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MBA

MBA with a Health Services Management Specialization

Discover our Health Services Specialization

Take your knowledge of the healthcare industry to the next level with an online Master’s in Business Administration with a Health Services Specialization from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management.

A Health Services Specialization can help you develop business and leadership skills in healthcare management, directing cross-disciplinary endeavors and integrating functions across the healthcare enterprise.

Pursue your passion for healthcare

Explore the business side of health services and dive into many of the high-level issues facing healthcare economics and public policy today. You’ll learn the fundamentals of insurance and risk management as well as the evolution of health insurance. This specialization can build on your skillset by examining the legal and ethical issues in healthcare, health insurance trends, and finance to assist you in the pursuit of the future career advancement you want.

With a core curriculum designed to build AI fluency, you’ll develop hands-on skills with artificial intelligence tools that can improve workflows and strengthen efficiency in the healthcare industry.

Our experienced faculty offer real-world examples and scenarios to provide a well-rounded look into this ever-changing industry and help you prepare to become a future business leader.

Classes start on May 4, 2026
Course waivers at Keller

Master’s advantage: Are you eligible?

If you’ve earned an undergraduate degree in business or technology, or a degree with a technology specialization, you may be eligible to waive up to 3 courses (or 9 credit hours). We call this our Master’s Advantage. With these prior learning credits,1 you can earn your graduate degree with fewer courses, allowing you to put your master’s degree to work for you even sooner.

Accelerated Schedule2
1 year
4 months
Average 10 credits per semester
OR
Normal Schedule3
2 years
8 months
Average 6 credits per semester

Accelerate on your schedule

Choose the schedule that best fits your goals and commitments. You can earn your Master’s in Business Administration with a Health Services Specialization in:

  • As little as 1 year and 4 months with an accelerated schedule2

  • 2 years and 8 months with a normal schedule3

2Accelerated schedule requires at least 9 credit hours of prior learning credit. Assumes completion of 3 semesters, enrollment in an average of 10 credit hours per semester and continuous, full-time, year-round enrollment with no breaks per 12-month period.

3Normal schedule does not include breaks and assumes 3 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in an average of 6 credit hours per semester per 12-month period.

Knowledge and skills

What you’ll learn

The MBA with a Health Services Specialization from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management covers the following topics to help you deepen your understanding of the healthcare industry:

Professional communication

Develop and demonstrate professional communication skills and tools to support business needs.

Healthcare communication

Explain how decisions impact stakeholders by applying an understanding of how and why decisions are made throughout the healthcare continuum.

U.S. healthcare policy

Apply an understanding of the overall U.S. healthcare model, the history of legislation, and available public/private programs to issues in the contemporary healthcare field. Also, gain insight into the U.S. model as compared to other models around the globe.

Ethics in healthcare

Analyze the legal and ethical aspects of healthcare as it has evolved over time to determine the moral responsibilities of healthcare workers and how today’s legal system affects the types of care provided to patients.

Public and private healthcare plans

Assess the value of available health plans and explain the value proposition of different types of health plans (public and private) to patients. Synthesize the business perspective of healthcare relative to the consumer perspective of healthcare and how each affects the other.

Accreditation matters

Being accredited means we’ve met rigorous quality standards and are committed to giving you the education you deserve. Our accreditations and recognitions include:

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP): Our Master of Business Administration is accredited by ACBSP, acbsp.org, demonstrating it has met standards of business education that promote teaching excellence. Learn more about program outcomes and student achievement.4
  • The Higher Learning Commission (HLC): Institutionally, DeVry University is accredited by HLC, www.hlcommission.org. Our Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation.
Student achievement
At-a-glance
Embedded programs

Demonstrate skills at every step

Automatically earn a resume-boosting Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management when you enroll in our Master's in Business Administration with a Health Services Management Specialization — allowing you to showcase your skills while earning your master’s degree.5

DeVry Stackable Programs
Careers

Career opportunities in health services

As a graduate of our MBA with a Health Services Specialization, you might consider careers such as:

  • Administrative services manager

  • Health or medical services manager

  • Regulatory affairs and compliance

Keep in mind that these career options may not be available with all employers. Job titles and job requirements are not standardized across the healthcare industry. For example, while you may meet the requirements to apply for a medical services manager position at one company, it does not mean that you will meet the requirements for that position for all potential employers.

FAQs: MBA with a Health Services Specialization

How is an MBA in Health Services different from a Master’s in Health Administration?

The primary difference between an MBA with a Health Services Specialization and a Master's in Health Administration is the coursework for each degree program. All MBA programs are business-focused, so an MBA with a Health Services Specialization would include both health services and business courses to provide a well-rounded education. A Master's in Health Administration focuses almost exclusively on healthcare administration topics and would also feature the words "Health Administration" on your degree.

What are the prerequisites for the health services MBA specialization?

The main prerequisites to enroll in the MBA with a Health Services Specialization at Keller are a bachelor's degree in a related field and proficiency in math and verbal skills. Please visit our graduate admissions page for more information.

Can the MBA with a Specialization in Health Services program be taken online at the Keller Graduate School of Management?

Yes! You can earn your MBA with a Health Services Specialization 100% online through DeVry's Keller Graduate School of Management. This makes it a great option if you have a job or family commitments that may make it more challenging to devote time to in-person courses.

What are some benefits to earning an MBA in Health Services?

Some of the benefits of earning an MBA with a Health Services Specialization include adding a graduate-level credential to your resume, which may help you stand out to potential employers. Another benefit is that the business education an MBA offers can help you prepare to pursue additional career paths that may not be available to those with only a healthcare-focused degree.

How much do health services managers with an MBA earn?

A health services manager’s salary can vary based on experience, education, location, and the company or industry in which they are employed. For a general understanding of a health services manager’s earning potential, we recommend referencing data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Is an MBA in health services worth it?

Yes, an MBA with a Health Services Specialization can absolutely be worth it if you’re passionate about improving the business side of healthcare services. Plus, the field is ripe with opportunity: While actual local growth may vary, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of medical and health services managers to grow by 23% nationally between 2024 and 2034.

Do you need certification after an MBA in health services management?

No, you do not need a certification after an MBA with a Health Services Specialization. However, there is a range of optional certifications you can pursue depending on your career goals. Reach out to your career advisor to get guidance on the best steps to take.

How do I apply to Keller?

Applying is quick and easy:

  1. Talk to an admissions representative: Fill out a brief form, and we’ll reach out to walk you through the process.
  2. Submit your application: We’ll take you through the application over the phone. If you prefer, you can apply online. It only takes 5-10 minutes.
  3. Enroll in your first courses: Once you have applied and are accepted, we’ll help you build your schedule.

Learn more about admissions.

Academic catalog
2025- 2026 academic catalog
Program overview

1Eligibility for and application of course waivers vary based on the type and level of course, credit earned, enrolled location, and/or state of residence. For more information, please refer to the Course Waiver section of the Keller academic catalog.
2Accelerated schedule requires at least 9 credit hours of Prior Learning Credit and assumes completion of 3 semesters, enrollment in an average of 10 credit hours per semester and continuous, full-time, year-round enrollment with no breaks per 12-month period.
3Normal schedule does not include breaks and assumes 3 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in an average of 6 credit hours per semester per 12-month period.
4Conferral and assessment data is available for all DeVry and Keller ACBSP-accredited programs. For a full list of our ACBSP-accredited programs, visit our Accreditation page.
5Future programmatic changes could impact the ability to earn additional credentials en route to an eligible degree program. Refer to the academic catalog for details.