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May 04, 2026
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2026-2027 Graduate Catalog
Healthcare Administration/Business Administration, MHA/MBA
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The joint degree in Healthcare Administration and Business Administration leads to the Master of Healthcare Administration/Master of Business Administration degree. In addition to the grade-point average and GMAT requirements, entrance into this plan also requires the submission of a résumé, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of career goals. All materials must be received by the application deadline so that the applicant can be considered for admission. Only completed applications will be considered. The résumé, three letters of recommendation, and statement of career goals should be sent to the Office of Admissions, University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058-1098.
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Grade Requirements
The College of Business requires a minimum of a 3.000 cumulative grade point average is required on course work taken at UHCL. No grade lower than a C is acceptable toward a graduate degree. This includes foundation work as well as the plan requirements. Grades of C- or lower are not acceptable. Foundation requirements (3 hours)
MHA Core
Students must complete all five (5) courses. HADM Certificates
Students complete either the Healthcare Leadership or Applied Analytics Certificate Healthcare Leadership Certificate
The Healthcare Leadership Graduate Certificate is designed for professionals looking to build or advance careers in healthcare management and administration. This flexible, four-course program equips students with essential leadership skills in human resources, legal compliance, marketing, and quality improvement-preparing graduates to lead teams, drive organizational change, and navigate the complexities of today’s healthcare systems. Ideal for emerging managers, clinicians transitioning into administrative roles, and experienced professionals seeking leadership credentials. Students choose three (3) of the following five (5) classes. Applied Analytics Certificate
The Healthcare Applied Analytics Graduate Certificate is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their decision-making skills in healthcare administration through data-informed approaches. The program emphasizes financial, economic, marketing, and analytic strategies critical to effective healthcare delivery in an increasingly data-driven environment. Ideal for current or aspiring healthcare managers, analysts, or policy professionals, this certificate supports career advancement in roles such as healthcare operations manager, financial analyst, clinical data analyst, marketing strategist, and healthcare consultant. Students complete three (3) of the five (5) courses. Electives
Elective courses must be selected from outside the core and the student’s chosen certificate to ensure a broader exposure to healthcare administration topics. Students choose two (2) courses. Core Requirements (18 hours)
Flexible Core - Choose Two Courses
Students may take any four approved 1.5 SCH flexible core courses. All courses on this list are approved, check with program advisor for additional approved courses. |
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