Study on Your Schedule
Because we understand personal goals and life circumstances vary, we offer a range of timelines to complete our MBA in Public Health degree.
Advance Your Education Online
Complete the MBA in Public Health degree program in as few as 12 months at the accelerated pace
100% online coursework, with mobile-friendly content and access to LinkedIn Learning
Multiple starts throughout the year and accelerated and working professional program pacing options
Complementary courses in policies in public health and environmental and occupational health
The public health industry plays an essential role in keeping our communities safe and healthy.
Our MBA-Public Health program lets you take classes in core areas of business — such as organizational behavior, business ethics, managerial accounting, and finance — while also taking complementary courses in public health. Learn about the foundations of public health as well as the leadership principles and policies that define the industry.
Additionally, when you study online with WCU, you get access to LinkedIn Learning. Explore the courses offered and choose some to complete as part of your classwork.
Because we understand personal goals and life circumstances vary, we offer a range of timelines to complete our MBA in Public Health degree.
This is a program for students eager to complete their MBA-Public Health degree with speed. Online study is designed with consideration to location and schedule, and to create flexibility for students excited to complete a degree and begin the next phase of their careers.
Our syllabus is also tailored to consider more complicated schedules, so we designed a course of study to accommodate working students, parents, and caretakers.
We believe in end-to-end support. Throughout our specialized public health program, you will:
Preview your course of study. The number of months your degree will take will vary depending on whether you choose the accelerated or working professional pace. We recommend reviewing your prospective curriculum in detail, so you know what to expect.
MBA Public Health Administration
New academic sessions begin, on average, and depending on programs, every eight weeks. You can review and consider an up-to-date start-to-completion schedule by degree.
We are committed to helping our graduates throughout their careers, and our Career Services department provides ongoing assistance with professional and career development through workshops and guidance designed for our MBA-Public Health students and graduates.
With competencies in both management and public health, graduates of the MBA-Public Health program will have the skills to take on a variety of leadership roles in healthcare. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, medical and health services managers work in a range of settings, including:
1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical and Health Services Managers, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm.
All our programs deliver a student-centric, evidence-based education that includes topics relevant to an evolving public health environment. As an MBA-Public Health student, you can expect in-depth learning in the intersection of business and healthcare. Our curricula also address telehealth, special populations, and upcoming trends in medicine.
We can evaluate your previous coursework for credit. For graduate programs, WCU accepts up to a maximum of 9 credits.
WCU may accept credit for previous courses taken from other academic institutions as long as the course meets the requirements of the specific academic program for which it is being considered and a grade of B- (80%) or better was achieved for a graduate course as documented on official transcripts. Each program maintains its own transfer credit requirements.
Our accelerated program pace allows you to earn your degree in as few as 12 months. The Working Professional pace lets you take fewer classes per semester, earning your degree in 24 months and providing flexibility when you need it. Your admissions advisor can help you determine which pace is right for you.
Pursuing your degree is a big choice. Fill out our form and one of our admissions advisors will contact you to answer any question you may have!
Financial aid and scholarships available for those who qualify.
WCU provides career guidance and assistance but cannot guarantee employment.
WCU Distance education programs are delivered out of the Orange County and Texas campuses and may not be available to residents in all states.