Careers

The MHA degree prepares graduates for leadership and management positions in the increasingly complex and dynamic healthcare industry.  Designed for professionals who whish to advance in their management careers or individuals interested in pursuing a healthcare management career, it draws students from a broad array of health service organizations such as healthcare systems, hospitals, assisted living facilities, medical group practices, managed care organizations, home care agencies, pharmaceutical companies, management consulting firms and industries that supply services to healthcare organizations.  Generally, students interested in management careers in healthcare provider agencies (such as hospitals, and physician practices) have opted for the MHA.

MHA Alumni Career Spotlight

We have lots of great alumni working across the broad spectrum that is public service.  To learn about some of our alumni, what they do and what they have to say about the program, click here.

MHA Honor Society Induction Ceremony

On May 4, 2011, 22 MHA students were inducted into the honor society Upsilon Phi Delta by Dr. Anne Hewitt, MHA Program Director and Associate Professor. New Jersey Assistant Commissioner of Health, Patricia A. Polansky, provided the keynote address for the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program's honor society induction on Wednesday, May 4, 2011. As part of the Upsilon Phi Delta induction ceremony, Commissioner Polansky spoke about the current opportunities and challenges in healthcare administration across the continuum of healthcare. To read more information about the Upsilon Phi Delta Induction Ceremony please click here »

MHA Current Student Spotlight

Marisa Scolamiero MHA '12 completed her undergrad with a B.A. in English and a minor in political science. She initially planned on going to law school or pursuing a Masters degree in business but she decided to pursue a MHA degree instead. She chose to get an MHA degree instead because her family has a large medical practice where she has been working since the age of 16. She figured a Masters degree in Healthcare Administration can help her run the practice in the near future. She currently works as the assistant to the medical director and also she does medical billing as well. Her favorite course to date is Healthcare Ethics & Legal Aspects. She believes ethical dilemmas come up in healthcare all the time & it's important to be able to recognize them & learn how to deal with them as well as know legally what you are allowed to do, what your rights are & exactly what you are responsible for. Marisa plans to keep working at the family practice after she graduates and hopes to have the letters C.E.O attached her name in the near future.

Corey Schard MHA '11 graduated from Texas Tech University with a Political Science and Economics degree. He moved from Texas to New Jersey to complete his Master’s in Healthcare Administration at Seton Hall University. While pursing his MHA degree he interned for Senator Frank Lautenberg and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital-Rahway in Strategic Development & Marketing. His favorite MHA course is Healthcare Policy; he finds it interesting and informative to understand how the healthcare industry is to be affected by recent reforms. Corey’s future plan is to work in the Houston Medical Center in a Strategic Planning role.

Voula Argitis MHA '12 is currently enrolled in the MHA program. She received her undergraduate degree in business from Montclair State University and an MBA from Seton Hall. Voula is currently working as a Business Manager for the dept. of Pediatrics at Hackensack University Medical Center, and will continue her work in a Healthcare organization upon completion of her degree.

Cerstin Wolf, MHA ’12 is currently enrolled in our Master of Healthcare Administration Program. Cerstin graduated Cum Laude from Fairfield University with a B.A. in English and a double minor in Management and Business Law. After interning for several non-profit organizations, Cerstin decided to continue her studies at Seton Hall University. Because the program offered a diverse array of business and healthcare delivery classes, she knew Seton Hall was a good fit and would continue to prepare her for a managerial role. Cerstin is currently working for the Freshman Studies Department as a Graduate Assistant. Upon completion of her degree, Cerstin plans on working for a hospital

Mandy Damoah MHA'12 is currently enrolled in the MHA program. She received her undergraduate degree from Rutgers University with a B.A in Public Health. While in Rutgers University she was a member of Bloustein Public Service Association (BPSA).Upon completion of her degree, she plan on working towards her Nursing Home Administrative certificate.

Wayne Kellam MHA '13 is currently enrolled in the MHA program. Wayne received his B.A from Rutgers University in Communication and minored in Environmental Policy Institutions and Behavior. Currently Wayne is a practice assistant and patient access representative at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. As a student in the MHA program, Wayne enjoys his Healthcare Management course. This class allows Wayne to focus on different healthcare aspects of decision making, strategic planning, and important management tools. All of these entities are preparing him for his future endeavors in the healthcare field. With a MHA degree, Wayne plans on becoming a healthcare administrator for a hospital organization where his mission focuses on providing quality care for the public.

Veronica Vasquez, 05, MHA '13 graduated Seton Hall University with a Bachelor of Arts, in Spanish and minor in Art History in 2005. She became involved in the Healthcare field in the year 2003 and loved it from the moment she stepped into the ER environment. She is currently a Home Healthcare Coordinator for a nursing company. She loves what she do and the most rewarding feeling she gets when she help those who can't help themselves. Her favorite MHA course is Healthcare Management because it gave her new insights and clarification on proper protocol and procedures on the management level. The case study assessments she did in the class enhanced her knowledge on proper protocol for different critical incidents. Upon receiving her MHA degree, Veronica plans to join an institution that will allow her to continue growing and enhancing her newly obtained degree and knowledge.

Qiusha Shen MHA '13 is currently enrolled in the MHA program. She received her undergraduate degree from Shanghai University with a B.A. in Broadcast and television directing. After she graduated from Shanghai University, she worked in Shanghai TV station as an assistant director, editor and journalist for three years. During the 3 years spent working, she got the opportunity to interview a lot of doctors and patients in China. This made her realize that the Healthcare industry will be an important industry in the future. Upon the completion of her degree, Qiusha’s plans on working for hospital or a non-profit organization as a patient advocate.