M.A. in Organizational Leadership – Healthcare Management
Get on the Pulse of a Fast-Growing Field
Ready to make a bold career move with a big payoff? Our Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership (MAOL) – Healthcare Management will prepare you for a successful health administration career. You’ll gain expertise in healthcare law, best practices, and how to manage change – all from a Christian worldview.
INCREASE YOUR EARNING POTENTIAL
Command an often-six-figure salary as you fill the strong need for healthcare administrators with leadership expertise.
ANSWER THE CALL OF CARING
Ensure better care for patients as a critical decision-maker in the healthcare industry.
FUSE BUSINESS SAVVY WITH MEDICAL KNOW-HOW
Develop insight on how the healthcare system operates –and how to navigate changing legislation.
You will practice solving problems through collaboration, communicating effectively in actual leadership situations, and conducting research, and presenting findings on contemporary issues.
To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.
As a graduate of this affordable health administration program, you will understand how to:
- Assess an organization’s environment and develop and implement strategic plans for the organization’s growth and its growth.
- Ethically address the intersection of race, poverty, gender, and health with the goal of implementing positive healthcare solutions.
- Apply healthcare law, forensic medicine, medical malpractice, and other fundamental legal principles of healthcare management.
Career Opportunities
- Hospital or Emergency Medical Administration
- Health Insurance Administration
- Group Practice Executive Leadership
- Home Healthcare Administration
- Nursing Home Management
- Patient Advocacy
Describes major healthcare decision making frameworks on a federal state and local level, and examines key issues such as the intersection of race, poverty, gender and health. Introduces key ethical and philosophical principles associated with healthcare management, planning and delivery from a Christian perspective.
Principles and application of change management concepts necessary to effect change in healthcare organizations. Includes methods for assessing organizational environments, competitive situations, developing strategic plans, and processes ensuring successful strategy implementation.
Overview of the fundamental legal principles of health care law. Topics covered include an introduction to the field of forensic medicine, medical proof in litigation, advanced medical malpractice topics and the structure and operation of the health care delivery system. Cross-listed with GOV 684 and LAW 743.
2021-22 Semester Check-In Deadlines:
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 13 | Monday, August 23 |
| Session M | Friday, September 10 | Monday, September 20 |
| Session B | Friday, October 15 | Monday, October 25 |
| Session C | Tuesday, December 21 | Monday, January 10 |
| Session T | Friday, January 28 | Monday, February 7 |
| Session D | Friday, March 4 | Monday, March 14 |
| Session E | Friday, April 29 | Monday, May 9 |
| Session F | Friday, June 10 | Monday, June 20 |
When applying to master’s or MBA programs in the School of Business & Leadership, the admissions committee will review your application materials for an admissions decision. Criteria reviewed by the admissions committee include:
- Academic achievement
- Vision clarity and alignment with program outcomes
- Writing quality
- Leadership experience
Prerequisites:
Master’s applicants must:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or an equivalent degree from a foreign institution, as evaluated by a credential evaluating agency.
- Submit all application materials such that they are received by the deadline for the semester to which they are applying. Once the application requirements have been fulfilled, an admissions interview may be requested. Interviews are by invitation only.
Application Process:
1. Complete Your Online Application
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office for assistance.
2. Pay Your $50 Application Fee
Pay the $50 nonrefundable application fee by check or money order mailed to Regent University, Enrollment Support Services, 1000 Regent University Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464.
3. Submit your Unofficial College Transcripts*
Unofficial transcripts from a U.S.-based school, indicating successful completion of a bachelor’s degree program, can be used for an admissions decision. Submit your unofficial transcript to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: SBL Master’s Application Pieces.
Non-U.S. transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company. See the International Admissions Checklist for details.
*Upon conditional acceptance to the program by review of unofficial transcripts, Regent University’s Admissions Office will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution, which indicate successful completion of a bachelor’s degree program. We will notify you if your previous institution will not release transcripts directly to us.
4. Complete an Admissions Questionnaire Regarding Your Professional Goals and Interests
5. Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please email a scanned copy or photograph of it to apply@regent.edu with the subject line: Government ID.
6. International Applicants
Visit the International Students Admissions page for additional admission requirements and to determine if you qualify as an international student.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $675 | 6 | $4,050 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $675 | 6 | $4,050 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $995 | 3 | $2,985 |
| Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $995 | 3 | $2,985 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $675 | 9 | $6,075 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $675 | 9 | $6,075 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $995 | 6 | $5,970 |
| Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $995 | 6 | $5,970 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $675 | 6 | $4,050 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $675 | 6 | $4,050 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $995 | 3 | $2,985 |
| Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $995 | 3 | $2,985 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS) | $675 | 9 | $6,075 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $675 | 9 | $6,075 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership (PhD) | $995 | 6 | $5,970 |
| Doctor of Strategic Leadership (DSL) | $995 | 6 | $5,970 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $750 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $600 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time. The per-credit-hour tuition rate is for SBL master’s level courses only. Concentration courses taken from the other schools at Regent University are charged at that school’s tuition rate.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.