Executive Masters of Business Administration Healthcare, MBA

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The Executive MBA in Healthcare program is designed for physicians, clinicians, and healthcare professionals in administrative roles with 10+ years of experience in the industry and 3+ years of management or leadership.  This program blends rigorous academic learning with practical, real-world application, focusing on leadership, strategy, analysis, and innovation across the healthcare industry.  

The Executive MBA in Healthcare coursework is delivered in a blended format with in-person sessions held one weekend (Friday/Saturday) a month on the University’s Oakland campus, and a third of the coursework delivered online. The program is designed for working professionals to build business acumen, analytic and strategic skills and prepare you to be a catalyst for change and lead the future of healthcare. Professionals across this industry discover how the addition of finance, economics, business management, and leadership skills can enable them to make a deeper impact in their organizations. The program can be completed in 19-months over five terms, beginning in the Fall Term. 

Contact Information 

Executive Degree Programs Office  

412-648-1600 

E-mail: executiveprograms@katz.pitt.edu  

Application Procedures 

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Applications may be submitted year-round, and admissions decisions are typically made within three weeks of receiving a completed application package and conducting an interview. Your application will either be accepted, rejected, or wait-listed. If wait-listed, an admissions decision may not be made until a month before classes begin. At that time, those with the strongest credentials are admitted. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. 

Quick Check List: 

• Online application form 
• Resume or CV 
• Self-nomination letter 
• Two references, including your current supervisor 
• Official academic transcripts from all institutions attended 
• Official TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-English native speakers 

Tuition, Fees and Financial Assistance 

The cost for this program is $95,000 and includes tuition, student fees, course materials, and meals when attending on-campus weekends and is the same for in-state and out-of-state residents. Merit aid and travel scholarships are available for qualified students. Applicants can apply and be considered for this aid by completing the Executive MBA Financial Support Plan form. Visit tuition.pitt.edu for tuition information.