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Specialized project management courses to supplement your core Master of Health Administration education
Full accessibility to your instructors and dean with the ability to call and message them through the Remind app
100% online coursework with 24/7 tech support and mobile-friendly resources, including access to LinkedIn Learning
A Career Services team helping with your job search and professional development
Project managers play an essential role in keeping teams and organizations running efficiently. WCU’s online Master of Health Administration – Project Management track allows you to learn core business concepts and managerial skills within healthcare while specializing in project management.
As an MHA – Project Management student, you will explore topics such as project management, operations management, leadership in healthcare, and information system for healthcare programs. Upon completing the program, you will be eligible to sit for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® exam through the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Complete your MHA – Project Management degree 100% online in as few as 8 months at the Accelerated Plus pace, 12 months at the Accelerated, or 20 months at the Working Professional pace.
Throughout this specialized track, you will:
To achieve the graduation requirement of 30 credits, all students must complete 30 credits of core and track courses. Core courses provide students with the specific discipline experience required for the degree. All students will complete at least 21 core course credits as detailed below. The remaining 9 credits are based on the program track the student is enrolled in. The currently available programs are:
Master of Health Administration (MHA)
**Informatics Track will be available Spring 2, 2023.
Core Courses:
Core Courses to be completed by all students (21 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
500 | Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Care Management | 3 |
505 | Information Systems for Health Care Programs | 3 |
520 | Financial Management for Health Care Managers | 3 |
545 | Hospital Administration and Management | 3 |
550 | Leadership Models for Health Care Managers | 3 |
555 | Project Management | 3 |
565 | Capstone Course: Cases in Health Care Management | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 21 |
Core courses to be completed if no track chosen (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
525 | Marketing Management for Health Care Professionals | 3 |
540 | Strategic Planning in Health Care Organizations | 3 |
560 | Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Health Care Industry | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Track Courses:
Informatics Track
Track courses to be completed in the Informatics Track (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
510 | Database Systems, Design and Informatics | 3 |
512 | Project Management in Healthcare Informatics | 3 |
515 | Implementation, Management, and Evaluation of Healthcare Systems | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Organizational Leadership Track
Track courses to be completed in the Organizational Leadership Track (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
525 | Principles of Management | 3 |
535 | Organizational Behavior and Leadership | 3 |
545 | Fundamentals of Operations Management | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Public Health Track
Track courses to be completed in the Public Health Track (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
500 | Foundations of Public Health | 3 |
515 | Cultural Diversity & Health Disparities in Public Health | 3 |
536 | Environmental and Occupational Health | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Project Management Track
Track courses to be completed in the Project Management Track (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
535 | Organizational Behavior and Leadership | 3 |
545 | Fundamentals of Operations Management | 3 |
557 | Project Management II | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
New academic terms begin, on average, every eight weeks. You can review our Academic Calendar to see when each term begins and ends.
We know school is a substantial commitment. At WCU, we want to equip you with all the information you need to make the right decision for your future.
Our goal is to give you a clear understanding of MHA – Project Management track tuition costs so you can be well-informed as you navigate the application and enrollment process. To assist you in your decision, we provide a breakdown below of the MHA – Project Management track costs at West Coast University.
We offer several MHA – Project Management track financial aid options – including scholarships, grants, and loan access – to help support you through your studies. We also offer reduced tuition rates for military personnel and their spouses.
For more information about your financial support options, visit our financial aid page.
Degree Type | Master of Science | |
Total Program Credits | 30 | |
Program Length(full time) | 2 trimesters | |
Non-Military Rate | Military Rate1 | |
Tuition Cost(per credit) | $750 | $637.50 |
Total Tuition Cost | $22,500 | $19,125 |
STRF2 | $60 | $50 |
Technology Fee3 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Estimate for Program Supply Fees4 | $50 | $50 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (Texas) | $23,550 | $20,175 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (California) | $23,610 | $20,225 |
Degree Type | Master of Science | |
Total Program Credits | 30 | |
Program Length (full time) | 3 trimesters | |
Non-Military Rate | Military Rate1 | |
Tuition Cost (per credit) | $750 | $637.50 |
Total Tuition Cost | $22,500 | $19,125 |
STRF2 | $60 | $52.50 |
Technology Fee3 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
Estimate for Program Supply Fees4 | $50 | $50 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (Texas) | $24,050 | $20,675 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (California) | $24,110 | $20,727.50 |
Degree Type | Master of Science | |
Total Program Credits | 30 | |
Program Length (full time) | 5 trimesters | |
Non-Military Rate | Military Rate1 | |
Tuition Cost (per credit) | $750 | $637.50 |
Total Tuition Cost | $22,500 | $19,125 |
STRF2 | $62.50 | $55 |
Technology Fee3 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
Estimate for Program Supply Fees4 | $50 | $50 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (Texas) | $25,050 | $21,675 |
Estimated Total Program Costs (California) | $25,112.50 | $21,730 |
* Upon enrollment, students select Accelerated Plus, Accelerated or Working Professional, which will determine the pace at which students complete their degree. In most cases, students that select Accelerated will attempt two courses per term, and students that select Working Professional will attempt one course a term.
1 Rate provided to Active Duty, Active Duty Spouse, Reserve, Reserve Spouse, Veterans, Veteran Spouse, Department of Defense employees, dependents utilizing parent's veteran's education benefits, and Veterans Affairs employees.
2 Effective April 1, 2022, the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) assessment rate will be two dollars and fifty cents ($2.50) per one thousand dollars ($1,000) of institutional charges.
The State of California established the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic loss suffered by a student in an educational program at a qualifying institution, who is or was a California resident while enrolled, or was enrolled in a residency program, if the student enrolled in the institution, prepaid tuition, and suffered an economic loss. Unless relieved of the obligation to do so, you must pay the state-imposed assessment for the STRF, or it must be paid on your behalf, if you are a student in an educational program, who is a California resident, or are enrolled in a residency program, and prepay all or part of your tuition.
You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment, if you are not a California resident, or are not enrolled in a residency program.
It is important that you keep copies of your enrollment agreement, financial aid documents, receipts, or any other information that documents the amount paid to the school. Questions regarding the STRF may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, 1747 N. Market Blvd. Ste 225 Sacramento, CA 95834, (916) 431-6959 or (888) 370-7589.
To be eligible for STRF, you must be a California resident or enrolled in a residency program, prepaid tuition, paid or deemed to have paid the STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following:
To qualify for STRF reimbursement, the application must be received within four (4) years from the date of the action or event that made the student eligible for recovery from STRF.
A student whose loan is revived by a loan holder or debt collector after a period of noncollection may, at any time, file a written application for recovery from STRF for the debt that would have otherwise been eligible for recovery. If it has been more than four (4) years since the action or event that made the student eligible, the student must have filed a written application for recovery within the original four (4) year period, unless the period has been extended by another act of law.
However, no claim can be paid to any student without a social security number or a taxpayer identification number.
3 Technology Fee includes student technical support, Office 365, blended and online course delivery/learning management system, mobile app, student portal technology and access, and required electronic course materials/software.
4 Program supplies include WCU identification card and background check.
Applicants for the Master of Health Administration must:
Whether you’re a current student or a WCU graduate who is trying to navigate the job market, we’re here to support you. Our Career Services team offers individual guidance, professional development workshops, and other forms of ongoing support that you can access for your entire career.1
We help students enhance their resumes, learn best practices for job interviews, track down job leads, and more. We’re here to help you get on the right track for your career!
The Master of Health Administration program helps students build the multidisciplinary skills needed for entry-level managerial positions within healthcare, including positions related to project management.
To help maximize your educational experience, we provide each MHA student with complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers a wealth of educational video content on all kinds of professional topics. For each MHA core course you take, you will:
By the time you complete your Master of Health Administration program, you will have a long list of LinkedIn certificates that will demonstrate the new professional skills you have acquired. This can help you give you a competitive advantage in the job market.
Assistant Professor, Health Administration & Business Administration
Dr. Ron J. Macias is an Assistant Professor and lead faculty member for West Coast University’s Health Administration and Business Administration programs. He has been teaching at WCU since 2011 and has over 25 years of experience working in senior management positions in Fortune 100 health service organizations, as well as 23 years of experience in corporate information services.
A seasoned veteran in health and business administration, Dr. Macias has served as a senior manager at Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealth Group, PacifiCare Health Systems, Prescription Solutions (now OptumRx), First American Corporation, and Ingram Micro. He has also managed corporate departments in healthcare research, IT security, IT service management, service quality metrics, project management, instructional technology methodology, corporate communication, and personnel development and training.
Dr. Macias is a Certified Higher Education Professional (CHEP) under Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU), and he is also ITIL Foundations Certified. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), Project Management Institute (PMI), and Project Management Institute – Orange County Chapter
Throughout this specialized track, you will:
To achieve the graduation requirement of 30 credits, all students must complete 30 credits of core and track courses. Core courses provide students with the specific discipline experience required for the degree. All students will complete at least 21 core course credits as detailed below. The remaining 9 credits are based on the program track the student is enrolled in. The currently available programs are:
Master of Health Administration (MHA)
**Informatics Track will be available Spring 2, 2023.
Core Courses:
Core Courses to be completed by all students (21 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
500 | Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Care Management | 3 |
505 | Information Systems for Health Care Programs | 3 |
520 | Financial Management for Health Care Managers | 3 |
545 | Hospital Administration and Management | 3 |
550 | Leadership Models for Health Care Managers | 3 |
555 | Project Management | 3 |
565 | Capstone Course: Cases in Health Care Management | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 21 |
Core courses to be completed if no track chosen (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
525 | Marketing Management for Health Care Professionals | 3 |
540 | Strategic Planning in Health Care Organizations | 3 |
560 | Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Health Care Industry | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Track Courses:
Informatics Track
Track courses to be completed in the Informatics Track (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
510 | Database Systems, Design and Informatics | 3 |
512 | Project Management in Healthcare Informatics | 3 |
515 | Implementation, Management, and Evaluation of Healthcare Systems | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Organizational Leadership Track
Track courses to be completed in the Organizational Leadership Track (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
525 | Principles of Management | 3 |
535 | Organizational Behavior and Leadership | 3 |
545 | Fundamentals of Operations Management | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Public Health Track
Track courses to be completed in the Public Health Track (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
500 | Foundations of Public Health | 3 |
515 | Cultural Diversity & Health Disparities in Public Health | 3 |
536 | Environmental and Occupational Health | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Project Management Track
Track courses to be completed in the Project Management Track (9 credits)
Course Number | Course Name | Total Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Number | Name | Hours |
535 | Organizational Behavior and Leadership | 3 |
545 | Fundamentals of Operations Management | 3 |
557 | Project Management II | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
New academic terms begin, on average, every eight weeks. You can review our Academic Calendar to see when each term begins and ends.
We know school is a substantial commitment. At WCU, we want to equip you with all the information you need to make the right decision for your future.
Our goal is to give you a clear understanding of MHA – Project Management track tuition costs so you can be well-informed as you navigate the application and enrollment process. To assist you in your decision, we provide a breakdown below of the MHA – Project Management track costs at West Coast University.
We offer several MHA – Project Management track financial aid options – including scholarships, grants, and loan access – to help support you through your studies. We also offer reduced tuition rates for military personnel and their spouses.
For more information about your financial support options, visit our financial aid page.
Applicants for the Master of Health Administration must:
Whether you’re a current student or a WCU graduate who is trying to navigate the job market, we’re here to support you. Our Career Services team offers individual guidance, professional development workshops, and other forms of ongoing support that you can access for your entire career.1
We help students enhance their resumes, learn best practices for job interviews, track down job leads, and more. We’re here to help you get on the right track for your career!
The Master of Health Administration program helps students build the multidisciplinary skills needed for entry-level managerial positions within healthcare, including positions related to project management.
To help maximize your educational experience, we provide each MHA student with complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers a wealth of educational video content on all kinds of professional topics. For each MHA core course you take, you will:
By the time you complete your Master of Health Administration program, you will have a long list of LinkedIn certificates that will demonstrate the new professional skills you have acquired. This can help you give you a competitive advantage in the job market.
Assistant Professor, Health Administration & Business Administration
Dr. Ron J. Macias is an Assistant Professor and lead faculty member for West Coast University’s Health Administration and Business Administration programs. He has been teaching at WCU since 2011 and has over 25 years of experience working in senior management positions in Fortune 100 health service organizations, as well as 23 years of experience in corporate information services.
A seasoned veteran in health and business administration, Dr. Macias has served as a senior manager at Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealth Group, PacifiCare Health Systems, Prescription Solutions (now OptumRx), First American Corporation, and Ingram Micro. He has also managed corporate departments in healthcare research, IT security, IT service management, service quality metrics, project management, instructional technology methodology, corporate communication, and personnel development and training.
Dr. Macias is a Certified Higher Education Professional (CHEP) under Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU), and he is also ITIL Foundations Certified. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), Project Management Institute (PMI), and Project Management Institute – Orange County Chapter
In the project management track, you will complete core health administration courses while also taking complementary classes in project management and operations management fundamentals. This track is ideal for anyone who would like to learn how to manage projects within health administration teams.
We can evaluate your previous coursework for transfer credit. You may also qualify for credit for previous professional experience, as well as professional certifications, trainings, and licenses (including the Project Management Professional (PMP) license).
Your advisor can help assess which credits you are eligible to transfer into the Master of Health Administration program, if any.
We offer three multiple program pace options to meet varying student schedules. You can complete the MHA – Project Management program in as little as 8 months at the Accelerated Plus pace, 12 months at the Accelerated pace, or 20 months at the Working Professional pace. You may be able to reach your degree sooner if you completed the bridge program for your Bachelor of Science in Health Administration at WCU, meaning you got a head start on your graduate-level credits while you were an undergraduate student.
Yes. Our online degree programs are designed to be flexible for working adults. With a virtual classroom that you can access anytime and from anywhere, you get to choose which days and times to complete your assignments in order to meet your weekly deadlines. Also, as an online student, you have access to a wealth of online resources and extensive support, including our WCU online library, 24/7 tech support, a Student Success advisor, no-cost tutoring, and more.
If you’re struggling to keep up with school as a working student, you can choose the Working Professional program pace, which allows you to take fewer courses per term to better balance your schedule. This is also a great option for students who are parents and at-home caregivers.
Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify. Some of the grants and scholarships that are available to online students at WCU include the Alumni Pathway Grant (up to 20% of tuition covered), the WCU Health Services Grant (up to 10% of tuition covered), and the WCU Performance Scholarship (up to 15% of tuition). There are also other financial aid options, which you can explore on our Tuition & Financial Aid page.
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1 WCU provides career guidance and assistance but cannot guarantee employment.
Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify.