Healthcare Leadership & Innovation (MS Degree)
Why pursue healthcare leadership & Innovation?
As the healthcare industry continues to evolve and grow, leaders are required to demonstrate business, technology, artificial intelligence and entrepreneurial skills in order to ensure excellent care and economic viability in a competitive landscape.
Why earn your healthcare leadership & innovation degree at Iona?
Learn from Healthcare Experts
Courses in this program have been designed using extensive input from leading healthcare experts. These same experts who provide guest lectures, real-life case studies, and access to research opportunities to explore and analyze the current challenges facing healthcare.
An Online Program with a Residency Component
Students in the MS in Healthcare Leadership & Innovation program can expect to complete most of their coursework online. Additionally, students participate in a residency one weekend per term (Friday/Saturday) which enables them to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting.
Open to Individuals from Various Professional Backgrounds
While this program is primarily for healthcare professionals planning to transition from clinical to managerial positions, it is also well suited for individuals with a business background who are interested in entering the healthcare field.
A Two-Year, 30-Credit Degree
Full-time students can expect to complete this 30-credit degree over the course of two years (four semesters). Part-time students can plan on a three-year completion timeline (six semesters).
Quick Facts
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition rates for the Healthcare Leadership & Innovation (MS Degree) will be posted soon.
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Iona also has resources for graduate students on applying for financial aid.
What to Expect
- 30-credit degree
- Complete in four semesters (two years)
- Online learning model
- Weekend residency once per semester (Friday/Saturday)
- Capstone project in final semester
Degree Outcomes
Students who complete the Healthcare Leadership & Innovation (MS Degree) program at Iona may hold positions such as:
- Medical and Health Services Manager
- Healthcare Consultant
- Clinical Manager
- Hospital Administrator
- Nursing Home Administrator
What You'll Learn
Innovative Thinking and Ethical Decision-Making
Courses that emphasize design thinking, equity-minded leadership, and values-based delivery models will sharpen your innovative thinking and ethical decision-making skills. In turn, this will also foster your commitment to responsible and impactful practices in healthcare.
A Comprehensive Skill Set
This program endows students with a comprehensive skill set that integrates healthcare, business, technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and entrepreneurial expertise so that graduates are equipped for diverse roles in the healthcare sector.
Excel in the Healthcare Industry
Students in this program develop the necessary knowledge, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities to excel in a range of healthcare leadership roles and actively contribute to the dynamic evolution of the healthcare industry.
Develop a Creative and Human-Centered Mindset
This program empowers students to approach healthcare challenges with a creative and human-centered mindset. Students develop the ability to identify and frame complex healthcare problems, generate innovative solutions, and implement them effectively while prioritizing patient needs.
Careers & Outcomes
Expected Job Growth in an Evolving Industry
According to the U.S. Department of Labor sponsored occupational database O*NET Online, positions in the field of medical and health services management are expected to grow by 28% nationwide over the next ten years. Depending on the region, growth could be as high as 42% or greater.
Additionally, the healthcare sector as a whole continues to grow. Employers are increasingly in need of innovative leaders that can meet the new demands of an evolving industry and can contribute to building resilient and agile organizations.
Job Titles in Healthcare Leadership include:
- Clinic Director
- Healthcare Administrator
- Health Information Manager
- Health System CEO
- Nursing Home Administrator
- Practice Manager
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Online Learning Model
Most of the coursework for this degree is offered online allowing students to learn from anywhere while saving the time and costs of commuting.
Gain Hands-On Experience
Students participate in a weekend residency once per term to gain valuable hands-on experience within clinical settings.
Access to Leading Healthcare Experts
Courses are supported by extensive input from leading healthcare experts who provide guest lectures, real-life case studies, and access to research opportunities to explore and analyze the current challenges facing healthcare.
Learn More About the Master’s in Healthcare Leadership & Innovation Degree at Iona
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