Getting an advanced degree is a lot of work, especially if you can’t afford to put your job on hold as you pursue higher education. Many people have successful medical administration careers with just a bachelor’s degree, so why should you get a masters degree in health administration (MHA)? Here are the top seven reasons:

Higher Salaries

By far, the higher salary you’ll receive with an advanced degree is the motivating factor for many people to get their MHA. You won’t jump from a $50,000 salary to a $100,000 salary the moment you graduate (in most cases – it is possible!), but the potential to reach higher salaries is there. You’ll find that you’ll be offered better jobs, promotions, and more salary raises when you have something more to offer to your employer.

A More Fulfilling Job you Love

No matter what your industry, when there’s no room for growth in your career, it is easy to stall and feel unhappy going to work every day. When you get your MHA, a whole new world of jobs opens to you, and the sky really is the limit. Depending on how you choose to specialize your MHA degree, you could find yourself working in anything from health education to gerontology. In the medical world, your job can be very fulfilling, especially as you advance up the corporate ladder.

Job Options in Multiple Locations

It might seem like there’s no need to worry about job opportunities in the medical world. While it might be true that there are higher rates of job openings in this field, that doesn’t necessarily mean that there are jobs available where you want to live. Some people will happily move anywhere in the world for the right job, but if you have a family or ties to certain areas, you might have a very limited number of places where you can apply. Getting your MHA means that you’ll have more openings where you want to live.

A Stronger Resume

To go along with the above point, having an MHA makes your resume stronger. The job market is highly competitive, and even when there are tons of openings, you’ll still be in competition with at least a few other people for every job to which you apply. When you have an MHA and other candidates don’t, that’s a reason for human resources to move your resume to the top of the pile. Without an MHA, you might be able to find a job, but with an MHA, you’ll be able to pick the position you want most, rather than just taking the only one you’ve been offered.

Higher Levels of Responsibility

Stressful jobs aren’t for everyone, but if you love the fast-paced world of medicine, this is a great way to get a job with more responsibility, even if you aren’t pursuing a career in surgery. You’ll get to make vital decisions in your position, affecting the lives of patients and other employees, and that can make any job extremely attractive.

Better Benefits

Along with salary, when you have an MHA, you’ll be qualified for jobs with better benefits. Paid vacation and sick days, insurance, retirement funds, and more all make up your benefits package. At a lower level, you might actually work an hourly job with little to no benefits, where in a higher position, you and your family can reap tons of extra benefits.

Learning New Skills

Lastly, getting an MHA is simply a good idea for those who want to learn new things. With these types of degree programs, you’ll learn about new technology in the medical world, as well as learn advanced management skills. Even if you take a position that doesn’t necessarily require an MHA, being open to learning new skills makes you a more well-rounded person overall.

Master of Health Admin MHA - Gerontology MHA - Health Education MHA - Health Informatics	University of Phoenix - Obtain your associate, bachelor's or master's degree in Health Administration and management from this online university. Students learn to critically examine and evaluate issues and trends and incorporate the latest theories and contemporary practice applications through their studies. Phoenix also offers MHA specializations in gerontology, health education, and health informatics.
Master of Health Admin Master of Public Health MPA in Health Policy	Walden University - Walden's Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree program is a graduate-level online track that emphasizes cutting edge technology and techniques. Numerous health careers should be available to graduates of this program, including jobs available in healthcare supplies, health insurance, health policy, and much more. Walden also offers two other similar degrees: the Master of Public Health (MPH) and the Master of Public Administration (MPA) in health policy.
Master of Health Admin	Ohio University - Ohio University's online Master of Health Administration degree program can prepare you for leadership positions in health care organizations and systems within the U.S. Course highlights include issues of leadership, finance, health system structures and managed care, ethics and law, maximizing human resources, information and systems use, health policy, and strategic planning and marketing.
MS - Health Admin Master of Public Health MPH - Health Mgmt MS in Gerontology	Capella University - The MS in Health Care Administration degree program offered by Capella is taught entirely online, making it possible for students of the program to continue their work in the healthcare field as they earn credits toward their master's degrees. Topics covered by this program include healthcare policy, finance, law, quality improvement, and more. Capella also offers a Master of Public Health degree, with an option to specialize in health management, as well as an MS in gerontology.
MBA - Healthcare Mgmt	Northeastern University - Northeastern University is a world leader in practice-based education, so their online MBA program in Healthcare Management may be the resource you need to begin a career in health administration. With this program, you can gain a solid foundation in all areas of business enterprise and deepen your knowledge within the healthcare specialization.
MS in Healthcare Mgmt MBA - Healthcare Mgmt MPH - Development MPH - Health Education	Kaplan University - Kaplan graduates who specialize in a master's degree in Health Care Management can pursue positions in doctors' offices, medical and surgical hospitals, home health care, and outpatient centers. You will receive rigorous online training, including assignments, reports, presentations, and group projects all designed to help you develop the savvy and proficiencies you need to find solutions in real-life business situations. Kaplan also offers an MBA in healthcare management as well as Master of Public Health (MPH) degrees in public health program development and health education.
MBA in Healthcare	George Washington University - The George Washington University MBA in Healthcare program is based on the concepts of ethics, global business, and leadership. Within two years, the core program can provide you with the fundamentals of business and management while the electives provide flexibility to craft a program that fits your personal and professional goals and objectives.
MS in Health Admin MS in Health Ethics MS in Health Informatics	Saint Joseph's University - Saint Joseph's University offers master's degrees in healthcare administration, health administration ethics, and health administration informatics. These three programs are specifically tailored to prepare individuals for careers in the management and administrative aspects of healthcare.
MS in Health Admin MSM in Health Admin MS in Health Informatics	University of Maryland University College - The University of Maryland University College offers three master's-level degrees that specialize in healthcare administration: the MS in healthcare administration, the MS in Management (MSM) with a healthcare administration specialization, and the MS in healthcare administration informatics. Each of the three programs is accredited by the MSACS and prepares students for careers in hospital management and healthcare administration.
MS in Health Communication	Boston University - Boston University's MS in health communications degree program is a graduate-level online track that emphasizes communication and marketing within the healthcare field. Students of this program will learn the skills necessary to perform all public relations, marketing, and other communications-related duties as they pertain to a healthcare organization.
MBA - Healthcare Mgmt	American InterContinental University - The MBA in healthcare management degree program offered by American InterContinental University is geared toward preparing students for upper managerial positions in hospitals, health insurance providers, consulting firms, care facilities, and more. With AIU's flexible scheduling, students are able to earn this degree in a little as 12 months.
MA in Health Admin	Bellevue University - The MA in Healthcare Administration degree program at Bellevue University features a curriculum that prepare students to seek a career in the management of health care systems. Coursework in healthcare delivery, finance, ethical and legal issues in healthcare administration, and management makes Bellevue a top choice for students in the field.
MS in Health Admin	New England College - New England College offers an MS in Healthcare Administration that can be completed within two years by taking one course per seven weeks. The program is designed to prepare the next generation of healthcare industry leaders and administrators. This degree program is ideal for any individual who is looking to advance his/her medical career and undertake a more managerial role.
MBA in Health Admin Accelerated MBA	Benedictine University - The MBA in Health Administration at Benedictine University prepares students to excel in the business management of the healthcare field. Successful applicants are required to apply and be accepted into both the MPH and MBA programs. The 96 unit credits includes courses in Health Behavior, Epidemiology, and Environmental Health. The program also has an accelerated option.
MBA in Health Mgmt	Colorado Technical University - The Master of Business Administration degree in healthcare management from Colorado Technical University helps students develop the skills required to work within the constraints of ethical, legal, and regulatory guidelines as a health care manager.
MBA Health Mgmt BBA/MBA Health Mgmt	Jones International University - Jones International University offers an MBA in healthcare management (also available as a BBA/MBA dual degree) that helps prepare students for a dynamic leadership role within the healthcare industry. Graduates of this program will be skilled in the areas of strategic management, telemedicine, medical ethics, and more.
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