Master of Health Administration
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    Master of Health Administration

    Laurentian University
    Laurentian University
    Canada
    Canada, Greater Sudbury
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 21,056 / Year
    Next IntakeMay 1, 2023

    Master of Health Administration

    About

    Learn and apply knowledge about management and leadership competencies needed in health care organizations, with a Northern, rural and Indigenous focus.

    The Master of Health Administration is a unique, comprehensive, accessible graduate program. It is a partnership between the graduate Nursing and Master of Business Administration programs at Laurentian University. The program was designed to meet the needs not only of nurses but all other health care providers who have transitioned to health administration. With an understanding that prospective students live in all areas of Canada from urban to remote and that travel for education isn't feasible for all, we've designed a fully online delivery for maximum accessibility. The program content encompasses all essential knowledge for health administrators in addition to having a strong rural, northern and Indigenous focus.

    The Master of Health Administration program equips health care providers with the foundational knowledge to succeed in managerial and leadership roles in health care organizations. Students enrolled in the program benefit from a comprehensive curriculum related to this field and system in Canada including considerations for historical, political, regulatory and cultural differences. Ethical considerations in health care are also a primary focus of the program, which support the enhanced development of students' analysis of their own assumptions, values, principles, strength and limitations. Embedded in all courses is content related to Indigenous health administration, and graduates of the program will gain specialized knowledge about Northern, rural, and Indigenous health care organizations. Both theoretical and descriptive content with real-world experience and applications are studied by students in the program which culminates with a capstone project. This program is available to students by distance in reflection of course content offered exclusively online.

    The program may be taken full-time or part-time.

    Note: this program is planned to be offered in Fall 2023

    Disciplines

    Faculty of Education and Health

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Must hold a baccalaureate degree with a minimum GPA of B+ (75%). 

    Must be licensed with a professional regulatory body.

    Applicants will be required to demonstrate that they have 2 years full-time equivalent (3640 hours) of experience in their designated healthcare profession, or 2 years full-time equivalent of experience in healthcare administration. 

    As part of the application, applicants will submit the following documentation 

    • completed application form, 
    • official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended by the applicant, 
    • curriculum vitae, 
    • a structured essay where applicants respond to questions about their interest in the MHA, their objectives upon completing the program and their suitability for this program, 
    • 2 letters of reference are required, at least one of which should be from a professional supervisor
    • HR confirmation of hours worked in the profession, or HR letter confirming years worked in an administrative role. Students must attest that they have funding to complete the program.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 60
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 88

    Career

    Health care management, and various leadership roles in health care administration including but not limited to the following fields: audiology, chiropractic care, dentistry, dietetics, genetic counseling, medical radiation technology, midwifery, occupational therapy, optometry, pharmacy, family medicine, physiotherapy, psychology, nursing, social work, and speech-language pathology.

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    1. Check your Program Requirements

    For a list of all graduate programs. Found a program that you are interested in? Click on the Program Details section to find information such as: admissions requirements, degree options and much more.

    Do you need a supervisor? 

    For some Graduate programs you will need to find a supervisor as part of your application process. For more information, please visit our Graduate Admissions page. Visit the Graduate Program page to find a list of Faculty members that are assigned for supervision in your program. If you have questions about securing a supervisor, contact the Program Coordinator listed on their program page. 

    When contacting a supervisor, we ask that you make an effort to understand their research and current projects. Being professional and well-informed will increase your chances of securing a supervisor.

    • What research are they working on?

    • Do you have mutual colleagues?

    • Have you published papers in their field?

    • Are you fluent in a language the supervisor speaks?

    • Is your email concise and professional? 

    2. Complete your Application

    Once you have completed Step 1 - use this link to apply! Note that the link will take you to the Ontario University Application Centre page where you can complete your application. Within 72 hours of applying, you will receive an email from our Office of Admissions. This email will contain information on accessing your myLaurentian Portal where you will continue the application process.

    3. Access your myLaurentian Portal

    In order to complete your application, create your account on our myLaurentian Portal to ensure that you have submitted the supplemental information required in the Checklist for your application. The submission of all suplemental documents required for Graduate admissions is the responsibility of the candidate. 

    To activate your account, visit the myLaurentian Portal and click the yellow bar "New to Laurentian". If you have not received these instructions with 72 hours of applying, check your spam folder and contact [email protected] for further assistance. 

    4. Upload your Supporting Documents

    Complete your Application 

    • Upload all supporting documents to your Applicant Checklist on the myLaurentian Portal. 
    • Click on the Reference tab and send your referees the reference form.

    You can find the list of documents required to complete your Graduate application in the myLaurentian Portal. Be diligent in the identification and submission of required documentation as this is your responsibility as an applicant.

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    Master of Health Administration

    Laurentian University

    Laurentian University

    Canada

    Canada, Greater Sudbury

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