MHA and MBA (Master of Business Administration) Dual Degree
Weber State students may complete both the Master of Health Administration (MHA) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs simultaneously, earning both degrees in much less time than it would take to pursue them individually.
You must choose either the MHA/eMHA or the MBA as your primary degree. You will graduate with the major degree code of your primary degree on your transcript, while the other major will be listed as your secondary degree. You may enroll in classes for both programs at the same time.
The dual degree for the MHA and MBA focuses on leadership and management skills in the healthcare industry.
You'll learn the foundations of
- Management and leadership
- Finance and accounting
- Healthcare ethics and law
- Interpersonal communication
- Quality and performance improvement
- Population health
- Healthcare information technology
- Human resources
- Critical thinking
An MHA/MBA degree opens a wide variety of opportunities in healthcare areas, including
- Finance
- Human resources
- Facility management
- Health law
- Information technology management
- Hospitals
- Physician practices
- Ambulatory care
- Nursing homes and long-term care organizations
- Government organizations
- Community service organizations
MHA In-Person Format Executive MHA Online Format MBA Admission Pursuing a Dual Degree (Student Handbook)
Curriculum for an MHA/MBA Dual Degree
Before you begin, learn which courses are required to receive dual degrees.
Prerequisites
The MBA program has prerequisites. If you plan on listing the MBA as your primary degree, contact the MBA program enrollment director beforehand to ensure you can successfully apply.
Specific course requirements
Students admitted to the MHA and MBA programs for a dual degree are not required to take electives in the MHA program. Students must complete MHA 6350 (Decision Making for Healthcare Leaders) before taking MBA 6150 (Operations/Supply Chain Management).
MHA/eMHA Primary Degree
MBA Primary Degree
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