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One of the benefits of becoming a member in our active network is that as a member, you are able to post questions, thoughts or ideas to the active network group. This exclusive discussion platform provides you with feedback from hundreds of executives, recruiters, and consultants from across the country and from all areas of healthcare that are a part of our active network.

Below is an example of a recent discussion:
Q. MBA vs. MHA – Opinions from Healthcare Executives

HC_exec_09 writes: I very much value the Master’s Degree but I understand the variability in the kinds of degrees people pursue. I am open to MBA or MHA and while a top school says much about the person’s drive, ambition and ability, others from smaller schools can be just as bright and ready to tackle the job. I take education into context with the person’s overall abilities, attitude and experience. I evaluate “the whole package” versus just one aspect of the person’s background. I do value top schools which is why I did my Master’s at the University of Michigan but I don’t consider myself a “degree snob” either. What matters is that the person had the initiative to get a degree and wants to excel.

Atlanta_Health writes: The MBA degree provides greater education in global business and entrepreneurship compared to the MHA degree. I wish that I had the option of a joint MBA/MHA program when I went through, which some schools offer. Alumni networks may be useful in some cases. The particular university may be more of a factor on the negative side if it is just an internet-based diploma mill. Experience will be more important for anyone other than a new graduate, who all you have to go by is their education.

exec_3456 writes: I look at both the type of degree and whether it was an "on-line" degree or traditional classroom program, in addition to the candidate's experience. I'm finding, based on people of interviewed and subsequently employed, the RN with the MBA is a highly valued combination. It would also depend on the level of management in the organization or amount of experience the individual has regarding the MHA vs. MBA. I wouldn't consider a recently graduated candidate with the MBA and no healthcare experience for a management job. The recently graduated MHA, I might consider for a mid-level management job, without healthcare experience as an assistant to a more seasoned manager.

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