North American University (NAU)

What you'll study

The MBA – Health Care Management blends traditional MBA core modules with healthcare-specific coursework to develop managerial, financial and policy skills for the healthcare sector. Core MBA topics typically include strategic management, managerial accounting and finance, marketing, organisational behaviour and operations management.

• Health care systems and policy: structure and financing of health systems, comparative health policy, regulatory environment and reimbursement models.
• Health care finance and economics: budgeting for providers, cost analysis, revenue cycle management and economic evaluation of health interventions.
• Health informatics and data analytics: clinical and administrative data sources, health information systems, basic analytics and decision support for managers.
• Quality improvement and patient safety: methodologies for clinical quality improvement, performance measurement and risk management.
• Legal and ethical issues in health care: compliance, privacy (including patient data protection), professional ethics and liability considerations.
• Strategic management and leadership in health care: strategic planning, change management, stakeholder engagement and leadership in complex organisations.
• Practicum or capstone project: applied consulting project, internship or strategic capstone that addresses a real organisational challenge in a healthcare setting.

Students typically choose electives to tailor the degree — for example courses in health entrepreneurship, pharmaceutical and device industry management, population health or advanced analytics. Delivery formats often include daytime, evening and hybrid/online options to accommodate working professionals.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a recognised bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Admissions assessors consider academic transcripts, professional experience, letters of recommendation and a personal statement outlining career goals and reasons for pursuing the MBA.

• Academic background: a completed undergraduate degree; applicants from a non-business background may be asked to demonstrate quantitative readiness.
• Work experience: professional experience in healthcare or related industries is advantageous; many students enter with several years of experience but recent graduates with strong academic records are also considered.
• Standardised tests: GMAT or GRE requirements vary by intake and applicant profile; some applicants may be eligible for a waiver based on prior academic performance or professional experience.
• English language proficiency: for applicants whose first language is not English, proof of proficiency (for example TOEFL or IELTS) is normally required unless exempted by prior education in English.
• Supporting documents: current CV/resume, academic transcripts, statement of purpose and at least one reference are typically requested.

Career prospects

Graduates of an MBA in Health Care Management move into a wide range of leadership and management roles across the health sector. The degree equips students to work in hospitals and health systems, outpatient clinics, health insurers, public health organisations, pharmaceutical and medical device companies, and health-technology firms.

• Hospital or health system administrator
• Clinical practice or clinic manager
• Health services manager
• Quality improvement and patient safety manager
• Health-care consultant or strategy analyst
• Product or project manager in pharmaceutical, device or health-tech companies
• Policy analyst or programme manager in public health organisations

The programme emphasises transferable skills — financial analysis, operations management, leadership and strategic thinking — that enable graduates to progress into senior management, executive or specialist roles within the healthcare ecosystem.

Why study at North American University (NAU)

NAU offers a personalised learning environment with small class sizes and faculty who combine academic credentials with industry experience. Its campus location in the Houston region provides proximity to a major medical and research community, creating opportunities for applied projects, internships and employer engagement.

• Practical, career-focused curriculum: courses and applied projects are designed to reflect current management challenges in the healthcare sector.
• Flexible delivery: scheduling and hybrid formats help working professionals balance study with employment.
• Industry connections: partnerships and local healthcare networks support practicum placements and employer outreach.
• Student support: advising, career services and professional development workshops help students prepare for leadership roles in healthcare.

Prospective applicants should contact NAU’s admissions office for detailed information on programme structure, elective offerings and application procedures specific to the MBA in Health Care Management.