M.S. in Management: Specialization in Healthcare Management
Program Overview
The Saint Elizabeth University (SEU) M.S. in Management Program consists of 10 courses with a total of 30 credits and is offered in an accelerated, asynchronous online format. The program offers a choice of specialization in either human resource management, organizational change management, or healthcare management combining advanced study in current trends and best practices with a competency-based curriculum. Taught from a leadership perspective, this experiential program prepares graduates to change or advance careers, compete in industry trends, and manage evolving organizational environments. Students who graduate from the program are equipped to succeed and lead in a variety of career opportunities in corporate, government, nonprofit, and private organizations.
Current SEU undergraduates (of any major) may streamline their entry into the M.S. in Management Program by taking advantage of the Combined Degree Program. It is open to SEU undergraduates who meet the academic criteria, and no GRE or GMAT exam is required. Undergraduate students may take up to three graduate courses that count as general electives, which may enable them (upon completion of their undergraduate degree) to complete their master’s degree in fewer than 12 months.
Outcomes
Students who complete the M.S. in
Management Program will:
- Analyze a current business challenge
- Use business analytics and other emerging technologies to facilitate decision-making
- Evaluate management decisions in light of external legal and ethical factors
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the business environment
- Demonstrate executive business communication
Unique Elements of This Program
- Small classes, individual attention, and real-world application of academic concepts
- Highly credentialed and experienced faculty members
- Compatibility with diverse undergraduate backgrounds
Applicants for Master's Programs must have a baccalaureate degree.
The baccalaureate degree must be from an accredited undergraduate institution with a cumulative GPA of not less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Academic achievement, letters of reference, personal statement and relevant experiences will be considered.
Required Courses
| BUS602 | Foundations of Management | 3 |
| BUS604 | Regulatory Compliance in the US Healthcare System | 3 |
| BUS614 | Healthcare Law, Governance and Ethics | 3 |
| BUS616 | Healthcare Technology and Innovation | 3 |
| BUS618 | Healthcare Quality and Project Management | 3 |
| BUS623 | Research Methods | 3 |
| BUS634 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| BUS671 | Financial Planning for Managers | 3 |
| BUS690 | Seminar in Change Management | 3 |
| EDAS747 | Management and Leadership | 3 |
Transfer Credit Policy
Transfer of credits into the M.S. in Management: Specialization in Human Resources Management is subject to evaluation and approval by the program director. All graduate transfer credits must carry a minimum 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. A maximum of 9 credits can be accepted for transfer.