Healthcare administrators are an integral component of the management of medical organizations ranging from hospitals, nursing homes, medical insurance companies, provider networks, to government policy organizations. Health programs are complex and varied and command a huge portion of the Gross Domestic Product of this country and much of the world. Knowledge combined with the ability to manage such complex and diverse organizations is essential in today's world. The Healthcare Administration specialization within the MBA program consists of six courses plus a residency, allowing students to apply classroom skills in progressive medical organizational settings. The practicum coupled with field excursions will assist students in gaining a first hand introduction to the medical administration environment in local health organizations. The seven-month residency will be tailored to individual student interests and will be located in some of the finest health organizations in Texas and the country.

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