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Health Administration, MHA, and Business Administration, MBA, Dual Degree

Program Overview

This 66-credit hour dual degree program through the Belk College of Business and the College of Health and Human Services equips students with comprehensive skills in both business administration and health administration. Graduates benefit from a robust curriculum that enhances leadership, strategic thinking and healthcare management expertise. This program offers the unique advantage of shared credits, providing a streamlined path to earning both an MHA and MBA. Students will also gain access to extensive professional networks and career opportunities in both fields.

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Program Contacts

Master of Health Administration

Sandi J. Lane, Ph.D., FACHE, LNHA
Associate Professor and Director, MHA Program
sjlane@charlotte.edu
704-687-7150

Charlotte MBA

Alyssa Carlson
Associate Director, Belk College of Business Graduate Programs
alyssa.carlson@charlotte.edu
704-687-0825

Master of Health Administration

The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program at UNC Charlotte is a CAHME-accredited, interdisciplinary graduate program designed to prepare emerging healthcare leaders to advance health equity and lead dynamic health systems.

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The Charlotte MBA

The Charlotte MBA program offers an outstanding educational experience for aspiring managers and leaders. With a comprehensive course format, distinguished faculty and the ability to specialize in a variety of domains, our program offers a top-quality graduate education in one of the most dynamic business climates in the United States.

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Health Administration, MHA, and Business Administration, MBA at a Glance

The MHA and MBA dual degree program at the Belk College of Business and College of Health and Human Services provides a comprehensive education for leadership roles in both business and healthcare. Benefit from shared credits and enhanced career opportunities in both fields.

delivery
In-person, on campus at Main Campus + the Dubois Center
credit hours
66 credit hours
duration
Full time avg. 3-3.5 years; Part time up to 5 years
Nationally Ranked
Both MHA + MBA ranked 2025 “Best Colleges” by USNWR

Already a 49er? Early Entry Option Available

Exceptional undergraduate students in UNC Charlotte’s Health Administration program may apply to the Early Entry Program to begin work toward a Master’s in Health Administration graduate degree before completion of the bachelor’s degree.

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Accreditation

The Master of Health Administration is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). Accreditation is a voluntary process, and represents a partnership that demonstrates commitment to continuously improve graduate education. Our current accreditation runs through Spring 2030.

UNC Charlotte’s Belk College of Business was the first university in the Charlotte region to earn accreditation by AACSB International, and has now held that distinction for more than 30 years. UNC Charlotte is also accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees.