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Master of Science in Healthcare Administration

Healthcare Admin

About the Degree


Are you interested in a business career with opportunity for advancement in one of the fastest growing business sectors in the U.S. economy? Our new Master’s of Science degree in Healthcare Administration will prepare you for successful and rewarding careers in healthcare business, management, and administration.

Healthcare is a huge business and Healthcare Administration is one of the fastest growing and highest paid careers in the healthcare industry.

The Master’s of Science in Healthcare Administration is 100% online. Students in the program will take courses in Epidemiology, Communication, Conflict Resolution and Negotiation, Data Analytics, Organizational Behavior, Finance, and Healthcare Law. 

The MSSU Healthcare Administration program supported by the MSSU Gipson Center for Healthcare Leadership offers Healthcare Administration majors, support for research, leadership development, and dedicated staff, faculty, and advisors.


Career Outlook


Our degree helps students develop the necessary skills to pursue job opportunities upon graduation in the following high-demand positions:

  • Assisted Living Facility Manager
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Hospital Department Manager
    • Nursing
    • Pharmacy
    • Radiology
  • Medical Practice Manager


Learn More


Apply - spring 2025  apply - fall 2025 

degree Catalog Degree Requirements

Contact the Department

Dr. Thomas (Dusty) Deringer
Healthcare Administration Department Chair, Graduate Program Director 

Office: Health Science Building 151A
Phone: 417-625-3053
Email: deringer-d@mssu.edu