Executive Certificate in Health Administration
For those who want to advance their education in health care management, but do not wish to pursue a full graduate degree, this 15 credit-hour certificate is available!
Program Requirements
Applicants should have prior professional experience in the health care field and may begin any semester during the year. Anyone interested in pursuing the certificate should arrange an interview with the Graduate Health Administration Program Director.
Regular admission requirements and graduate procedures must be met.
For general application requirements, please Visit Our Admissions Webpage.Curriculum
Once accepted, the student must complete the agreed upon program of study within three years. No courses from other institutions may be transferred for the certificate.
Courses Include:
HAD 519: Health Services and Systems
HAD 500: Health Care Organization and Administration
HAD 501: Health Care Financial Management I
Electives (6 Credits Required): HAD Courses
Total Program Credits: 15
For additional information on the curriculum, visit the Loading... Catalog.
Mission of the MHA Program
Mission of the MHA Program
Beyond the Classroom

Administrative Residency
Through field training during an administrative residency, students prepare for leadership positions in the health care industry.

MHA Alumni
Alumni serve as mentors, providing information, advice and support to students, as well as a valuable professional network.

Student ACHE Chapter
Scranton's ACHE Student Chapter is an independent organization serving the graduate students within Scranton's MHA program.

Study Abroad
Students have the opportunity to travel abroad across the world to further their understanding of health care at a global level.
Beyond the Classroom

Administrative Residency
Through field training during an administrative residency, students prepare for leadership positions in the health care industry.

MHA Alumni
Alumni serve as mentors, providing information, advice and support to students, as well as a valuable professional network.

Student ACHE Chapter
Scranton's ACHE Student Chapter is an independent organization serving the graduate students within Scranton's MHA program.

Study Abroad
Students have the opportunity to travel abroad across the world to further their understanding of health care at a global level.
Health Administration
The 91大神鈥檚 Master in Health Administration (MHA) program received the prestigious Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME)/Canon Award for Sustainability in Healthcare Management Education and Practice at the March 25th CACHE Congress in Chicago.

A Partnership That has Transcended Time
Master of Health Administration
Daniel West, Ph.D., professor, and chair of the Dept of Health and Human Resources, explains an ever-expanding program that is flourishing thanks, in part, to a 20-year relationship with two Catholic institutions in the heart of Slovakia.
Graduate Education at 91大神
With over 30 programs, The 91大神 can help you to achieve your goals, personally and professionally. Find out what our students have to say about graduate education at 91大神.
Health Administration
The 91大神鈥檚 Master in Health Administration (MHA) program received the prestigious Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME)/Canon Award for Sustainability in Healthcare Management Education and Practice at the March 25th CACHE Congress in Chicago.

A Partnership That has Transcended Time
Master of Health Administration
Daniel West, Ph.D., professor, and chair of the Dept of Health and Human Resources, explains an ever-expanding program that is flourishing thanks, in part, to a 20-year relationship with two Catholic institutions in the heart of Slovakia.
Graduate Education at 91大神
With over 30 programs, The 91大神 can help you to achieve your goals, personally and professionally. Find out what our students have to say about graduate education at 91大神.
Successful Graduates
Job Placement Rate
100%
Careers for MHA Graduates
Hospitals, ambulatory care settings, physician group practices, social service agencies, medical centers, clinics, long-term care facilities
Successful Graduates
Job Placement Rate
100%
Careers for MHA Graduates
Hospitals, ambulatory care settings, physician group practices, social service agencies, medical centers, clinics, long-term care facilities
Accreditation

Accreditation

Graduation Rates
Employment Rate | |
---|---|
2015 | 92% |
2016 | 96% |
2017 | 90% |
2018 | 96% |
2019 | 99% |
Job Placement Rate | |
2015 | 91% |
2016 | 89% |
2017 | 97% |
2018 | 85% |
2019 | 100% |
Average Salary | |
2015 | $45,000 |
2016 | $68,560 |
2017 | $67,167 |
2018 | $56,227 |
2019 | $60,336 |
Entering GPA (Median) | |
2015 | 3.34 |
2016 | 3.34 |
2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Employment Rate | 92% | 96% | 90% | 96% | 99% |
Job Placement Rate | 91% | 89% | 97% | 85% | 100% |
Average Salary | $45,000 | $68,560 | $67,167 | $56,227 | $60,336 |
Completion Rate | 94% | 94% | 97% | ||
Entering GPA (Median) | 3.34 | 3.34 |
Graduation Rates
Employment Rate | |
---|---|
2015 | 92% |
2016 | 96% |
2017 | 90% |
2018 | 96% |
2019 | 99% |
Job Placement Rate | |
2015 | 91% |
2016 | 89% |
2017 | 97% |
2018 | 85% |
2019 | 100% |
Average Salary | |
2015 | $45,000 |
2016 | $68,560 |
2017 | $67,167 |
2018 | $56,227 |
2019 | $60,336 |
Entering GPA (Median) | |
2015 | 3.34 |
2016 | 3.34 |
2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Employment Rate | 92% | 96% | 90% | 96% | 99% |
Job Placement Rate | 91% | 89% | 97% | 85% | 100% |
Average Salary | $45,000 | $68,560 | $67,167 | $56,227 | $60,336 |
Completion Rate | 94% | 94% | 97% | ||
Entering GPA (Median) | 3.34 | 3.34 |
Meet the Program Director

Steven J. Szydlowski, DHA
Graduate Health Administration Program Director Professor
Ph.D., Medical University of South Carolina M.H.A., The 91大神 M.B.A., The 91大神
(570) 941-4367steven.szydlowski@scranton.edu
Meet the Program Director

Steven J. Szydlowski, DHA
Graduate Health Administration Program Director Professor
Ph.D., Medical University of South Carolina M.H.A., The 91大神 M.B.A., The 91大神
(570) 941-4367steven.szydlowski@scranton.edu