders.
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Program Highlights
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Admissions & Aid
Our admissions and financial aid teams are here to support you every step of the way. Have a question? Ask away!
Admissions Information
Applying online is easy—and it's secure.
What you'll need to apply:
- Completed online application
- $35 application fee
- Personal statement (see below for prompt)
- Resume
- One letter of recommendation
- Official transcripts from all postsecondary schools attended
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.7
- GMAT or GRE score (You may be eligible for a GMAT/GRE waiver*.)
Personal Statement
Please explain why you wish to do graduate work in the field you have selected with particular emphasis on your proposed area of specialization. Please limit this essay to no more than one typewritten page.
GMAT/GRE Requirement and Waiver Process*
To satisfy the GMAT/GRE requirement:
- Submit a minimum GMAT score of 450 (or an equivalent GRE score)
- Request an Interview to explore conditional admission in lieu of a GMAT or GRE score
- Request a GMAT/GRE waiver if at least one of the following is true:
- You have 5 years of relevant work experience after graduating from a bachelor’s program (proof of experience must be submitted)
- You graduated from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher
- You hold a master’s degree from an accredited institution
- You completed a related certificate and earned a 3.3 cumulative GPA or higher
Our MBA programs use a rolling admissions format which means you can apply when it's convenient for you. We recommend you complete your application at least one month prior to the start of the semester you wish to begin. You may begin your MBA in the fall or spring semester.
Widener transfer applicants follow the same application process as general applicants. After you apply, our admissions team will work with you to determine whether completed undergraduate and graduate coursework will count towards foundation/core courses that can be waived or substituted.
Widener University serves as a "second home" for students from around the world. We are located just outside of Philadelphia and close to New York City and Washington, D.C.—offering many unique professional and personal opportunities to explore.
Want to know what it's like to be an international student on campus or need assistance navigating English proficiency requirements? We're here to help, and our international admissions director will support you through the application process. This support doesn't end with admissions—our International Student Support team will serve as a valuable resource throughout your Widener journey—meeting Visa/immigration requirements, getting acclimated to campus, and much more.
How to Apply as a Graduate International Student
- Complete your online application
- Submit your official transcripts from all college/university post-secondary institutions. A course-by-course credential evaluation completed by a NACES certified organization will be accepted if the transcript is not in the English language.
- Fulfill the English Proficiency requirements
- If you require an F-1 visa, you must provide written proof you have adequate funding available to meet the expenses incurred while studying in the United States
Financial Aid
Because Widener is a private institution, we're able to offer financial assistance that brings our education within reach for individuals who might otherwise not be able to afford it.
You might be surprised how much we are able to offer.
Getting started is easy. Simply apply to Widener and submit your FAFSA to be automatically considered for scholarships and grants. "FAFSA" stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and helps identify whether you are eligible for aid awarded by Widener, the government, and other sources. Our school code is 003313.
In order to receive a financial aid offer, students must meet certain eligibility requirements. Here are the general eligibility requirements for most financial aid programs:
- Must demonstrate financial need
- Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
- Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program
Learn more about applying for financial aid as a graduate student
Paths to Savings
85% of Full-Time Grad Students Receive Aid
Simply apply to Widener and complete the financial aid process to be automatically considered for scholarships and grants. Because Widener is a private institution, we are able to offer financial assistance that brings our education within reach for individuals who might otherwise not be able to afford it. You might be surprised at how much we are able to offer in assistance.
Applying For Financial Aid as a Graduate Student
In order to receive your part of the financial aid pie, all you have to do is submit your FAFSA. "FAFSA" stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and helps identify whether you are eligible for aid awarded by Widener, the government, and other sources.
Widener Scholarships
A limited number of university-based scholarships are made available to enrolled graduate students made possible directly from our academic department or thanks to the generosity of university donors. No extra steps are needed to be taken prior to admission. Once enrolled, contact your program director to learn more.
Graduate Assistantships
Widener offers a limited number of graduate assistantships to enrolled students. GAs receive tuition assistance for their work. Once you're a student, contact your program director for more information.
Employer Discounts & Tuition Reimbursement
Widener University also partners with many local organizations and corporations to offer discounted tuition and other incentives to their employees. Don't see your company on the list? Ask them to become a partner. In addition, employers often offer educational reimbursement benefits. We encourage you to explore these opportunities and will be glad to provide any necessary documentation.
20% Discount for Widener Alumni
(some restrictions apply)
If you graduated with a degree from Widener, you may qualify for a 20% tuition discount. The first step to see what you qualify for is to submit your application. Widener offers students many paths to savings, and while we don't offer "double discounts", we'll make sure you'll get the biggest financial benefit you're eligible for. Only students who have completed an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree are eligible. Students who have pursued a 4+1, 4+2, or 3+3 pathway, graduate assistantship, Widener-funded scholarship, or other tuition discount may not be eligible if the financial discount granted surpasses 20%.
Program Cost
Tuition rates are subject to change. Official costs for your first year will be determined at time of enrollment.
Graduate Admissions Office
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Hyatt Hall
14th St
Chester, PA 19013 - 610-499-4282
- gcs@widener.edu
Jose Proenca
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs in the School of Business Administration
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Quick Center
Room 239 - (610) 499-4330
- jproenca@widener.edu
