Master of Healthcare Analytics and Operations
Healthcare analysts, executives, insurance companies, providers, and policymakers are more invested than ever before in creating more efficient operations. Analyzing operations, supply chains, and data to develop plans of action is a necessary skill in today’s healthcare industry.
You will gain the skills and tools needed to make the right decisions to improve healthcare delivery systems, lower costs, enhance patient care — ultimately helping to save lives.
Designed for working professionals in the healthcare industry, our affordable online program can be completed in as little as 15 months.
AT A GLANCE
PROGRAM TUITION AND FEES
$752/credit hour plus fees
APPLICATION DEADLINE (admission materials submitted in full)
June 15 (fall)
November 15 (spring)
March 15 (summer)
GMAT/GRE
Not required
FORMAT
Online
LENGTH
30 credits, 15 months
LOCATION
Online
I am Sara Hayden Parris, current MHAO student. I grew up in Florida and Ohio and completed my BA in international studies at The Ohio State University. With no clear career plans, I decided to pursue a master’s in health care administration from Des Moines University. Upon graduation, I began working for a local hospice organization, where I gained exposure to insurance billing. Eventually, I ended up as a clinic administrator for a multi-site cardiology clinic before landing at my current workplace, Thielen Student Health Center at Iowa State University, where I am the associate director for administrative services.
I honestly wasn’t looking to further my education, but when I heard about the MHAO program, I was intrigued. Analytics and operations are two of my favorite things in my current position, and the program is truly one of a kind. I hate to pass up a good educational opportunity, so after reviewing the course list, I decided to go ahead and apply for admission. The online format works well for me as a working parent with many professional and personal commitments. I’ve been able to complete my coursework around my schedule, such as over lunch breaks and in the evenings when my kids are doing their homework.
I recently completed the supply chain management course and I took away several new skills in Excel that I can apply to my daily work in budgeting, finance, and predictions. The fact that I was so immediately rewarded with new knowledge that could make a difference in my job definitely reinforces my decision to pursue this degree program at Iowa State University. I am looking forward to future courses where I further develop my analytics skills.”
Sara Hayden Parris
Associate Director of Administrative Services
Theilen Student Health Center, Iowa State University
I am Sara Hayden Parris, current MHAO student. I grew up in Florida and Ohio and completed my BA in International Studies at The Ohio State University. With no clear career plans, I decided to pursue a Master’s in Health Care Administration from Des Moines University. Upon graduation, I began working for a local hospice organization, where I gained exposure to insurance billing. Eventually, I ended up as a Clinic Administrator for a multi-site cardiology clinic before landing at my current workplace, Thielen Student Health Center at Iowa State University, where I am the Associate Director for Administrative Services.
I honestly wasn’t looking to further my education, but when I heard about the MHAO program, I was intrigued. Analytics and Operations are two of my favorite things in my current position, and the program is truly one of a kind. I hate to pass up a good educational opportunity, so after reviewing the course list, I decided to go ahead and apply for admission. The online format works well for me as a working parent with many professional and personal commitments. I’ve been able to complete my coursework around my schedule, such as over lunch breaks and in the evenings when my kids are doing their homework.
I recently completed the Supply Chain Management course and I took away several new skills in Excel that I can apply to my daily work in budgeting, finance, and predictions. The fact that I was so immediately rewarded with new knowledge that could make a difference in my job definitely reinforces my decision to pursue this degree program at Iowa State University. I am looking forward to future courses where I further develop my analytics skills.”
Sara Hayden Parris
Associate Director of Administrative Services
Theilen Student Health Center, Iowa State University
I am Sara Hayden Parris, current MHAO student. I grew up in Florida and Ohio and completed my BA in International Studies at The Ohio State University. With no clear career plans, I decided to pursue a Master’s in Health Care Administration from Des Moines University. Upon graduation, I began working for a local hospice organization, where I gained exposure to insurance billing. Eventually, I ended up as a Clinic Administrator for a multi-site cardiology clinic before landing at my current workplace, Thielen Student Health Center at Iowa State University, where I am the Associate Director for Administrative Services.
I honestly wasn’t looking to further my education, but when I heard about the MHAO program, I was intrigued. Analytics and Operations are two of my favorite things in my current position, and the program is truly one of a kind. I hate to pass up a good educational opportunity, so after reviewing the course list, I decided to go ahead and apply for admission. The online format works well for me as a working parent with many professional and personal commitments. I’ve been able to complete my coursework around my schedule, such as over lunch breaks and in the evenings when my kids are doing their homework.
I recently completed the Supply Chain Management course and I took away several new skills in Excel that I can apply to my daily work in budgeting, finance, and predictions. The fact that I was so immediately rewarded with new knowledge that could make a difference in my job definitely reinforces my decision to pursue this degree program at Iowa State University. I am looking forward to future courses where I further develop my analytics skills.”
Sara Hayden Parris
Associate Director of Administrative Services
Theilen Student Health Center, Iowa State University
Explore Healthcare Analytics and Operations
The master of healthcare analytics and operations (MHAO) degree is tailored to the needs of working professionals. The ideal students are interested in analyzing healthcare operations and data to develop and present plans of action leading to better outcomes for the healthcare industry.
The MHAO program requires 30 credits and can be completed in as little as 15 months. Required courses and electives in the program are specifically targeted to:
- healthcare analytics
- data management
- healthcare supply chains
- lean operations in healthcare
- healthcare data privacy, security, and compliance
- strategic logistics management
- data visualization
- analytics in finance
- statistical modeling
Apply Today
The Ivy MHAO program admits students annually in the fall, spring, and summer semester. Successful applicants are suggested to have two years professional experience but is not required. International students who currently reside outside the U.S. are encouraged to apply at least three months prior to the start of the semester.
The following application materials are required:
- resume
- college transcripts
- two letters of recommendation
- statement of purpose
- TOEFL or IELTS exam for international applicant
Once the application is complete, it will be reviewed by the program. You may be contacted to schedule an interview as part of the admissions process.
Please note: Graduate students whose native language is not English and who do not have a degree from Iowa State University, must take the English Placement Test at the beginning for their first semester of enrollment. The test is administered by the Department of English. It must be taken in addition to the Test of English as a Foreign Language), which is taken as a part of the admissions process. A student who does not pass this examination is required to take specific courses in the English 99/101 series. This coursework must be completed no later than the semester BEFORE you graduate.
Graduate Student and Career Services
Charles B. Handy Graduate Programs Office
1420 Gerdin Business Building
Ivy College of Business
2167 Union Drive
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa 50011-2027
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515-294-8118
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