Healthcare Leadership (MS)
At East Texas A&M, our master’s program in healthcare leadership can prepare you to effectively navigate healthcare organizations through informed decision-making.
Become a Leader in Healthcare
In the Master of Science in Healthcare Leadership program at East Texas A&M, professionals are provided with the tools needed to successfully lead organizations in the dynamic and complex healthcare industry. This program can equip you with a robust understanding of healthcare markets and policy environments, enabling you to effectively navigate organizations through informed decision-making. You will have the opportunity to earn a Six Sigma Green Belt certification and learn modern leadership practices to enhance productivity and growth for yourself and those working with you.
Nationally-Ranked Affordable Programs
The College of Business has been recognized by the highly anticipated U.S. News & World Report rankings for 2023 for several programs.
Is this Program a Good Fit for You?
Healthcare leadership students are typically interested in:
- Helping others
- Career growth
- Leadership opportunities
- Healthcare
COB Benefits No STEM, No Accounting/Finance
The East Texas A&M Business Advantage
Here you will gain the knowledge, confidence and the practical tools you need to become a professional, ready to compete in the marketplace.
AACSB
Accredited
Earn a valuable degree from a fully accredited business program. Since 1976, the College of Business has held this prestigious designation making it one of roughly 800 institutions to hold such a distinction worldwide.
Student Experience
World-class Faculty
Engage with exceptional faculty who are both significant scholars and industry leaders that provide you with personalized attention. Renowned for their research and enterprising spirit, learn from the best to be the best with industry insights they provide.
Career Services
Your Future
Explore careers and develop a plan as you meet one-on-one with our career coaches. Our team will help you curate your resume and cover letters, prep you with mock interviews, provide you with professional headshots, and offer you employment opportunities and access to network with some of the largest companies across several industries.
Scholarships
Funding Your Future
Committed to investing in our students’ futures, our programs are not only affordable but of great value. In addition to the scholarships available from East Texas A&M, the College of Business offers scholarships specifically for business students.
Well-Rounded
Global Exposure
Students will develop, apply and hone evolving skills to ensure their success here in Texas and abroad.
Careers
The Master of Science in Healthcare Leadership program provides students with the scientific knowledge and practical skills needed for effective leadership and management within dynamic environments in the world of healthcare. Graduates are well-positioned to transition quickly when internship and job opportunities present themselves.
Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries
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Industry Connections
Through guest speakers, company tours and internships, professional networking, and other opportunities, students, faculty and alumni are connected with the business community.
Nationally Accredited
The College of Business is one of only 800 schools worldwide to be accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Accomplished Faculty
Engage with exceptional faculty who are industry leaders and significant scholars, producing cutting-edge research in their field.
Career Readiness
The College of Business offers an in-house Career Services Center focused on guiding business students seeking internships or employment.
What You Will Learn
In our graduate program for healthcare leadership, you will obtain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of US healthcare through our innovative and timely curriculum. You will be prepared for a career in all areas of healthcare leadership, including project management, operations research and executive leadership, among others.
Courses to Prepare You for Your Career
- Core courses to solidify an understanding of the driving economic and policy forces affecting the industry.
- Flexibility among elective courses to accommodate varying career goals.
- Navigate the complexities of the healthcare industry
- Lead healthcare organizations
- Effectively guide healthcare providers through policy and regulatory changes
Minors
We offer various minors that can be combined with your healthcare leadership (MS) degree. Learn more about the available minors and their course requirements.
Suggested Minors/Certificates
- Economics of U.S. Healthcare Minor
- Economics of U.S. Healthcare Certificate
Internship opportunities
Internship experience provides the foundation employers are often looking for. Internships are offered as optional credit for this program and can be an important part of your education experience. These are just a few of the companies that partner with Student Career Preparedness and offer opportunities for East Texas A&M healthcare leadership students.
Course Delivery and Resources
Beyond our innovative in-person courses, many students are able to complete their degree requirements through online course offerings. The program is designed to be adaptable to the varied needs of our student body.
Please check the schedule of classes for locations and times. Locations and times are subject to change.
Graduate Business Program Costs
Program Costs
Use the following links to get further information to tuition and fees, financial aid and scholarships.
Admissions
Note: This program is not available to international students at this time.
Graduate Step 1 Part 1
- Create an account or login if you already have one
- Complete your profile section first once you log into your account
- Select “School Search” and select Texas A&M University-Commerce
- Choose the semester you wish to begin
- Select “Healthcare Leadership, MS” as your “Program.”
Domestic Application Fee 395064
- Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Graduate Coordinator Rebecca Stevens 395100
Your Graduate Coordinator
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to your graduate coordinator.
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.
We accepts evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.
- If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
- If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.
Request one signed, and dated letter of recommendation; on official agency or organization letterhead, preferably from a past professor, college instructor, or from a professional who currently supervises the applicant or who has in the past and can attest to their academic preparedness to succeed in the program. That individual should:
- Email the letter to your graduate coordinator or
- Send the letter to you. Then, you will utilize the upload system: myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores
If you are unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
Describe your preparation for graduate work and your academic interests and goals in no more than 500 words.
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist is here to help you complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- View the schedule of classes.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your Graduate Advisor if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Graduate Enrollment Specialist Marcia Henderson 395420
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
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- College of Business
- 903.886.5703
- 903.886.5650
- [email protected]
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011
