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Certificate in Health Services Administration for post-baccalaureate students (other than business students)
The Health Services Administration graduate certificate prepares health care professionals in the business aspects of health care. Students who have completed a bachelor’s degree may elect to complete this 5 course certificate in order to improve their ability to understand and manage within the U.S. health care system. Course content is specific to the field of health care delivery. Students will learn management strategies, health policy, accounting and financial management and approaches to quality improvement.

Admission Criteria

• 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited university or college.
• 2. A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.75
• 3. Official transcripts of all colleges and universities attended.
• 4. One letter of professional recommendation from someone in a supervisory capacity.
• 5. An autobiographical statement of personal goals and objectives.
• 6. An interview with graduate faculty.

Application to the program can be made to the HSA Certificate program online by visiting the UDM web site for MHSA and selecting apply. For questions or assistance regarding the application process, contact Dr. Mary O’Shaughnessey, Program Chair and Associate Professor at 313-993-1695.

Admission from Health Services Administration Certificate Program to MHSA Masters Program
Students who complete the Health Services Administration certificate program are eligible for admission to the MHSA master's program if they meet all admission criteria for the master's program. For entry into the master's program, candidates must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and a GPA of 3.00 or better. Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, three letters of recommendation (one from a supervisor) and a personal essay. Applicants who meet the requirements will be interviewed by the Chair of the Health Services Administration program for final determination of eligibility. All degree requirements must be completed within seven years.