Master of Health Administration

The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy Master of Health Administration (MHA) program is designed for current, emerging, and future leaders in the health sector seeking to strengthen their expertise in health systems management and policy. Administered through the University of Regina campus and delivered primarily online, this LEADS-accredited program provides students with the flexibility to advance their education while continuing their professional responsibilities. The curriculum emphasizes leadership development, strategic and analytical thinking, and policy capacity, preparing graduates to contribute effectively to health program and policy development, implementation, evaluation, and service delivery improvement.

Throughout the program, students develop the advanced knowledge and practical skills required of health administration professionals and managers. Areas of study include health administration and human resource management, decision-making, health policy development, health program planning and evaluation, and program management and delivery. By combining theory with applied learning, the program equips graduates to enhance organizational performance, support effective healthcare leadership, and drive meaningful change within complex health systems.

Admission Requirements

• Four-year undergraduate degree.
• Minimum of three years of Canadian health sector experience.

What You’ll Learn

• Develop leadership and strategic management skills for complex healthcare environments.
• Strengthen decision-making and analytical abilities for health policy and administration.
• Learn effective health program planning, implementation, and evaluation strategies.
• Build expertise in healthcare operations, human resource management, and service delivery.