HEALTHCARE MBAFLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Ranked #1 among the largest Business Graduate Schools for Physician-Executives Modern Healthcare , 2015

One of the few select programs in the nation to be both CAHME and AACSB accredited

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

SHAPING INNOVATIVE LEADERS IN HEALTHCAREA Strategy of Dreaming, Learning, Doing & Becoming

CAHME

MANAGE AND LEAD CHANGE IN TODAY’S EVER-EVOLVING HEALTHCARE INDUSTRYLearn the business of healthcare from the inside out with a unique curriculum that weaves healthcare issues into every business course. AACSB and CAHME accredited.

The Healthcare MBA at FIU is designed for experienced healthcare professionals who want to develop the business skills and leadership expertise needed to play an active role in transforming the future of healthcare. This rigorous, accelerated program focuses on the complex real-world challenges facing healthcare administrators. You’ll gain a deep understanding of the healthcare industry and build the critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills required to excel in any healthcare setting. The program offers unmatched opportunities to build relationships with a network of healthcare professionals and the university’s prominent healthcare alumni.

To apply, visit:business.fiu.edu/apply

PROGRAM RESIDENCESThe cohort-based program, along with the broad, team-focused curriculum, provides an unlimited opportunity to interact with fellow classmates and build lasting relationships. In addition to the curriculum, students participate in on-campus residencies which focus on strengthening skills in team building, leadership, communications, critical thinking, and Lean Six Sigma (LSS). LSS Yellow Belt and Green Belt Certifications are included in the tuition.

REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s Degree or its U.S. equivalent

Résumé/statement of purpose

2 professional recommendations

CURRICULUMThe Healthcare MBA curriculum combines core MBA courses with healthcare-specific coursework. Unique in its approach, all courses are taught from the perspective of executives who manage healthcare organizations. The program’s final course gives students the opportunity to write a research paper on an approved topic in the field and complete a Health Policy Analysis Report. Students work directly with a healthcare institution to address real case problems and present findings to the organization’s healthcare executives.

Eli H. Karlin, MD, MBA ’15Senior Vice President and Medical Director

Flagler Investment – Healthcare

“FIU’s Healthcare MBA program is for healthcare professionals who want to push the envelope and be innovators. Collaborative and challenging, with inspiring and experienced faculty, this program gave me a suitcase of tools that I’ll use for the rest of my career.”

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Program begins in January and August

Hybrid format - a convenient combination of in-person and online learning

Degree completion in 18 months

Conveniently located in Downtown Miami - Brickell Avenue (August start) and Miramar (January start)

Interact with world-class faculty and build your network of healthcare professionals

On-campus residencies that focus on professional development

Fully online program available AACSB accredited

For more information, please visit hcmba.fiu.edu or call 305.779.9229

STUDY ABROAD Students have the option to travel abroad with colleagues and program alumni and earn an Advanced Certificate in Global Healthcare Management. The trip is led by the program’s Academic Director.