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Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management and Technology
Location: Boston | Start Term: Fall, SpringBuild skills and knowledge in business management, technology, and innovation to manage and lead meaningful changes across the healthcare industry.
Improve and Transform Healthcare Systems
The BS in Healthcare Management and Technology is a four-year program on the Boston campus that prepares students to lead and manage improvements across healthcare, life sciences, and health technology organizations. Build a foundation in healthcare operations and leadership while becoming data fluent, using emerging tools to conduct analytics. You’ll also learn to create and implement patient-centered solutions to challenges facing healthcare organizations. Through internships and experiential learning opportunities, you’ll collect real-world experiences and build a network to launch a rewarding career.
Healthcare + Management = Impact
Combine your passion for healthcare or life sciences with your business acumen to improve health outcomes and drive innovation.
120k
Average salaryAverage salary for healthcare administrator according to 2021 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
#1
Best School for Healthcare ManagementAs ranked for Bachelor's students in Massachusetts by College Factual.
32%
Projected GrowthAccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in healthcare management is projected to grow 32% by 2030.
An Innovative Program for Healthcare Leaders
Discover the benefits of launching your career in healthcare business and technology at MCPHS.
A STEM-Designated Degree
This program qualifies international students for an additional 2 years of OPT in the United States.
Choose a Track
Customize your degree by choosing a Data Science or Artificial Intelligence track. Take courses on your chosen track throughout the program to gain specialized expertise.
Accelerated Path to Your MBA
In just one additional summer semester, you can earn your Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Technology.
Gain Exposure to Global Healthcare Systems
Students enrolled in the School of Healthcare Business and Technology travel to London to examine the National Health Service, Britain's state-funded health system.
Career Search
A Comprehensive Guide to Careers in Healthcare Administration
Healthcare management is the nucleus of healthcare and the perfect career for those who want to make an impact on the healthcare industry but not directly in patient-care.
Student Spotlight
Management Student is Harvard-Bound to be ‘The Force’ Behind Healthcare
After graduating from MCPHS this spring, Junke Zhu plans to pursue his master’s degree in epidemiology to focus on aging population health.
Experience the MCPHS School of Healthcare Business and Technology
Find out what sets MCPHS apart as a professional hub for healthcare business and technology.
MCPHS Community Voices
The lived experiences of MCPHS students, partners, faculty, and alumni tell an eloquent story. They illustrate just how our student-centered, teaching-first approach keeps us in the top tier of the country’s “most transformative colleges.” (Money magazine 2020).
Dr. Michael Spooner
| Dean, School of Healthcare Business and Technology“Health informatics is about how we can use data, informatics, and analysis to bring about technological change in the system delivering care. That includes systems thinking, so looking at how a change in one area has a downstream effect and using informatics to solve problems in very complex and highly regulated environments.”
Careers in Action: MCPHS Alumni on the Move
See where recent graduates are making their mark across healthcare and beyond.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
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Dana Farber Cancer Institute
News and Features
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Frequently Asked Questions
Graduates often work as healthcare administrators, medical and health services managers, or consultants in various healthcare settings. This program also prepares students for hospital management, public health, and healthcare policy positions.
Practical experience in healthcare settings is essential in healthcare management. This program currently offers an internship opportunity in the 3rd and 4th years of the program.
The program combines core business skills with healthcare-specific management courses. Prospective students may want details on topics covered, such as healthcare law, ethics, finance, and technology.
Students may access Career Services, which prepares them for career success by providing employability resources and tools that advance their academic and professional pursuits.
The faculty at MCPHS bring diverse expertise and significant industry experience, enhancing the quality of the academic environment. Many faculty members hold advanced degrees in healthcare administration, business, and related fields and have professional experience in healthcare settings, including hospitals, insurance companies, and public health organizations. Their backgrounds ensure students receive theoretical knowledge and insights into real-world healthcare management challenges. This combination of academic qualifications and practical experience prepares students for dynamic roles in healthcare leadership.
Yes, a pathway option exists to earn a MBA in Healthcare Technology. Students with a master’s degree may also pursue a Doctor of Healthcare Administration (DHA).
Related MCPHS Programs
MCPHS offers multiple programs in healthcare management to suit your life and your professional circumstances.
Master of Science in Clinical Management
Part-time, online program that you may begin in the fall or spring semester.
MBA in Healthcare Technology
Full-time, part-time, or online program that you may begin in the fall.
Master of Science in Health Informatics
Part-time, online program that you may begin in the fall or spring.
Doctor of Healthcare Administration (DHA)
Part-time, online program that you may begin in the fall or spring.
Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management
Part-time, 12-credit program that you may begin in the fall, spring, or summer.
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