MHA Guidebook

The MHA (Master of Health Administration) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation Healthcare Management Education (CAHME), https://www.cahme.org/

This guide supplements information in the current USF Graduate Catalog, and the Public Health MHA section within the catalog.
Admission information can be found on our Graduate Admissions page.

Master of Health Administration (MHA) Program Mission

The Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree at the University of South Florida develops students’ knowledge and skills in contemporary management methods and policy decision making, integrating a population health management approach. Students are prepared for management and leadership positions in health services and related organizations throughout the nation. The MHA degree serves early to mid-career professionals, including those seeking transition into and advancement within the health care industry, as well as well-qualified recent graduates of regionally accredited undergraduate programs, or their international equivalent.

Steps to Success

Know about USF Student Integrity and related content
Know the progression policy for the MPH, MHA and MSPH degrees
Getting Started
Learn about Registration and where to find course information
Know deadlines and where to find Program of Study, forms, and frequently asked questions
Keep your degree on track and in good standing:
- Keep your degree status active (see continuous enrollment under Enrollment Requirements on this page of USF Catalog)
- Know your degree time limitations
- Maintain a 3.0 or better Grade Point Average (GPA) (See Good Standing per USF Catalog) or you will be put on probation
Learn about the Health Management Student Association (HMSA), as well as other Student Organizations
For students enrolled prior to Fall 2018: Plan your field experience during your third semester with your advisor
Prepare for the Certified in Public Health (CPH) credentialing exam/Comprehensive Exam (Optional)
Meet with your advisor the term before you graduate and review your status
Early during the semester you plan to graduate, you should register for graduation
Participate in the COPH graduation celebration, the USF Health graduation ceremony, and join our USF and COPH alumni communities

More Information

MHA Program Vision The MHA at USF aims to become a program that: Will be a leading authority in health administration education and practice in Florida. Has a growing national reputation. Provides a scholarly environment that attracts the best people to freely explore their intellectual and career interests. Has a passion for learning and scholarship in health administration to create healthy communities. Is superior with a learning community striving for excellence in all endeavors. Provides a culture that fosters personal and professional development. Values interdisciplinary collaboration within the College and across USF Health, the University, the community, and the industry. MHA Program Values Commitment to Health Administration and Healthy Communities Integrity and Professionalism Discovery Collaboration Collegiality

Graduate Topics Registration Graduation Forms Courses Contract Courses Policies and Procedures MHA Topics

Financial Aid and Professional Organizations ACHE Career Resource Center ACHE Albert W. Dent Graduate Student Scholarship University Scholarships and Financial Aid Services website COPH Financial Aid website Professional Organizations and Federal Government Sites

Getting Assistance Academic and Student Affairs is here to help. We are located in the COPH building at 3010 USF Banyan Circle, Office 1131, Tampa, FL 33612, and remotely. Contact graduate advisors- see Master's Program Advising page. Contact Academic & Student Affairs at 813-974-6505 or email cophinfo@usf.edu. View our staff directory to find contact and location information for our staff.

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Disclaimer This version of the MHA Guidebook is the official version of the USF College of Public Health Guidebook for the MHA degree effective for the current catalog. This is a subset of and supplement to the USF Graduate Catalog. If there are conflicts between the two documents, the USF Graduate Catalog prevails. The College of Public Health reserves the right to change its rules, courses, and requirements from time to time and to make all such changes applicable to all students, whether new or continuing, when in its sole judgment such changes are deemed necessary. To view the complete USF Graduate Catalog, go to https://catalog.usf.edu; to view overarching USF regulations and policies, go to regulationspolicies.usf.edu/

MHA Statistics

You may view https://usfcoph.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/COPHHB/pages/3311042 regarding completion and employment rates.

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