Florida Atlantic College of Business
Online MHA (OMHA)
15-Month Online Executive Master of Health Administration Program听
The Executive Education office in the College of Business at 糖心Vlog is home to the 15-month Online Master of Health Administration program (OMHA) offered 100% fully remote. This full service, all-inclusive program are specially designed for those with busy personal and professional commitments who prefer the experience of a structured online cohort.听
The听Online MHA curriculum allows participants to continue their professional responsibilities while earning an AACSB accredited MHA degree as full-time graduate students. Each class begins and progresses through the program as a group, sharing the same sequence of classes and educational experiences.
Many corporations nominate and sponsor fast-track employees for 糖心Vlog's Executive Programs. It is an effective way to ensure that they will have qualified, professionally credentialed managers for the future.
The听Online听Master of Health Administration degree program begins each fall, spring, and summer semester.
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Curriculum Overview
The OMHA curriculum is a cross section of business disciplines. EMHA courses are packed with the latest health administration-specific content focused on finance, law and policy, organizational behavior, quality management, information systems and administrative operations for those in leadership positions or seeking career advancement into leadership.
The Online MHA degree in 糖心Vlog's College of Business is fully accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Upon completion of the Online MHA program, you will have earned a Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree.
Online MHA Program Features
- College of Business AACSB accreditation
- Flexible scheduling:
- Online program option is 100% asynchronous allowing for self-paced learning
- Dedicated state-of-the-art Executive Education facility
- Courses taught by world-class faculty
- Earn your Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, included in our Healthcare Operations course
- Complete in 15 months without work interruption
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals
- Immersive Leadership Boot Camp experience is available every Spring semester
Program Calendar
Online MHA (OMHA) Admissions and Application Process
The Office of Executive Education reviews candidate applications on an individual basis looking at both quantitative and qualitative aspects of an applicant's professional and academic background.
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; no business prerequisites are required
- GPA approximately 3.0 or higher over the last 60 undergraduate credits
- Four years professional/healthcare-related work experience
- GMAT/GRE exam scores are not required for qualified applicants
Online Program Spring 2027: to access/return to your Supplemental Application
While there is not a specific end date to apply, the Executive Education department recommends submission of applications by early July for the Fall semester, mid-November for the Spring semester, and late April for the Summer semester. The Executive Education programs are on a rolling admission cycle, and qualified candidates may be considered for admission until the program start date or deferred to the subsequent term/semester. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible to secure admission into the program.
Item 1: Submit Current Resumé
Current resume with three academic or professional references on last page including: reference name, title, company, contact information.
Item 2: Submit Unofficial Transcript(s) or Unofficial Transcript Evaluation
Upload your unofficial transcript(s) from your bachelor’s program or transcript evaluation (this step is NOT required for 糖心Vlog graduates). If you only have an official copy of your transcripts or evaluation, please mail them to our office (listed below). Graduates of a foreign college who have completed an academic program equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree are required to submit a course-by-course and GPA evaluation from a foreign credentials evaluation service that is a member of .
Item 3: Submit Statement of Purpose
In no more than one (1) page double-spaced, summarize your future career goals and how a Master of Health Administration will help you achieve these goals.
Item 4: Submit Letters of Recommendation
The supplemental application includes a "Recommendations" tab with space to enter email addresses corresponding to your recommenders (two letters recommended). If email addresses are entered, please notify your recommenders that they can expect a request from you - via email - containing a link to our database. Alternatively, upload scanned letters of recommendation. Recommenders should be academic (professor, instructor) or professional (colleague, manager, associate) and can be a subset of your references.
Non-native speakers of English must provide evidence of proficiency in English from: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or Duolingo. Please note, applicants are responsible for making arrangements to schedule the test(s).
The minimum College of Business requirements
- TOEFL is 600 for the Paper-Based Test and 100 for the Internet Based Test (糖心Vlog's school code is 5229)
- IELTS is a band score of 7.0
- Duolingo exam is 110
Here is the official 糖心Vlog regulation on English Language Proficiency
Regulation 4.009. Non-Native speakers of English are not required to submit proof of English language proficiency if they meet one of the following:
- Completion of at least three years of secondary education from a high school based in a country where English is the majority native-speaking language, or where English is the primary language of instruction starting in the primary grades.
- Completion of at least three years of secondary education from a high school based in the United States or abroad with full curriculum of instruction in English.
- Completion of at least sixty (60) post-secondary credits or an associate degree or higher from a U.S. regionally accredited postsecondary institution or from a recognized post-secondary institution abroad with full curriculum of instruction in English
Online MHA (OMHA) Curriculum
The Online Master of Health Administration (OMHA) comprises of 30 required total credits: 10 core classes. Students will also be expected to complete a Leadership Boot Camp (1 credit) that is included in the course at no additional cost for the benefit of the student.
| Course Name | Course Code | Number of Credits |
| Communication Skills for Business Professionals | GEB 6217 | 3 credits |
| Introduction to Healthcare Systems | HSA 6103 | 3 credits |
| Healthcare Finance | HSA 6175 | 3 credits |
| Organizational Behavior in Healthcare | HSA 6118 | 3 credits |
| Quality Management in Healthcare | HSA 6385 | 3 credits |
| Planning and Marketing in Healthcare | HSA 6108 | 3 credits |
| Health Policy | HSA 6152 | 3 credits |
| Health Law | HSA 6425 | 3 credits |
| Healthcare Operations | HSA 6937 | 3 credits |
| Intro to Business Analytics and Big Data | ISM 6404 | 3 credits |
| Leadership Bootcamp (Complimentary) | HSA 6905 | 1 credit |
Communication Strategies for Business Professionals (GEB 6217) 3 credits
This course focuses on a semester-long project that links writing and speaking strategies to (1) critical thinking for problem analysis/solution and persuasive proposals and (2) research for decision making.
Introduction to Health Care Systems (HSA 6103) 3 credits
Introduces students to the field of health services administration and to the responsibilities of managers of health care organizations. Includes the analysis of both the history and the structure of health delivery systems.
Healthcare Finance (HSA 6175) 3 credits
Students are introduced to the public and private sources of payment for health care in the U.S. Includes Medicare, Medicaid, managed care options and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Organizational Behavior in Healthcare (HSA 6118) 3 credits
Study of internal operations of healthcare organizations varying from hospitals to nursing homes, outpatient clinics, and assisted living facilities. Examine issues such as physician credentialing, utilization review, quality of clinical care, and accreditation of services.
Planning and Marketing in Healthcare (HSA 6108) 3 credits
Study of the rapidly evolving U.S. healthcare market and its impact on the structure and functions of healthcare organizations. Examines changing patient demographics such as population aging, technological developments in such areas as pharmaceuticals, and government regulation of patient care.
Health Policy (HSA 6152) 3 credits
An examination of the process of formulating and implementing health policy. Emphasis is on the utilization of health services research in the policy formulation process at the federal level.
Health Law (HSA 6425) 3 credits
A comprehensive examination of health law issues affecting healthcare providers. Reviews case law decisions, statutes, and regulations involving such issues as patient care liability, malpractice, workmen's compensation, and legal responsibilities of health professionals.
Quality Management in Healthcare (HSA 6385) 3 credits
This course is an introduction to Healthcare Management in Healthcare. It provides healthcare students the knowledge and skills that form the foundational platform of dependable, high quality job performance required by members of healthcare teams in various healthcare settings. Other major topics include: utilization management, risk management, case management, and reliability science.
Healthcare Operations (HSA 6937) 3 credits
This course provides a foundation on which to develop such competencies. The course introduces students to fundamental Operations Management principles in the healthcare services context. Students will learn to recognize, diagnose, design, and apply operations concepts to create new and improve existing delivery systems. These concepts include operations strategy, process management, lean six sigma quality, patient satisfaction, patient safety, supply chain management, and innovation.
Intro to Business Analytics and Big Data (ISM 6404)
This course provides an understanding of the business intelligence and business analytics processes and techniques used in transforming data into knowledge and value in organizations. Students also develop skills in analyzing data using generally available tools, e.g., Excel.
Areas of Concentration
Students may choose from a myriad of elective* courses to diversify their understanding of different industries and disciplines, or pursue an MBA concentration in one of the following areas:
Business managers and consultants need to be able to analyze and interpret financial data, manage budgets, provide forecast analyses, and even prepare and audit financial statements. Leveraging managerial skills and a broader understanding of the business landscape alongside accounting-related skills can further enhance promotability. Additionally, an Accounting Specialization may appeal to those who already have a background in accounting and intend to sit for the CPA exam or take classes for CPA credits.
Before students may pursue the Accounting specialization, they must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Obtain approval by 糖心Vlog’s School of Accounting:
- Meet one-on-one with an advisor
- Undergo academic record review
- Have an undergraduate degree in accounting or taxation (*if not, student must satisfy all specialization prerequisites first).
After acceptance into the Accounting specialization, students select a total of six (6) classes (18 credits) of ACG or TAX courses designated to meet the specialization requirements:
- Required: Two courses (6 credits) of the Accounting specific courses below replace Core-curriculum courses:
- Advanced Information Systems (ACG 6475) replaces Management of Information Systems and Technology (ISM 6026)
- Advanced Financial Reporting (ACG 6138) replaces Advanced Analysis of Accounting Data (ACG 6315)
Students pursuing the Accounting specialization fulfill the remaining 12 credit (4 course) elective requirement by choosing from a list of nearly 30 Accounting or Tax courses to be provided after acceptance into specialization (please note: ACG 6027, ACG 6137, ACG 6347 and ACG 6635 and accounting courses at the 5000-level are not acceptable for the Accounting specialization). Elective course offerings vary by semester. Courses may be offered online or on-campus.
This innovative program is designed to equip business leaders with the knowledge and skills to thrive in today’s AI-driven economy. The revolution is AI. Make it your career to lead it. 糖心Vlog’s MBA in AI program integrates advanced AI concepts into the MBA curriculum, preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing business landscape. Organizations increasingly expect employees to apply AI tools effectively, and this concentration ensures students are ready to meet that demand.
The MBA in AI prepares you to lead in an AI-driven economy—where competitive advantage comes from translating emerging technologies into scalable business results. This concentration brings advanced AI concepts into the MBA core, giving you the breadth of a management degree and the depth to steward AI initiatives across functions.
Why MBA in AI at 糖心Vlog
- Business-first approach: Master AI through the lens of product strategy, operations, marketing, finance, and economics—not just algorithms—so you can champion initiatives that matter to the business.
- Hands-on learning: Practice planning and governing AI projects, adapting commercial AI tools (including low-code/no-code), and producing reproducible, data-driven work.
- Cross-functional relevance: Electives span analytics, digital marketing, social & web data, accounting applications, economics, and finance—so you can tailor AI skills to your role and industry.
- Career-ready skills: Build capabilities in opportunity sizing, solution design, model deployment oversight, risk management, ethics, and change leadership.
Executive MBA - Weekends
- Every Third Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM
- 23 months (including semester breaks)
- GMAT/GRE exam scores are not required for qualified applicants
- Minimum 5 Years of professional and managerial experience recommended
- Full service, administrative support allows uninterrupted schedules
Professional MBA - Weeknights
- Tuesday & Thursday Evenings, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- 23 months (including semester breaks)
- GMAT/GRE exam scores are not required for qualified applicants
- 4 Years of Work Experience Recommended
- Full service, administrative support allows uninterrupted schedules
Online MBA - Fully Online
- Fully Online MBA
- 16 - 23 months (including semester breaks)
- GMAT/GRE exam scores are not required for qualified applicants
- 4 Years of Work Experience Recommended
- Full service, administrative support allows uninterrupted schedules
The Artificial Intelligence Concentration: Students electing the Artificial Intelligence concentration complete the basic MBA core courses plus four specialized courses. The concentration requires two mandatory courses. Additionally, students must select two courses from the list of electives below.
Two Required Courses:
Managing Artificial Intelligence Product Development (ISM 6426) 3 credits
This course introduces students to the practical methodologies of managing the development cycle of artificial intelligence-based applications and services to enhance business success. By managing, designing and developing AI-native as well as adapting commercial applications that support low-code/no-code tools, the participants acquire the necessary knowledge to explore opportunities for automation using AI and to acquire applied knowledge of managing the AI product development and deployment.
Business Innovation with Artificial Intelligence (ISM 6427C) 3 credits
Students gain a business perspective of artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies as drivers of innovation in businesses. They learn how AI is used in practice across organizations and industries, how to plan, manage and maintain AI projects, and how to address the AI challenges and implications for the organization and society.
Elective Courses - select two
Advanced Accounting Applications of Data Analytics (ACG 6496) 3 credits
Data, data, data. It’s everywhere! Have you ever wondered how data analytics could analyze REAL auditing, forensic accounting and financial statement issues? If so, this is the class for you. Hands-on exercises combined with fundamental data concepts to put you ahead of the game.
Introduction to Business Analytics and Big Data (ISM 6404) 3 credits
This course provides an understanding of the business intelligence and business analytics processes and techniques used in transforming data to knowledge and value in organizations. Students also develop skills in analyzing data using generally available tools, e.g., Excel.
Social Media and Web Analytics (ISM 6555) 3 credits
Covers concepts and techniques for retrieving, exploring, visualizing and analyzing social network and social media data, website usage and clickstream data. Students learn to use key metrics to assess goals and return on investment and perform social network analysis to identify important social actors, subgroups and network properties in social media.
Digital Marketing (MAR 6735) 3 credits
Applied exploration of digital marketing strategy and implementation, including website design, search engine optimization, online advertising, web analytics, email marketing, mobile marketing, social media marketing, content creation, and online reputation management.
AI and Marketing – A Behavioral Science Perspective (MAR 6746) 3 credits
This course takes a behavioral science perspective, re. the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Marketing. It identifies behavioral and managerial insights that might help companies thrive in the age of AI. This is a non-technical course. No coding or data science skills are required. This is also a hands-on course, requiring substantial participation by way of creating custom GPTs, presentations on important AI-related topics, development of a lifelong AI-learning plan etc.
AI and Machine Learning for Economics and Business Decision-Making (ECO 6445) 3 credits
This course explores how big data, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML) are transforming economics and business decision-making. Students will learn how economics provides a framework for applying these tools in business decision-making and policy analysis, while gaining hands-on experience with AI tools such as ChatGPT and software like Stata to produce reproducible, project-based work. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to apply economic reasoning and data-driven tools to strengthen decision-making in today’s technology-driven business environment.
The course provides an overview of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) methods applied in the financial sector, particularly in the investment management and financial services industries with an emphasis on the role of these methods in investment strategies and portfolio management, risk management, and financial decision making.
The demand for the number of U.S. employees trained in data science and analytics is expected to reach 2.7 million by 2020 (source: Forbes).
Collecting, processing, storing and extracting valuable actionable knowledge from data are now imperatives for businesses to stay competitive. Expertise in deciphering relevant data, analyzing it to uncover trends and recognize patterns, translating the analysis into valuable insights about performance and processes, and using it to make informed strategic decisions is in high demand across industries.
A specialization in Business Analytics expands student skills and knowledge in emerging technologies, current trends in business intelligence, and tools for analytics to equips students with knowledge in data mining and predictive analysis, business intelligence and Big Data, visualization, text mining, and web mining, social media and web analytics, clickstream data, and data management and analysis mastery using Excel.
Students who choose a Business Analytics specialization select courses from the list below, or other approved Special Topics courses to fulfill the 12 credit (4 course) elective requirement. Elective course offerings vary by semester. Courses may be offered online or on-campus.
*Certain specializations may vary in cost and schedule from the enrolled program (e.g. some specializations may be only available online or require class attendance outside of the regularly scheduled program times, such as on the weekends).
Data Mining and Predictive Analytics (ISM 6136)
Introduces the core concepts of data mining (DM) and its techniques, implementation and benefits. Identifies industry branches that most benefit from DM, such as retail, target marketing, fraud protection, health care and science, and web and e-commerce. Detailed case studies and using leading mining tools on real data are presented.
Database Management Systems (ISM 6217)
Development of well-formed databases to manage data from initial database design to implementation and query. Applies database management tools and techniques such as data security for use in businesses and government. Available only to graduate students lacking an undergraduate course in database management systems.
Introduction to Business Analytics and Big Data (ISM 6404)
Provides an understanding of the business intelligence and business analytics processes and techniques used in transforming data to knowledge and value in organizations. Students also develop skills in analyzing data using generally available tools, e.g. Excel.
Advanced Business Analytics (ISM 6405)
An in-depth examination of business analytics methods of visualization, data mining, text mining and web mining, using various analytical tools. In a laboratory setting, investigates applications for smaller firms.
Social Media and Web Analytics (ISM 6555)
Covers concepts and techniques for retrieving, exploring, visualizing and analyzing social network and social media data, website usage and clickstream data. Learn to use key metrics to assess goals and return on investment and perform social network analysis to identify important social actors, subgroups and network properties in social media.
Data Management and Analysis with Excel (QMB 6303)
Solve research and business problems by leveraging the most powerful productivity tool, Excel. Curation, management, analysis, and visualization of information and data are covered by using PowerView, Vlookup, charts, pivot tables, scenarios, functions, macro programming etc.
Supply Chain Analytics (QMB 6616)
Develops skills in modeling and optimization techniques for the analysis of strategic, tactical and operational supply chain problems. Problems range from inventory management, distribution planning and facility location to risk management and global sourcing.
A Finance specialization gives students a competitive edge and prepares them for success in financial positions in this high-demand industry. Financial managers are not only responsible for maintaining an organization’s financial health, they also need to possess the skills to provide financial analysis, create and present financial reports, and plan and execute strategies for long-term financial success.
Students who choose the Finance specialization select courses from the list below, or other approved Special Topics courses to fulfill the 12 credit (4 course) elective requirement. Elective course offerings vary by semester. Courses may be offered online or on-campus.
*Certain specializations may vary in cost and schedule from the enrolled program (e.g. some specializations may be only available online or require class attendance outside of the regularly scheduled program times, such as on the weekends).
Mergers and Acquisitions (MAN 6931)
Introduces and overviews mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and other restructuring activities. Topics covered include M&A environment, regulatory environment, corporate takeover market, M&A valuation and modeling, alternative business and restructuring strategies and financing M&A deals.
Advanced Monetary Economics (ECO 6716)
Discusses in-depth the balance of payments, exchange rates and the international monetary system and stabilization policies in open economies. Emphasis on the integrated analysis of modern international finance and open-economy macroeconomics. It also presents a broad overview of exchange rate, markets and policy, monetary policy, economic integration, currency unions, and global financial crises. Emphasis on the connection between Fed and ECB policies and economic growth with a focus on emerging and developing economies.
Financial Markets (FIN 6246)
Provides both a practical and a concept-oriented treatment of the mechanics of financial markets and institutions. Examines decision-making in financial markets and the role of both short-term and long-term financial markets in the process of capital formation and allocation. Gives a thorough understanding of the financial system by examining the role of financial institutions, instruments, interest rates, central banks and government agencies in today’s market. Emphasizes how the participants in financial markets manage interest rate risk and examines factors affecting interest rates and prices in the money, savings, and capital markets.
Analysis of Financial Statements (ACG 6175)
Analyzes accounting data for purposes of auditing, fraud detection, credit and investment decisions, including bankruptcy prediction models and earnings-based equity valuation. Course emphasizes the analysis, interpretation, and reporting of financial accounting data. Curriculum includes using Bloomberg and other databases.
Multinational Finance (FIN 6605)
Discusses financial management for international companies. Sources of funds, capital structure, investment strategies, monetary exchange problems and governmental constraints on firms operating in more than one nation are discussed.
Real Estate Investment Analysis/ Real Estate Seminar (REE 6305)
Discusses real estate investment from an applied perspective. Course covers basic methodologies and procedures employed in real estate investing: real estate valuation and valuation paradigm, present and future value, solving for interest rate and time, annuities, relevant cash flows, perpetuity (present value, convergence, no-growth, and constant growth), real estate contracts, contract law, deriving CAP rates, REITS, roles of brokers (licensing laws, listing agreements, agency duties, contract brokers), mortgage mechanics and refinancing, and loan evaluation, pricing, and borrower underwriting.
*Course only offered during summer semesters.
NON-DEGREE OPTION:
- Can be taken to earn credit on transcripts (as a non-degree seeking student) or as a
- Offered fully online
- No immunization holds
- Financial aid not usually awarded for non-degree
- SUBMIT NON- DEGREE APPLICATION
- Pay the $30.00 application fee online
- Check 糖心Vlog email. Students will be notified by email once the application has been processed.
- Non-degree seeking students are enrolled for the course by Program Coordinator
• Accounting
• Artificial Intelligence
• Business Analytics
• Finance
• Health Administration
• Hospitality and Tourism Management
• International Business
• Management Information Systems
• Marketing
• Operations Management
*Certain specializations may vary in cost and schedule from the enrolled program (e.g. some specializations may be only available online or require class attendance outside of the regularly scheduled program times, such as on the weekends).
Alongside the aging U.S. baby boomer population, whose active lifestyles are extending life expectancies, the demand for professionals to meet their healthcare needs is also increasing. A specialization in Health Administration prepares students to provide leadership, vision, and management for healthcare facilities such as hospitals, physician offices, group medical practices, home health care agencies, outpatient clinics, and nursing care providers.
Students who pursue a Health Administration specialization select courses from the list below, or other approved Special Topics courses to fulfill the 12 credit (4 course) elective requirement. Elective course offerings vary by semester. Courses may be offered online or on campus.
*Certain specializations may vary in cost and schedule from the enrolled program (e.g. some specializations may be only available online or require class attendance outside of the regularly scheduled program times, such as on the weekends).
Introduction to Health Care Systems (HSA 6103) – 3 credits
Introduces students to the field of health services administration and to the responsibilities of managers of health care organizations. Includes the analysis of both the history and the structure of health delivery systems.
Healthcare Finance (HSA 6175) – 3 credits
Students are introduced to the public and private sources of payment for health care in the U.S. Includes Medicare, Medicaid, managed care options and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Organizational Behavior in Healthcare (HSA 6118) – 3 credits
Study of internal operations of healthcare organizations varying from hospitals to nursing homes, outpatient clinics, and assisted living facilities. Examine issues such as physician credentialing, utilization review, quality of clinical care, and accreditation of services.
Planning and Marketing in Healthcare (HSA 6108) – 3 credits
Study of the rapidly evolving U.S. healthcare market and its impact on the structure and functions of healthcare organizations. Examines changing patient demographics such as population aging, technological developments in such areas as pharmaceuticals, and government regulation of patient care.
Health Policy (HSA 6152) – 3 credits
An examination of the process of formulating and implementing health policy. Emphasis is on the utilization of health services research in the policy formulation process at the federal level.
Health Law (HSA 6425) – 3 credits
A comprehensive examination of health law issues affecting healthcare providers. Reviews case law decisions, statutes, and regulations involving such issues as patient care liability, malpractice, workmen's compensation, and legal responsibilities of health professionals.
Quality Management in Healthcare (HSA 6385) – 3 credits
This course is an introduction to Healthcare Management in Healthcare. It provides healthcare students the knowledge and skills that form the foundational platform of dependable, high quality job performance required by members of healthcare teams in various healthcare settings. Other major topics include: utilization management, risk management, case management, and reliability science.
Healthcare Operations (HSA 6937) – 3 credits
This course provides a foundation on which to develop such competencies. The course introduces students to fundamental Operations Management principles in the healthcare services context. Students will learn to recognize, diagnose, design, and apply operations concepts to create new and improve existing delivery systems. These concepts include operations strategy, process management, lean six sigma quality, patient satisfaction, patient safety, supply chain management, and innovation.
Intro to Business Analytics and Big Data (ISM 6404) – 3 credits
This course provides an understanding of the business intelligence and business analytics processes and techniques used in transforming data into knowledge and value in organizations. Students also develop skills in analyzing data using generally available tools, e.g., Excel.
Leadership Boot Camp (Optional) – 1 credit
Students in the MBA now have the option of completing our Health Administration Leadership Bootcamp course, which is a one-credit immersive experience offered during the program, in the Spring semester. The bootcamp is designed to teach critical leadership skills through practical experience, preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of providing quality healthcare in the 21st century. By inviting a cadre of industry leaders form multiple healthcare disciplines, you will be exposed to current information, trends, and expertise from professionals who are leading the way in their respective healthcare settings.

Hospitality and tourism is the world's largest service industry with managerial needs and opportunities across a vast variety of segments: resorts, restaurants, private clubs, meeting and event planning corporations, destination marketing organizations, casinos, theme parks, sport facilities, entertainment venues, and many more.
A Hospitality and Tourism Management specialization prepares students to become service industry leaders ready to join the thriving local, regional and global hospitality network. 糖心Vlog faculty possess extensive industry experience and continually update curriculum with real-world scenarios to meet current industry demands. Students explore key competencies relevant to hospitality-specific management roles: marketing-management issues, theories on customer, competitor, and core organizational capabilities; advanced managerial perspectives in guest services (including service operations management and strategies for competitive excellence); and operational excellence in event and meeting planning.
Students who choose a Hospitality and Tourism Management specialization select courses from the list below, or other approved Special Topics courses to fulfill the 12 credit (4 course) elective requirement. Elective course offerings vary by semester. Courses may be offered online or on-campus.
*Certain specializations may vary in cost and schedule from the enrolled program (e.g. some specializations may be only available online or require class attendance outside of the regularly scheduled program times, such as on the weekends).
HMG 6299: Hospitality Operations: A Case Approach
Examines operations of hospitality management businesses using critical case analysis approach; reviews multiple industry segments (resorts, casinos, airlines, restaurants, etc.).
HMG 6506: Contemporary Issues in Hospitality Marketing
Offers an advanced examination of services marketing and management within the context of the hospitality industry. Discusses marketing-management issues specific to hospitality and covers theories related to customer, competitor and core organizational capabilities.
HMG 6546: Strategies for Excellence in Guest Service Management
Explores the provision and management of guest service in the hospitality industry from an advanced managerial perspective. Covers service operations management from an integrated viewpoint with a focus on the overarching goal of competitive excellence.
HMG 6756: Meetings and Events Management
Investigates the events industry using an advanced managerial perspective. Examines the structure of the events industry, its global economic impact, the various protocols and procedures in event delivery and the challenges facing today’s executives with strategies for operational excellence.
HMG 6901: Directed Independent Study (DIS) in Hospitality Management (Instructor permission needed)
Supports students in developing an advanced-level research project within the hospitality industry. Students may develop a review of literature on a specific hospitality topic or perform applied research. Design of topic and project done in concert with course professor.
An International Business specialization prepares students to succeed in the fast-paced global landscape whether working in positions in the U.S. that require international expertise, in expatriate assignments with globally established corporations, or in short-term international consulting jobs. This specialization offers a variety of topics for students to choose from:
- Develop a global business operations perspective
- Identify management issues, risks and opportunities in emerging environments
- Handle international mergers and acquisitions
- Work with IT service providers and infrastructures
- Knowledge of the international monetary system and stabilization policies in open economies
- Understand multinational finance
- Incorporate global marketing strategies
- Assess and develop leadership
- Learn cross-cultural management
The optional international field study abroad course offers students a global business immersion experience where they can observe and explore firsthand the conditions and challenges U.S. organizations navigate when operating internationally.
Students who choose the International Business specialization select courses from the list below, or other approved Special Topics courses to fulfill the 12 credit (4 course) elective requirement. Elective course offerings vary by semester. Courses may be offered online or on-campus.
*Certain specializations may vary in cost and schedule from the enrolled program (e.g. some specializations may be only available online or require class attendance outside of the regularly scheduled program times, such as on the weekends).
International Business Operations (MAN 6614)
Introduces the institutions, activities, and problems involved in conducting international business. Addresses international issues in each of the functional areas.
Managing Effectively in Emerging Markets (MAN 6728)
Examines management issues and approaches to handling opportunities and risks in the major emerging markets.
Mergers and Acquisitions (MAN 6931)
Provides an introduction and an overview of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and other restructuring activities. Topics covered include M&A environment, regulatory environment, corporate takeover market, M&A valuation and modeling, alternative business and restructuring strategies and financing M&A deals.
Information Technology Sourcing Management (ISM 6509)
Assists students in developing the knowledge and skills needed to work with IT service providers and processes. IT focuses on the concepts and methods associated with designing, planning, and contracting for IT infrastructure and applications.
Advanced Monetary Economics (ECO 6716)
Discusses in-depth the balance of payments, exchange rates and the international monetary system and stabilization policies in open economies. Emphasis on the integrated analysis of modern international finance and open-economy macroeconomics. It also presents a broad overview of exchange rate, markets and policy, monetary policy, economic integration, currency unions, and global financial crises. The connection between Fed and ECB policies and economic growth is emphasized, with a focus on emerging and developing economies.
Multinational Finance (FIN 6605)
Discusses financial management for international companies. Sources of funds, capital structure, investment strategies, monetary exchange problems and governmental constraints on firms operating in more than one nation are discussed.
Global Marketing (MAR 6158)
Emphasizes applied research and analysis, the Internet, and economic geography and addresses elements of global marketing strategy such as prices, distribution, and promotion and the implementation of such.
Global Leadership Assessment and Development (MAN 6899)
Employs reviews of publications on leadership, self-leadership and career development to understand requirements for leadership and career planning that may be global in scope. Rigorous leadership, career assessment, coaching and mentoring opportunities are provided to help students understand and develop leadership potential and develop a five-year career plan.
Cross Cultural Management (MAN 6609)
Discusses national culture as it affects social processes and human resource practices in international businesses. Addresses international issues in overseas workforce management, expatriate management, and negotiation.
International Field Study Tour (GEB 6957)
Combines intensive study of selected foreign nations with travel abroad to observe and investigate firsthand the political, economic and administrative conditions encountered by American firms in foreign countries. Briefings by business firms, universities, government agencies. Requires student to travel abroad as part of requirement for the course.
A specialization in Management Information Systems provides students with a knowledge of aligning information and communication technologies and systems with business activities: launching and managing web-based businesses, managing Information Technology (IT) projects and information security efforts, coordinating and servicing other business functions as well as understanding IT infrastructure and applications and working with IT service providers and processes.
Students who choose a Management Information Systems specialization select courses from the list below, or other approved Special Topics courses to fulfill the 12 credit (4 course) elective requirement. Elective course offerings vary by semester. Courses may be offered online or on-campus.
*Certain specializations may vary in cost and schedule from the enrolled program (e.g. some specializations may be only available online or require class attendance outside of the regularly scheduled program times, such as on the weekends).
Web-Based Business Development (ISM 6508)
Develops skills for launching and managing web-based businesses. Students complete a business plan for starting an online business of their choice. Additional topics include evaluating current web-based business opportunities, online entrepreneurship, web-based venture financing and e-business operations.
Information Technology Project and Change Management (ISM 6316)
Addresses key issues in managing information technology projects through a study of the project life cycle. Topics include planning and control, risk management, change management, portfolio management, and the use of project management software.
Management of Information Assurance and Security (ISM 6328)
Introduces students to the various technical and administrative aspects of information security. Emphasis is on the management of information security efforts.
Data Management & Analysis with Excel (QMB 6303)
Solve research and business problems by leveraging the most powerful productivity tool, Excel. Curation, management, analysis, and visualization of information and data are covered by using PowerView, Vlookup, charts, pivot tables, scenarios, functions, macro programming etc.
Information Technology Sourcing Management (ISM 6509)
Assists students in developing the knowledge and skills needed to work with IT service providers and processes. IT focuses on the concepts and methods associated with designing, planning, and contracting for IT infrastructure and applications.
Successfully marketing goods and services is essential for companies seeking to establish, maintain, and grow their market share. An MBA with a specialization in Marketing prepares students for a variety of marketing, marketing-related and even non-marketing specific positions, such as consulting, starting a small business.
Students who pursue a Marketing specialization select courses from the list below, or other approved Special Topics courses to fulfill the 12 credit (4 course) elective requirement. Elective course offerings vary by semester. Courses may be offered online or on-campus.
*Certain specializations may vary in cost and schedule from the enrolled program (e.g. some specializations may be only available online or require class attendance outside of the regularly scheduled program times, such as on the weekends).
Brand and Reputation Management (MAR 6933)
Examines both brand and reputation theory and practice. Focuses on the management of brand equity (i.e. the added value endowed to a brand as a result of past marketing activities) and how managers can gain competitive advantage by differentiating their product and service offerings and their organizations. Covers how to develop a brand strategy, how to design and implement brand management tactics, how to measure and interpret brand performance, and how to grow and sustain brand equity.
Digital Marketing (MAR 6933)
Introduces students to applied digital marketing including Web Design, Web Analytics, SEO (off site/on site), Paid Search, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Social Media and Reputation Management. Discusses strategies for improving the online presence of any company or person.
Global Marketing (MAR 6158)
Emphasizes applied research and analysis, the Internet, and economic geography. Discusses evaluating consumer and competitive research to determine which segments to target. Addresses elements of global marketing strategy such as prices, distribution, and promotion and implementation.
Advertising and Personal Selling (MAR 6933)
Explores the deep inner workings of the advertising field and the of the art of persuasion. Examines advertising as an art, science and skill set and presents related skills of developing and promulgating a following and establishing your presence in an organization.
Marketing Research Methods (MAR 6616)
Overviews marketing information systems concepts, marketing research techniques, and decision theory applications to marketing problems.
B2B Marketing Strategy (MAR 6456)
Examines the marketing of goods and services to organizations. Provides an in-depth understanding of issues such as product development, pricing, and buyer behavior.
Developing and Marketing Innovations (MAR 6837)
Covers the key challenges encountered in developing an innovation and creating its marketing plan. Prepares students to undertake leadership roles as managers or entrepreneurs in the area of product/service innovation.
Strategic Brand Management (MAR 6916)
Focuses on the management of brand equity, i.e., the added value endowed to a brand as a result of past marketing activities. Covers how to develop a brand strategy, how to design and implement brand management tactics, how to measure and interpret brand performance, and how to grow and sustain brand equity.
Analytics for Marketing Decisions (MAR 6933)
Provides an introduction to marketing analytics. Overviews various tools for generating marketing insights from empirical data in such areas as segmentation, targeting and positioning, satisfaction management, customer lifetime analysis, customer choice, and product and price decisions using conjoint analysis.
Market Research & Digital Analytics (MAR 6933)
Explores the fundamentals of market research and provides information on the steps used by professionals when conducting market research, including defining the research objective, qualitative and quantitative research, data analysis and communicating results, with a focus on digital data intelligence. Teaches application of tools and techniques of digital marketing analytics and the uses of big data. Prepares students to conduct professional-level research needed in today’s business environments and identify the usefulness of research conducted by others.
Organizations in today’s competitive business landscape need to know how to best leverage their resources to maximize the quality and delivery of products or services with the most cost-effective strategies. An Operations Management specialization equips students with the knowledge to identify operational issues, recognize areas for improvement in business processes, establish a culture for implementing new processes improvement efforts and measure initiative effectiveness. Skills in web-based business development along with a foundation in sourcing and supply chain management prepare students for success as operations managers, project management consultants, or in launching and managing their own businesses.
Students who choose an Operations Management specialization select courses from the list below, or other approved Special Topics courses to fulfill the 12 credit (4 course) elective requirement. Elective course offerings vary by semester. Courses may be offered online or on-campus.
*Certain specializations may vary in cost and schedule from the enrolled program (e.g. some specializations may be only available online or require class attendance outside of the regularly scheduled program times, such as on the weekends).
Business Process Improvement (MAN 6525) - REQUIRED FOR CONCENTRATION
Prepares students to provide leadership in shaping a culture for business process improvement initiatives within an organization and determine the effectiveness of improvement initiatives such as Six Sigma Quality, Process Capability, Process Control, Business Process Re-engineering and Service Quality.
Project Management (MAN 6581) - REQUIRED FOR CONCENTRATION
Provides a strong foundation in the planning and control of projects. Addresses specific operational issues related to projects in areas such as process re-engineering, new product development, enterprise resource planning, and software development are addressed. Other topics included are project risk management, critical chain project management, contingency planning, and the balanced scoreboard.
Supply Chain Management (MAN 6596) - REQUIRED FOR CONCENTRATION
Provides an understanding of key issues, mechanics, and developments in sourcing and managing the supply chain, which is the connected network of all of the value activities that plan, control, and supply interim and finished product services to customers.
To fulfill the Operations Management concentration, students will have to take the three courses listed above. In addition, students must select and complete one of the courses below. Offerings will vary based on availability.
Web-Based Business Development (ISM 6508)
Develops skills for launching and managing web-based businesses. Students complete a business plan for starting an online business of their choice. Additional topics include evaluating current web-based business opportunities, online entrepreneurship, web-based venture financing and e-business operations.
Blockchain and Digital Business Transformation (ISM 6455)
Digital transformations are encompassing all organizations, business sectors, and society. Course provides a critical understanding of transformative technological innovations, such as Blockchain, and their wide-ranging impact. Learn trends in technology innovation, business strategies, cryptocurrencies, and Bitcoin. Understand business applications of Blockchain for Finance, Supply Chain Management and various business and government sectors. Learn to identify opportunities for digital business transformation.
Developing and Marketing Innovations (MAR 6837)
Covers the key challenges encountered in developing an innovation and creating its marketing plan. Prepares students to undertake leadership roles as managers or entrepreneurs in the area of product/service innovation.
Data Analysis for Managers (QMB 6603)
The course develops students' knowledge of exploratory data analysis, probability theory and distributions, sampling, inferential statistics, and linear regression. Students develop and demonstrate knowledge of statistical functions of office suite spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel) and specialized statistical software (e.g., Minitab) functions. Learning opportunities are created in which students employ critical thinking skills to analyze and solve business problems using statistical techniques, and to build multiple regression models using software.
Supply Chain Analytics (QMB 6616)
Develops skills in modeling and optimization techniques for the analysis of strategic, tactical and operational supply chain problems. Problems range from inventory management, distribution planning and facility location to risk management and global sourcing.
OMHA LEADERSHIP BOOTCAMP
The Online MHA Leadership Bootcamp is a specialized course where students experience specific skills-based lectures from industry experts. These innovative graduate courses are designed to help students develop a personal strategy that enables them to leverage their degree for future professional success.
These courses are lead by a wide range of executives from various business disciplines, where they provide invaluable knowledge, propelling students to elevated levels of mastery. Students gain immediately applicable abilities and gain exposure to thought-leaders and change-makers who are influential in their trade and networks. Many of these industry leaders also become mentors for our students and provide valuable networking opportunities for their career growth.
Thank you to each of the leaders listed below. Their knowledge and wisdom help our students achieve future success in our program and upon graduation.
Adjunct Faculty, 糖心Vlog Executive Education
Chief Executive Officer, Artemis Synergies Consulting
Professor Rudy Molinet earned his Master of Public Health in Health Administration with honors from Columbia University and his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Hunter College, City University of New York, graduating with honors. He is board-certified in healthcare management as a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. He is an Executive Coach in private practice and an Adjunct Professor at 糖心Vlog, College of Business, Executive Programs where he teaches leadership to Professional MBA, Sport MBA, and Executive Master of Health Administration students.
Professor Molinet brings 37 years of senior health care management experience and C-Suite level experience in operations, marketing and sales, strategic planning and board development in a variety of healthcare settings. These included non-profit and for-profit healthcare organizations, Home Healthcare, Specialty Pharmacy, Hospice, Home Infusion, Outpatient Mental Health, Inpatient Mental Health, Physician Practices, Urgent Care and several businesses that he founded.
Professor Molinet serves as Chief Executive Officer of Artemis Synergies, Inc., a Healthcare Consulting and Executive Coaching firm. Prior to consulting, he served as Executive Vice President for Stadtlander's/CVS-ProCare Pharmacy, a national specialty pharmacy specializing in the care of people living with HIV, Infertility and Organ Transplants. He has served on several non-profit boards in many roles including President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Board Member. He is a graduate of Leadership Miami and has received several awards for his advocacy work in equality, social justice and children's issues.
Mark Doyle, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Holy Cross Health
Mark Doyle was named president and CEO of Holy Cross Health, a member of Trinity Health, in June of 2020.
A member of the South Florida community for more than 15 years, Mark was previously CEO of Memorial Hospital Pembroke Pines. He has also held executive positions at Broward General Medical Center (now Broward Health) and Tenet Healthcare System's Florida Medical Center.
Mark earned his bachelor's degree in business administration and management from Miami University in Ohio and his Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Under Mark’s transformational leadership, Holy Cross Health was named a Best Hospital for 2020-21 by U.S. News & World Report and was recognized on Newsweek’s annual list of World’s Best Hospitals for 2020 and Best-In-State Hospital in Florida.
Tianika Holland, MBA
Senior Director of Provider Strategy
Florida Blue
Tianika Holland is a dynamic and experienced Managed Care Executive. As Senior Director of Provider Strategy for Florida Blue Medicare, she is responsible for developing and implementing strategy to position the plan for bold membership growth and as a payor of choice for Medicare Advantage membership in Florida. Additionally, she is accountable for the long-term success of key assets, anchors, and strategic partnerships statewide and leads a team of Network professionals that deliver Strategic Account Management, Clinical and Operational improvements
Prior to joining Florida Blue, Ms. Holland served 20 years in various Network Development roles at Humana, Inc. locally, regionally, and nationally, which facilitated the company’s successful track under Value Based models of care.
The Miami native earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Miami and Master’s in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University.
Richard Klass, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
2CY, Inc. (Founder)/KCI Partners, Inc. (Co-Founder)
Richard Klass has 30 years of strategic/business planning, market research, and management consulting experience. He has facilitated strategic planning processes, developed business plans, improved operations and management effectiveness, managed complex primary market research projects, and executed big data analytic projects in every major health care setting including hospitals, high technology medical devices, bioscience organizations, managed care organizations, not-for-profit agencies, medical practices, life care/retirement developments, and associations. He has also worked in both domestic and international settings.
Mr. Klass received his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in business administration from the University of Miami. Since then, he has published two books: Strategic Planning in the Real World and The Physicians Business Manual, and contributed (~30) to professional journals and newspapers. He also serves as the President of the American Marketing Association (Miami Chapter).
Julé Frechette, BS-Health Policy & Management
Executive Director, Pediatrics
Atrius Health, Boston, MA
Julé Frechette is the Executive Director of Pediatrics at Atrius Health. Julé completed her Bachelor of Science in Health Policy and Management at Providence College and is currently working on her Master of Clinical Service Operations at Harvard Medical School. During her 25 year Health Care Operations career, Julé has served in various leadership roles for Toledo Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Mass General Hospital/ Mass General Hospital for Children, Tufts Medical Center and Southern New Hampshire Medical Center. Julé’s areas of professional interests include business development and strategy, value based care, population health management, efficient design of operational workflows and service line development.
Lincoln Mendez, MHSA, BSMT
Chief Executive Officer
Boca Raton Regional Hospital/Baptist Health
Lincoln Mendez is the President and CEO of Boca Raton Regional Hospital/Baptist Health. Prior to that, he was the CEO at South Miami/ Baptist Hospital.
Lincoln holds a Master’s degree in Health Administration Degree from Florida International University and both a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology from Southern Adventist University.
He currently serves on the Board of the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, the South Florida Hospital and Healthcare Association, the Boca Raton Innovation Center and the Consortium Board of the 糖心Vlog Schmidt College of Medicine Medical School program.
Lincoln served as Past Chairman of the Board of the South Florida Hospital and Healthcare Association and is currently a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and the Orange Bowl Committee. He is a transformational leader who serves as a mentor for many of our fellow Owls and is a frequent contributor to our Executive MHA program.
Paola Pouponneau-Nisbett, MSW, MBA
Palm Beach PACE Executive Director, MorseLife
Adjunct Professor, 糖心Vlog College of Business, Executive Education
Paola Pouponneau-Nisbett has over twenty years of experience in the mental health, healthcare and long-term care industries and currently serves as the Executive Director of the Palm Beach Pace Program for MorseLife.
Paola’s most extensive level of service has been with the senior population in long-term care. Her career in the Long-Term Care Industry expanded when she joined the Morselife Health Systems family in the summer of 2009, where she managed a great team of social workers, controlling budgets and maximizing operational efficiency.
Paola received her MBA in Health Care Administration from 糖心Vlog (Go Owls!) and her Master of Social Work from Barry University. Using her leadership skills, she has successfully been able to grow the program throughout Palm Beach County by serving qualified vulnerable seniors. Paola has served on the 糖心Vlog Executive MHA Adjunct Faculty since 2018 where she teaches a course on long-term care.
Peter Powers, MBA FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
Memorial Regional Hospital
Peter Powers is the CEO of Memorial Regional Hospital. He previously served as the CEO of St. Anthony Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center in Denver, Colorado.
Peter holds a Bachelor of Public Affairs with a minor in Business and Sociology from Indiana University as well as a Master of Business Administration from The University of Sydney (Australia). He is Board Certified in Healthcare Administration as a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) one of the most prestigious designations of his profession. Peter has served on the Red Rocks Community College Advisory Board, Jefferson County Economic Development Commission Board of Directors and the American Heart Association Executive Committee.
He is currently a member of Leadership Broward and the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Outside of work, Peter enjoys spending time with wife, Irina, and children, Ivan and Mila, along with mixed martial arts, endurance sports and reading.
Rene Zipper, MBA FACHE
Vice President of Growth
Waystar Health
With more than 25 years of Healthcare experience in South Florida, Rene Zipper has established herself in the healthcare consulting and client management field.
Rene Zipper was the founding president of the Miami chapter of the National Association for Female Executives. Rene has served as President for Women’s Healthcare Executive Network. Rene has been active with the South Florida Healthcare Executive Network for the last 12 years, and is a past President. Rene is committed to serve our local healthcare community.
Rene Zipper is currently the Vice President of Growth at Waystar. Waystar in a healthcare company specializing in Revenue Cycle Management. Rene spent 10 years with Press Ganey and Associates, as the President of New Business & Enterprise Sales and Mid-Market Client Management. Rene has had other leadership roles in the healthcare industry with companies such as EverHealth, Hill-Rom, Johnson and Johnson and General Electric (GE) Medical division.
Rene’s undergraduate degree is in Finance and Marketing from the University of Miami and she has her MBA in Healthcare from Florida International University.
Rene is a published contributing author of a book titled: “Corporate Bold.” Rene also has her Six Sigma Green Belt certification. Rene is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, and currently serves as an industry expert for the MHA program at 糖心Vlog.
Rene lives in Weston, Florida with her husband Adam and Blaze their Miniature Labradoodle. Their 21-year-old son Jacob, is currently attending The Georgia Institute for Technology.
Dr. Sandra Severe, PhD, MPH
Chief Operating Officer
Jackson Memorial Hospital - Jackson Health
Marie Sandra Severe, Ph.D., MPH is the Chief Operating Officer at Jackson Memorial Hospital, a division of Jackson Health System in Miami, FL. As a member of Jackson Memorial Hospital’s executive team, she oversees the support services division which includes clinical engineering, plant operations, environmental services, food and nutrition services, and patient transport. During her tenure at Jackson Health System, she has served as Associate Vice President of Operations at Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital and Administrator of Jackson Community Mental Health Center.
Dr. Severe’s career in healthcare began at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital (formerly Miami Children’s Hospital) where she served as the Director of Operations and Operations Manager of Early Steps Southernmost Coast. Early Steps Southernmost Coast is a program that provides early intervention services for children birth through three years of age with special needs for the southern half of Miami-Dade through Monroe Counties.
Dr. Severe earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Spanish from the Newcomb College of Tulane University in New Orleans, LA and a Master of Public Health degree from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. She completed her doctorate in Public Health with a concentration in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention from FIU’s Stempel School of Public Health and Social Work.
She was selected as one of Legacy (formerly Success South Florida) Magazine’s “South Florida’s 2010 40 Under 40 Leaders of Today and Tomorrow.” She is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, United Way Young Leaders and Women United, and an avid volunteer for and supporter of various causes throughout the community.
Dr. Ramil Cabela, DBA, MBA, BSN, RN
Head, Safety Science Hematology & Cell Therapy
Bristol Myers Squibb
Dr. Ramil is a management practitioner who started his career as a critical care nurse in various New York hospitals. Using his clinical experience, he pivoted into the health insurance industry which led him to land scientific and management roles in the biopharmaceutical industry where he’s been in the last 20 years. He is currently Head of Safety Science Hematology and Cell Therapy at Bristol-Myers Squibb. With research interests in leadership and innovation, he earned a Doctor of Business Administration degree from the University of South Florida in 2018. He loves to play tennis, swim, sing, play the piano, and travel to new places every year with his wife who is a family medicine physician in NJ. Dr. Ramil is honored to participate in 糖心Vlog’s MBA Executive Forum panel discussion and the EMHA Leadership Bootcamp this year.
Annette Johnson, MS, CPC
Diversity and Inclusion Leader
Adjunct Faculty, 糖心Vlog College of Business, Executive Program
Annette Johnson is a facilitator, author, speaker and certified coach. She has designed and facilitated programs for thousands of people across the globe. Her programs encompass diversity and inclusion, employee dispute resolution, business ethics and human resource topics to help corporate, nonprofit, education and government organizations nurture healthy cultures. Annette works with women’s organizations in a powerful self-discovery process to empower confident, bold leadership. As an alumni-mentor for Women Unlimited, Inc., she has helped the next generation of women leaders develop skills and strengths they need to become top executives. In 2014 Annette founded The FLY Coach – Guiding Women to Lead & Soar and published her book, Forgive & Love Yourself. She hosts the YouTube podcast, Living in the Good Space. Annette holds an MS in Organizational Leadership. She is certified in 360 Degree Feedback, MBTI, Civic Reflection, Energy Leadership Index, Mediation and Conflict Resolution. Annette is married and has two daughters.
Dr. Denise Gravatt, DBA MA
Marketing and Content Developer & Instructor
糖心Vlog, College of Business, Executive Programs
Dr. Denise Gravatt is a multi-faceted communications specialist working across several 糖心Vlog College of Business departments including Executive Education and the College Communications Team since 2007. As an instructor, Denise teaches Communications Strategies for both MBA and Master of Accounting students (with customized communication courses for forensic accounting, digital accounting forensics and data analytics, and business valuation concentrations). She earned her Doctorate in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from the University of South Florida. Her research investigates digital marketing impact on the market outcomes in residential real estate. In her communications/marketing roles, she interviews our students, alumni, and business community partners, writes their engaging stories, and also provides strategic vision and editorial expertise across digital and print assets. In addition to her fulfilling work teaching and developing content, Denise is also passionate about networking and creating opportunities for students, alumni, staff, faculty and 糖心Vlog business partners to make meaningful connections. Currently, she oversees the college’s networking platform – 糖心Vlog Business Network!
Natoia Adella McGarrell, MBA
Strategic Account Manager
Natera, Inc.
Natoia is a seasoned sales executive with over 13 years Territory Management and Sales experience in the pharmaceutical and other healthcare industries.
Natoia currently serves as a Strategic Account Manager at Natera, Inc.
Natera is a global leader in providing DNA testing across multiple clinical areas including women's health, organ health, and oncology. Where some set out to build a test, they set out to achieve a mission: change the management of disease worldwide by using DNA testing to proactively inform treatment.
She currently serves as the President of the local chapter of the National Association of Health Service Executives, a nationally recognized professional organization for healthcare leaders who come from and or work in communities of color. They are a diverse organization who are leaders in upholding high ethical standards in our profession.
On her LinkedIn page, Natoia shares her personal mantra:
"I pride myself on providing innovative solutions to achieve business objectives. My depth of product knowledge, skills, leadership, and organizational commitment are demonstrated through my accomplishments and willingness to go the extra mile to assess the customer's needs and position appropriate solutions. I am a driven, hard working, motivated professional, with the desire to make a difference in the organization that I am a member of, viewed as a team
Frank Rainer, JD, MBA, MLLM
Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Officer
Memorial Healthcare System
Mr. Frank Rainer is the Senior Vice President for Legal Services at Memorial Healthcare System and has over 35 years experience in healthcare and real estate law . He holds a Juris Doctor degree from Florida State University, and three Master's Degrees- an MBA in Management, a Masters Degree LLM Taxation and a Masters Degree in Risk Management Insurance. As general counsel and C-level executive at Memorial, he is given the tools and opportunities to daily engage in exciting health care and business legal matters. Having over 35 years of extensive and intensive healthcare legal experience, he is at a place where those skills can be brought to bear and further honed. This is done in a sophisticated health system that is cutting edge and innovative.
The range of legal issues presented run the gamut from A (aviation – air ambulances) to Z (zoning). In between, all forms of traditional contractual, employment, business entity, M&A, construction, real estate and litigation issues are presented regularly. There are routine and cutting edge health care legal subjects, such as physician relations, medical staff matters, managed care, compliance, pharmacy, facilities, regulatory, licensing, medical malpractice, among others. As a non-profit, there are all the legal issues presented by that business model. The governmental aspect of Memorial, requires specialized knowledge as to governance, code of ethics, bond issuance, Florida’s Open Meetings and Public Records laws, and procurement requirements.
Memorial provides a high quality and comprehensive set of business, financial and technical capabilities to accomplish the mission of the legal department: “To serve, advance and protect the legal interests of Memorial and to provide first rate, prompt and cost effective legal services to its board, executives, medical professionals, employees and all staff.” I am entrusted with 35 FTEs and a multimillion dollar budget. The departments of Risk Management, Privacy and Insurance are under my leadership, in addition to a wonderful professional staff of 7 attorneys and 4 contract specialists. The department has access to and we regularly avail ourselves to the resources and talent of highly skilled and capable compliance, HR, Procurement, IT, clinical, GME, and finance departments and professionals, to name just a few.
Dian Backoff
Executive Director
Catholic Hospice
Dian is an accomplished executive with an in-depth background in providing strategic direction and oversight to the healthcare industry with a strong focus on improving bottom line growth for new and existing hospices. Her leadership skills have taken her as far as directing a team to grow a small hospice operation into the nation’s leading hospice provider. She is adept at working in both startup and corporate environments and possesses experience leading projects for a variety of functions including opening hospice and palliative care units, new program development, day-to-day management of large teams, call center operations, as well as patient care.
She began her career as an intake 糖心Vlog expert and has worked at the bedside as an LPN. Throughout the years, she gained the experience which allowed her to increase her role and responsibility through a wide range of management positions, such as; Director of Admissions, General Manager and Vice President of Operations. As the Vice President of Operations for The Caring Foundation, she was accountable for leading all business development activities including creating and offering a shared services program to US-based hospices. From 2015-2018, she was a Hospice Consultant for ValueCare at Home Registry and Visiting Nurse Service of New York.
In March of 2018, Dian joined Catholic Hospice, as part of Catholic Health Services and The Archdiocese of Miami as the Executive Director. Through her leadership, she has led the change management program in the past three years.
Dian is an Alumni of the South Florida Hospital Association and served as a Board Member for the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP). Her education includes studies in Health Services Administration at Barry University, and participates as a community panel member in the 糖心Vlog Masters Healthcare Administration executive program
Kenneth Wong, MBA, FACHE
Chapter President
ACHE of South Florida
For nearly two decades, Kenneth C. Wong, FACHE, has enjoyed working with patients, physicians, hospitals and the community to improve healthcare access and outcomes.
Within healthcare management, Kenneth has held roles leading strategic planning, business development, marketing, physician and community relations. In the private sector, Kenneth has worked for several Fortune 500 companies within the pharmaceutical and medical device industry and received numerous awards for his efforts related to new product launches and market development initiatives.
Kenneth has been involved with the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and ACHE of South Florida, formerly known as the South Florida Healthcare Executive Forum (SFHEF), since 2013. For the past several years, Kenneth has served in various positions on the Board of Directors, including Educational Programming Chair, President-Elect and currently Chapter President.
In 2018, Kenneth received the Regent Award, the chapter’s highest honor, for his dedication to planning and executing educational programs. He was also recognized by the American College of Healthcare Executives as an “ACHE Top Achiever” in 2019.
Kenneth received his undergraduate degree in international business, a graduate degree in international business administration and is a fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE).
Mae Basiratmand, BSN, MS, RN
Marketing Manager and Adjunct Faculty
糖心Vlog, College of Business and Executive Education
Mae stems from a dynamic background, as she is a registered nurse with a passion for good storytelling. Currently, she is a marketing strategist at 糖心Vlog within the Executive Education department. In this role, she spearheads cross-channel strategies ranging from website optimization, print, paid media, corporate communication, video content, events, to billboards. In addition, she is an adjunct professor who teaches Digital Marketing to undergraduates, immersing them in real-world scenarios and arming them with practical skills. As well, she has been a frequent guest for multiple lectures on various topics ranging from social media management to professional development to Executive Master of Health Administration students. Mae is also on the Adjunct Faculty in Marketing for the College of Business.
With clinical expertise in mental health, she has harnessed her understanding of science to bring a clinical perspective to formulating insights for marketing campaigns. Previously, she has worked with pharmaceutical clients such as AstraZeneca, Actavis, Forest Laboratories, and Pfizer, at DigitasLBi and Galderma at FCB Health New York. She was a key player on an award-winning unbranded campaign for disease-state awareness for AstraZeneca, part of a groundbreaking social media campaign which ultimately brought home the Cannes Lions Pharma Grand Prix award for “Integrated Digital Campaign” as well as a Silver Lion for “Direct and Promo Activation.” She has worked in integrated marketing for various millennial-targeted campaigns, where she participated in fueling ideas for immersive events including partnership programs for the annual MTV Movie Awards. Prior, she assisted the public relations team at Hearst Magazines, participating in events and managing media for multiple publications, including Cosmopolitan, O the Oprah Magazine, Esquire, and Seventeen.
Mae is currently working on her first fiction novel and building a digital marketing case study to use for future undergraduate cohorts. She is a registered nurse in New York, Florida, and California. She received her Bachelor's in Nursing from the University of Florida and her Masters in Strategic Communication from Columbia University.
Dan Cornely, MAE
Graduate Business Career Specialist, Internships & Professional Development
糖心Vlog College of Business, Executive Education
Dan currently works in the College of Business as a Graduate Business Career Specialist. Prior to 糖心Vlog, he worked in the private sector as a Director of Partnerships and a Recruiting Specialist at Next College Student Athlete (NCSA). He also has over 5 years of higher education experience as a Recruiting Coordinator and Coach for Defiance College. Dan is passionate about guiding 糖心Vlog business students as they prepare to launch into their dream careers. Dan holds a Master of Arts in Education from Defiance College and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Business Scholars Program) from Hanover College.
Jessica Lerner, MHA
President and Chief Executive Officer
Community Care Plan
Jessica Lerner is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Community Care Plan (CCP), the Health Plan with a Heart, and is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the company by working with the Board of Directors and management team to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans, and policies. Jessica also maintains strong cooperative relationships with regulatory agencies, as well as develops and achieves membership growth, retention, quality, and financial targets. She is actively involved in local trade and professional associations, as well as assisting with directing the activities and involvement of CCP’s lobbyist and legal counsel.
Prior to joining CCP, Jessica served as Executive Director for Memorial Healthcare System where she spearheaded various initiatives for more than 19 years. She directed all health plan operations, inclusive of member benefits, provider network development, claims payment operations and system configuration, as well communications distribution and medical and pharmacy management.
Jessica attended Florida International University where she obtained a bachelor’s degree in marketing and management from the University’s College of Business. Jessica also attended 糖心Vlog where she earned a Masters in Health Administration through the Executive MHA program.
Dr. Joe Kimura, MD, MPH
Chief Medical Officer
Atrius Health, Boston, MA
Joe Kimura, MD MPH has served as Chief Medical Officer of Atrius Health since January 2016. Atrius Health is a 750 physician independent multispecialty practice based in Boston and a market leader in value based care and population health management. Over the past two decades, Dr. Kimura has helped lead efforts in quality and safety improvement, population health management, clinical informatics and data analytics, and medical education at Atrius Health and Southern California Permanente Medical Group.
Dr. Kimura is board certified in Internal Medicine and Clinical Informatics and an avid national advocate for the practical applications of clinical informatics and healthcare analytics to improve healthcare delivery – especially in the value based ambulatory setting. From 2012-16, he served on several Office of the National Coordinator Workgroups and Committees and was Co-Chair of the Workgroup on Advanced Health Models and Meaningful Use.
Locally, Dr. Kimura is actively involved in the healthcare technology start up community and serves as an executive board member for the Yale University Center for Biomedical Innovation and Technology. In 2012, he was recognized as Top 25 Clinical Informaticists by Modern Healthcare and as a leading CMIO experts by Health Data Management in 2016.
Dr. Kimura serves on the national boards of the Clinical Health Network for Transformation (national network of Planned Parenthood affiliates) and the Council for Accountable Care Practices – an affiliate of the American Medical Group Association foundation.
Dr. Kimura is a graduate of Stanford University, Washington University School of Medicine, and Harvard School of Public Health. After a primary care internal medicine residency at the UCSF, he completed a health services research fellowship in the Department of Ambulatory Care and Prevention at Harvard Medical School. In 2015, he completed the Advanced Management Program at MIT Sloan School of Management with a certificate in Management, Innovation, and Technology. His clinical practice remains at HVMA Kenmore and he is a faculty member in the Department of Population Medicine at Harvard Medical School.For nearly two decades, Kenneth C. Wong, FACHE, has enjoyed working with patients, physicians, hospitals and the community to improve healthcare access and outcomes.
Dr. Richard S. Gendler, JD, LLM, JSD
Business Law Coordinator & Instructor, 糖心Vlog, College of Business
Peace Justice and Human Rights Affiliate Faculty
Dr. Richard Gendler is a full-time professor of law and ethics at 糖心Vlog’s College of Business, where he also serves at the College’s Business Law and Ethics Coordinator. Dr. Gendler has published several scholarly articles, and taught several continuing legal education courses, related to topical consumer bankruptcy and accounting issues. He is a special magistrate for Palm Beach County and was recently appointed as an arbitrator for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). In the furtherance of public service to the profession, Dr. Gendler serves, or has served, on the Florida Bar Student Education and Admissions to the Bar Committee, the Law Education Committee, Federal Rules Practice Committee , as Vice Chair of the Florida Bar’s Seventeenth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee, as well as the Bankruptcy Mortgage Mediation Committee for the Southern District of Florida.
In his professional career as an accomplished attorney, Dr. Gendler has practiced in the areas of bankruptcy, real estate, tax, estate planning, and probate matters. He is a member of the Florida Bar, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Tax Court
Dr. Gendler received a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from the University of Hartford, a Doctorate in Jurisprudence (J.D.) from the University of Miami, and both a Master of Laws (LL.M.) and Doctor of Science in Law (J.S.D.) form the Thomas Jefferson School of Law.
糖心Vlog College of Business Faculty
One of the strongest attributes of the 糖心Vlog College of Business is the highly esteemed and experienced faculty. Classes are taught using a balanced blend of case studies, real-world examples and strong academic theories, making the crucial real-time link between the classroom and industry.
The faculty members in the Master's in Supply Chain Management program are selected from the nearly 90 full-time faculty in the College of Business. Selection criteria include excellence in teaching, consulting, research, and publication.
Faculty teach in the Master's in Supply Chain Management program because they are interested in the practical world of international business and appreciate the emerging opportunities and difficulties. Additionally, the expertise of your professors is demonstrated by their scholarship, industry experience, and research prowess:
- Earned doctoral degrees from the nation's most prestigious AACSB-accredited universities, such as Harvard, Wharton School, Northwestern, MIT, Columbia, Chicago, NYU, and Michigan.
- Consulted with Fortune 500 firms, small businesses, and government; published numerous texts and articles.
- Published articles in leading academic business journals:
- Accounting Review, Auditing: A Journal of Practice & Theory, Accounting Horizons, Journal of Accounting Research, Financial Review, Financial Management, Journal of Financial Research, Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Retailing, Journal of Consumer Marketing, International Marketing Review, Journal of Business Research, Public Opinion Quarterly, Columbia Journal of World Business, International Business Studies.
- Published articles in the most widely recognized practitioner-oriented business and trade journals:
- Harvard Business Review, Journal of Accountancy, Business Horizons, Long Range Planning, Marketing News, American Demographics, The CPA Journal, Journal of Taxation, Financial Executive, Banker's Magazine, Bank Marketing, Productions and Inventory Management, The Financial Planner, The Personnel Administrator, The Development Journal.
Guest speakers from industry and government may also be invited to lecture.
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Online MHA (OMHA) Student Profile
When you join the 糖心Vlog Online MHA Program you are surrounded by a class of highly-motivated students who have achieved business successes already, and are committed to further enhance their knowledge and career advancement.
Program Length:
- 15 months, 8 week courses
Sessions:
- 100% Online, from anywhere in the world
- No specific day or time commitment
Who This Program Is Designed For:
- Aspiring and mid-level healthcare administrators with busy schedules who enjoy the flexibility and resources of learning remotely.
- Students who either do not live near a campus, prefer online learning, or have schedules that do not align with in-person attendance.
Online MHA (OMHA) Tuition & Payment Options
Online MHA Program Fees
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Per Credit Hour |
Total Number of Credits |
Total Program Cost |
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$900 per credit hour |
30 credits total |
$27,000 |
Program Fees for the Online MHA total $27,000. Course fees are $2,700 per course and are billed per semester for course(s) taken in a particular semester. On average, a student can expect to take two courses in the summer semester, three courses in the spring, and three courses in the fall. Students may choose to increase or decrease their course load, and the account billing summary will automatically adjust according to the number of actual courses taken.
Program Fees are the same for Florida residents, out-of-state residents, and international students.
Online MHA Program Fees include:
- Tuition
- Student ID card
- Guaranteed schedule for the entire program
- Pre-program new student orientation and student engagement activities
- Access to workshops and seminars
- Digital parking permit
- Support: advising, tech support, financial services, career guidance
- Lifetime discounted rates on professional development courses
- 24/7 access to dedicated group study rooms
- Access to all Microsoft Office products
- Tutoring services available for quantitative core courses
- Graduation regalia
- Graduation banquet
- Student Membership to the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)
- 1:1 Faculty Mentoring (Faculty Ambassador Program)
- Leadership Bootcamp
Financial Information

*The total tuition and fees include per credit hour fees, non-resident fee if applicable, tuition differential, capital improvement fee, financial aid fee, activity and service fee, athletic fee, health fee, technology fee, transportation access, for two years, student ID card, and graduate orientation fee.
**The total tuition and fees include per credit hour fees, non-resident fee if applicable, tuition differential, capital improvement fee, financial aid fee, activity and service fee, athletic fee, health fee, technology fee, transportation access, for two years, student ID card, graduate orientation fee, textbooks and materials, graduation regalia, and graduation banquet.
For more information regarding the traditional tuition and fees, please visit: Tuition Breakdown
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Financial aid offers are based on a cost of attendance that is constructed based on several components as designated by federal regulations. The cost of attendance includes “Direct Costs” for expenses that are paid to 糖心Vlog directly, such as tuition, fees and on-campus housing and meal plans. It also includes “Indirect Costs” for expenses that are not paid to 糖心Vlog directly, but that we anticipate you may pay for living and other personal expenses while you are enrolled. Your actual cost may vary. This estimate is for fall and spring semesters only and assumes full time enrollment 9 credits in the fall and 9 credits in the spring. Enrollment for summer has additional costs. Some programs involve additional costs. Please contact your department (or prospective department) if you have questions about additional costs.
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