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Healthcare is a highly stratified industry comprised of clinical, technical and business experts. Managing in todays’ healthcare arena requires a significant knowledge base, which includes understanding the regulatory arena, technological advances and the business skills to effectively put this knowledge in place. By doing so, leaders can guide their healthcare organizations to successfully meeting the demands of the market. In order to accomplish this healthcare leaders and managers require advanced education. The latest and hottest trend is to enroll in online Executive Master of Healthcare Administration (EMHA) degree. This format of delivering education allows busy individuals to blend a flexible study program into their schedules.Executive academic programs have been growing nationally and are designed for busy individuals to blend graduate education with the years of work experience they have accumulated. The virtual environment for online learning allows these individuals to attend class, complete assignments, and expand their network of colleagues while preparing them for career advancements within their organizations and the healthcare industry.
EMHA degree programs help individuals develop the skills they need to manage a nonprofit, government, or private health organization. Such organizations include hospitals, medical group practices, accountable care organizations, nursing homes (requires licensing), pharmaceutical companies, and others.
The thriving healthcare industry provides some of the nation’s best job opportunities. For instance, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) forecasts jobs for medical and health services managers to continuously grow at a considerably faster rate than the average percentage increase for most other occupations, which is anticipated at a growth rate of 17% between 2014-2024. The BLS data reveals very good earning potential for those working in this career field (http://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes119111.htm#nat).
Because of their career ambitions and educational background, some persons interested in healthcare administration may find it best to pursue an MBA specializing in healthcare management. This degree can also be completed online.
Florida Atlantic University offers current and prospective students the opportunity to take advantage of online education and earn an EMHA degree in 15 months. For those interested in attending classes on campus this same degree is offered on weekends to accommodate busy individuals
Online education provides a richer and more interactive classroom, allows students to develop a set of sophisticated virtual communication skills and utilizes the power of multimedia to help students remember what they learn. In addition, an online EMHA offers flexibility to healthcare professionals working various shifts and hours that might interfere with attending classes scheduled on campus. (http://www.usnews.com/education/online-learning-lessons/2015/10/16/3-academic-advantages-of-online-programs)
