Master of Healthcare Analytics and Operations

Ranked #6 in the nation for best online master’s in healthcare analytics programs

Healthcare analysts, executives, insurance companies, providers, and policymakers are more invested than ever before in creating more efficient operations.

You will gain the skills and tools necessary to make the right decisions to improve healthcare delivery systems, lower costs, enhance patient care — ultimately helping to save lives.

The master of healthcare analytics and operations (MHAO) degree is tailored to the needs of working professionals in the healthcare industry. Our affordable online program requires 30 credits and can be completed in as little as 15 months.

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MHAO program features

Required courses and electives 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.
Fulfill requirements to take the CHDA exam.

Admission and fees

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Online application

The Ivy MHAO program admits students annually in the fall, spring, and summer semester. Successful applicants are suggested to have two years of professional experience but is not required.

Application requirements

Resume.
College transcripts.
Two letters of recommendation.
Statement of purpose.
TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Score for non-native English-speaking applicants.

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.

**This program is not approved in SEVIS to issue Forms I-20 or DS-2019 for F-1 or J-1 status. However, an international student who has an F-1/J-1 status for another full-time, residential program can add this online program as a second major

Application deadline
Admission materials submitted by:
Fall semester: June 15
Spring semester: November 15
Summer semester: March 15

GMAT/GRE
Not required

Format and length
Online; 30 credits, 15 months

Location
Online

Program tuition and fees*

$818/credit hour + fees

*Tuition and fee rates are subject to change
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Curriculum

The master of healthcare analytics curriculum features 100 percent online coursework and an internship or elective coursework based on your interests.

Of the 30 credits, eight courses (24 credits) are required, leaving you two elective courses to choose from.

Overall, the program provides a foundation in:

healthcare analytics.
data management.
healthcare supply chains.
lean operations in healthcare.
strategic logistics management.
data visualization.

Customize your internship to fit your interests. The internship opportunity allows for focused training in areas such as healthcare data security, risk management and process improvement. Students with healthcare industry experience may also choose a project within their current employer as their internship. This requirement takes place during your last semester.

Classes are available year-round, so you can finish in as few as 15 months.

For more information, contact an advisor at busgrad@iastate.edu.

Skills and competencies

MHAO degree prepares you for industry certification

The MHAO program curriculum aligns with the competencies required for the Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) exam. Administered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), this exam validates expertise in healthcare analysis, data management, and reporting.

According to AHIMA, “individuals who earn the CHDA designation will achieve recognition of their expertise in health data analysis and validation of their mastery of this domain. This certification provides practitioners with the knowledge to acquire, manage, analyze, interpret, and transform data into accurate, consistent, and timely information, while balancing the “big picture” strategic vision with day-to-day details.”

Earning an MHAO degree not only meets the eligibility requirements to take the CHDA exam, but it also prepares you for the exam in ways other fields of study can’t.

In the master of healthcare analytics and operations program you will also gain the following skills and competencies demanded by top employers and industries worldwide.

Master of Healthcare Analytics and Operations

Tailored to the needs of working professionals

Ranked #6 in the nation for best online master’s in healthcare analytics programs

MHAO program features

The online learning format has allowed me to be very flexible with my school work and gives me the freedom to complete assignments when I’m actually available to do so.

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