2 Years On Campus Masters Program
The Executive Master of Healthcare Administration (EMHA) degree at the UIC School of Public Health is the only EMHA in the Chicago area accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). The urgent need for healthcare reform requires clinicians in leadership roles and health system executives to conceive a new vision for their organizations and the expertise to execute it. The EMHA coursework provides the essential leadership skills to address these complex challenges in the current healthcare environment. It is specifically designed to allow clinicians and executives to work collaboratively to identify barriers and develop solutions to improve clinical outcomes and organizational efficiency.
Application A 4 years bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) earned at an accredited college or university is required. Official yearly or semester wise mark sheets for each examination attempt, including failed or repeated exams. Official university-issued certification of degree and date awarded. GPA 3.0 out of (4.0 scale) Personal Statement 3 Letters of recommendation TOEFL iBT: 80 (Listening 17, Writing 21, Reading 19, Speaking 20) OR IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in each section Work Experience for Clinicians Clinical practice experience characteristics and duration are very important criteria for admission. Admission requires a minimum of three years of clinical practice experience following completion of graduate and postgraduate education and training working in a professional practice organization capacity. Experience in a leadership or supervisory role in a healthcare organization is preferred. Work Experience for Non-clinicians It is recommended that candidates who are not clinicians have three years of experience in a healthcare organization. Experience in a leadership or supervisory role in a healthcare or related organization is preferred. Tests Required All EMHA applicants must have achieved the relevant licensure and certification for their clinical and/or professional field.
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