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Dual Degree: Business Administration / Health Administration

Lead in the business of healthcare with dual master’s degrees.

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  • Duration 2.5 years
  • Cost per Credit $965
  • Credit Hours 65–72

Program Benefits

  • Available On-Campus or Online
  • Stand out in your industry with dual master’s degrees
  • No application fee

Two Accredited Master’s Programs in One

Complete two master’s programs simultaneously, and stand out among your peers, ready to take on top positions in healthcare and related industries.

Maximize your influence as a leader in healthcare administration and related industries with an MBA-MHA dual degree from The University of Scranton.

You’ll not only graduate with the skills and credentials to seek top positions in your field — you’ll save time and reduce the workload by 13–18 credits compared to taking the degrees separately.

You’ll gain all the skills you need to help an organization navigate the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, as well as successfully implement sustainable approaches to business development and organizational excellence.

Both programs are accredited individually — the MBA by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the MHA by the Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) — so you can be sure your education is among the best offered.

Note: The MBA-MHA dual program does not have a specific programmatic accreditation.

Career Outlook: Growing Demand and Rewarding Salaries

In a 2021 study by the Graduate Management Admission Council, nine out of 10 corporate recruiters said that they expect the demand for business school graduates to increase or remain stable in the next five years.1 Those with healthcare expertise from the University of Scranton’s dual MBA-MHA will be in especially high demand.

In fact, career growth for medical and health services managers is expected to grow much faster than average, by 28% from 2022 to 2032. These professionals also earned a high median salary in 2023 at $110,680. The top 10% of medical and health services managers took home more than $216,750 annually.2 With your dual MBA-MHA, you’ll be well-positioned for these top jobs.

Career Outlook

Curriculum: Coursework Rooted in Excellence

Gain dual master’s degrees — both your MBA and MHA — in less time than it would take to earn them separately.

The AACSB-accredited MBA focuses on business concepts such as the Triple Bottom Line theory, which considers social, fiscal and environmental impacts on sustainable business development.

The CAHME-accredited MHA focuses on the unique considerations of the healthcare industry, such as regulatory, quality and technology needs.

Additionally, the MBA-MHA coursework is consistent with the Healthcare Leadership Alliance’s (HLA) competency model, offering outcomes in leadership, business, management and more.

Note: The MBA-MHA dual program does not have a specific programmatic accreditation.

Curriculum

Program Outcomes

The courses of Scranton’s dual MBA-MHA curriculum will prepare you to:

  • Identify ineffective practices resulting from poorly integrated processes, with special consideration for the unique demands of the healthcare industry.
  • Use technology to gather and analyze data to inform a systematic approach to decision-making and solving business problems.
  • Evaluate decisions within an ethical framework and critique decisions on the basis of social responsibility and environmental sustainability.
  • Navigate the financial realities of the healthcare industry and how they impact the financial health of your own organization.
  • Negotiate the hierarchy of healthcare personnel, including middle management, governing board, medical staff and administration.
  • Tackle major healthcare issues confronting your organization and understand how hospital administration affects healthcare delivery.

Admission Requirements

To apply for Scranton’s Dual MBA-MHA program, you’ll need:

  • Completed application
  • Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities
  • Professional résumé
  • Statement of intent
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Fair Credit Reporting Act (read and sign the two following forms)
    • Background Check Disclosure
    • Background Check Authorization
  • No GMAT/GRE required

Find more details on the MBA-MHA Admission Requirements page.

Admissions Info

Tuition Details

The MBA-MHA program at The University of Scranton consists of 65–70 credit hours depending on your chosen specialization and costs $965 per credit hour.

We strive to provide you with an affordable, high-quality education. That’s why we’re ranked a Best Value School, Regional Universities North, by U.S. News & World Report for 2024.3

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Faculty: Specialized Experts in Business and Health Care

As a Dual MBA-MHA student, you’ll have access to industry experts, each with a focused background that aligns with our specialized curriculum.

No matter what you’re passionate about in business or healthcare, you’ll connect with a network of mentors who share your enthusiasm and can teach you exactly what you need to know.

Faculty at Scranton

Why Learn at Scranton?

Earn a degree without interrupting your career. You’ll be part of a learning community led by a diverse and expert faculty. Online programs reflect the same rigorous standards as our on-campus programs.

Online Student Experience

On-Campus Student Experience

Financial Aid

Financial aid options are available to help you pay for your education. A personal financial aid counselor will assist you in identifying and taking full advantage of all opportunities.

Financial Aid Details

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a question we don’t cover here, email or call 570.941.4416.

Students who take courses part-time should anticipate taking about 4 years to complete the program. You can complete this program faster with transfer credits and at a full-time pace. Students who have multiple foundations modules to complete will need extra time to complete the degree. To see the curriculum, view our courses page.

Tuition for the online dual MBA – MHA program is $62,725–$69,480. You need to complete 65–72 credits at $965 each. You can review the tuition costs for this program here.

The online MBA – MHA program accepts up to 9 transfer credits with program director approval. To learn more about credit transfers, email or call 570.941.4416.

The online dual MBA – MHA program requires applicants to have at least three years of professional or supervisory work experience. To learn more about our admission process, visit our admission page.

The end of the program consists of either HAD 580 or HAD 581. HAD 580 includes a 150-hour internship. HAD 581 requires 1,000 hours of fieldwork experience. Learn more about the courses here.

Sources:

  1. Graduate Management Admission Council (2021 March). New Research on Hiring Trends and Salary Projections for Business School Graduates. Retrieved May 9, 2024, from https://blog.gmac.com/gmac-advisor/new-research-on-hiring-trends-and-salary-projections-for-business-school-graduates
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (April 17, 2024). Medical and Health Services Managers. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Retrieved April 17, 2024 from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm
  3. U.S. News & World Report (2022). The University of Scranton Rankings. Retrieved May 9, 2024, from https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/university-of-scranton-3384/overall-rankings