Prepare to innovate and improve productivity in the healthcare sector. The part-time Master of Science in Health Care Management program delivers the same rigor as the full-time program, with the flexibility working professionals need to advance their career in the healthcare industry.
MS in Health Care Management (Part-Time)
Lead health care innovations
Details
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Fall, Summer, Spring Terms
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Part-time
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Online
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2-3 years
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30 Credits
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$2,060/credit*
*See full costs details. All students are considered for scholarships.
Benefits & Highlights
- Flexible format
- Up to $20k in scholarships
- Lead the future of health care with business expertise
Who Should Apply
The part-time MS in Health Care Management program is designed for working professionals who need a flexible schedule, wanting to build the skills to make a difference in healthcare.
Connect with a recruiter
Our recruiters are here to help you every step of the way with questions about the application process, curriculum, or how the part-time MS in Health Care Management program fits your career goals.
Career & Life Designs
Your career goals are our priority. From the time you step into the classroom through graduation and beyond, our students have access to career resources to help clarify goals, build critical skills, and connect with opportunities that align with their interests. And the results speak for themselves.
Career resources are embedded into the full-time MS in Health Care Management curriculum and program experience. The Career & Life Design team works closely with our full-time students to help you plan for and secure a post-graduation career. See how the Career & Life Design team works with our full-time specialized master’s students.
Admissions
Applicants are evaluated based on career goals, academic and/or professional background, and their ability to contribute to the cohort.
Students have access to various financial aid and scholarships options, making your academic and career goals more attainable.
Financial aid opportunities:
- Merit-based scholarships
- Private scholarships
- Employer tuition assistance
- Private loans
- State or federal aid
- Completed online application
- Résumé (one page)
- Two essays
- One professional recommendation
- Official transcript(s)
- TOEFL IBT/IELTS/PTE/DET score (required for non-U.S. citizens whose undergraduate degree was not taught in English)
- GMAT or GRE score (optional)
- $100 nonrefundable application fee
Submit your application through the Johns Hopkins University-wide platform. Select Carey Business School as your preferred school and choose the upcoming fall term, then upload all required materials. Once we receive your completed application, our team will review your file and follow up with you on next steps.
More about the part-time MS in Health Care Management application process
Application deadlines
| Deadlines | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate Deadline | February 4, 2026 | March 4, 2026 | April 15, 2026 |
| Decision Release | Rolling | Rolling | Rolling |
| Deposit Deadline | 4 weeks | 4 weeks | 4 weeks |
”The program offered me the opportunity to continue to work full time and be a mother, while taking steps to advance my skills and grow in my career."
Healthcare Consultant
Kaiser Permanente
CURRICULUM
The part-time Master of Science in Health Care Management curriculum is 30 credits taught by Carey faculty. Student complete 20 credits of core courses, building a strong foundation in business and healthcare knowledge.
REQUIRED COURSES
The part-time Health Care Management curriculum builds skills to drive innovation and efficiency through hands-on learning, cross-disciplinary study, and access to top-ranked Johns Hopkins health systems.
- Business Communication
- Business Leadership and Human Values
- Frameworks for Analyzing Healthcare Markets
- Health Analytics
- Healthcare Law and Regulation
- Healthcare Organization and Management
- Health Innovation and Evaluation
- Health Marketing and Access
- Statistical Analysis
- The US Healthcare System: Past, Present, and Future
ELECTIVES
Tailor your degree to your career goals with electives in areas such as AI, health finance, pharmaceutical strategy, global health, and more.
Beyond the Classroom
The Johns Hopkins advantage
Leverage a leading health care ecosystem
With direct access to the top-ranked Johns Hopkins Schools of Medicine and Nursing, and the Bloomberg School of Public Health, you’ll build real-world skills in action-based courses, allowing you to apply practical management skills for healthcare business solutions.
Health Care Strategy Consulting Practicum
Challenge your understanding of complex health care issues
The fully online course gives students the chance to step into the role of a consultant and work directly with healthcare organizations. In 16 weeks, teams analyze their partner organizations business challenges and present strategic recommendations
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