Overview
The Master of Health Administration at Wilfrid Laurier University is a professional graduate program aimed at developing leadership skills for the healthcare sector. It focuses on integrating business principles with healthcare management, policy, and ethics to prepare students for complex challenges in health systems.
Objectives include equipping graduates with strategic planning, financial management, and operational skills tailored to healthcare environments. Unique features encompass a curriculum emphasizing the Canadian healthcare system, experiential learning through case studies and simulations, and flexible full-time or part-time study options.
Career Prospects
Graduates are positioned for roles in healthcare leadership, with strong demand in public and private sectors. The program enhances employability through networking opportunities and practical projects, leading to careers in hospital management, health policy development, and consulting.
Key Faculty/Staff
- Dr. Anne MacPherson - Program Director, expertise in health policy and leadership.
- Dr. James Orbinski - Adjunct faculty, focusing on global health and ethics.
Unique Facilities and Partnerships
The program utilizes the Lazaridis School of Business facilities, including advanced simulation labs for healthcare scenarios. Partnerships with organizations such as Ontario Health, hospitals in the Waterloo Region, and the Canadian College of Health Leaders provide internships, guest lectures, and research collaborations.
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