Alabama Graduate Healthcare Schools
Alabama Graduate Healthcare Schools with Master's & PhD Degree Programs
University of Alabama Birmingham Graduate Degree in Healthcare
The University of Alabama Birmingham was ranked 7th in the nation for best graduate schools by US News and World Report in 2007. The Princeton Review ranks UAB in the top 15% of colleges and universities in the United States.
PhD in Administration-Health Services
Qualifying graduate students can enroll in the PhD Program offered by University of Alabama in a cooperative effort between the Graduate School of Management and the Department of Health Services. A background in health administration, finance, or business is recommended for students pursuing this field of study. The program takes two years of classroom courses in addition to the time needed to complete a doctoral dissertation, generally at least one additional year. Classroom coursework covers topics such as healthcare systems, insurance and managed care, strategic management, marketing research and strategy, and other areas of pertinent interest to healthcare management.
Contact Information
* Address: Webb 616, 1530 Third Avenue S Birmingham, AL 35294-3361
* Phone Number: (205) 934-4194
South University Healthcare Administration Graduate Degree Programs
South University was established by John Draughton in 1899 as a business college. The Montgomery campus is one of three campuses in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. South University also offers extensive online degree coursework.
Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration
Students wishing to pursue a master's degree in healthcare administration should be aware that this degree program intends to prepare graduates for increasing leadership roles within the healthcare system. Administration in healthcare requires a careful blend of business management skills and the sense of service to others required in the medical field. South University seeks to prepare graduates through coursework such as organizational behavior, microeconomics, market development, supply chain management, decision-making and strategies, and other required courses.
Contact Information
* Address: 5355 Vaughn Road Montgomery, AL 36116-1120
* Phone Number: (334)395-8800
