Master’s Concentration
Healthcare Policy and Regulatory Leadership
Develop long-term solutions to the healthcare challenges we face today by learning to shape, interpret, and implement policies that impact healthcare systems and patient safety. You’ll develop a robust understanding of healthcare systems, legislative procedures, and quality improvement as they each relate to healthcare policy. This program prepares you for the NAHQ Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) accreditation exam.
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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible online format.
At a Glance
Classes Next Begin
March 31
Term Length
10 Weeks
Master's Tuition
$835 per credit hour
Format
Evening or Online
Admission Details
Free Application. No GRE or GMAT
How Long to Finish
As quick as 18 months. Access a sample schedule
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Emily vonSchondorf
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Skills You’ll Learn
Manage change and innovation
Curriculum
Master of Arts in Healthcare Management with a concentration in Healthcare Policy and Regulatory Leadership requires completion of 48 credit hours (12 courses).
5
Core Courses
4
Concentration
Courses
3
Elective Courses
Interested in a graduate certificate?
Explore our four and six course graduate certificates in Healthcare Policy and Regulatory Leadership.
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$108,461
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- One-on-one career coaching and mock interviews
- A job database dedicated to DU students and alumni
- Resume and cover letter guidance
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Advisory Board
Robert Casanova
Performance Improvement Consultant
Holly Davis
Director of Medical Staff Services, Saint Joseph Hospital
John Dicola
Former Senior Vice President of Strategy and Business Development, Catholic Health Initiatives
Chris Hadley
Founder & President, Denver Medical Study Group
Evon Holladay
Former Vice President, Enterprise Intelligence
Edmond Toy
Director, Colorado Health Institute
Marion Jenkins
Partner and Co-founder of HealthSpaces
Mark Levine
Clinical Professor, the University of Colorado School of Medicine
Bruce Johnson
Shareholder, Polsinelli
Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
University College programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all of its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.
HIMSS Organizational Affiliates
The HIMSS Academic Organizational Affiliate program shares industry knowledge and educates our students on critical issues in health information and technology by offering complimentary student memberships to HIMSS and other key benefits.
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Curriculum Alignment
To ensure our programs meet industry needs, the curriculum is closely aligned with national organizations such as the American College of Healthcare Executives and Medical Group Management Association, as well as local organizations such as the Denver Medical Study Group.
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