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Shaping future healthcare leaders with our CAHME-accredited MHA program and CEPH-accredited MPH program, emphasizing education in health policy, leadership, and practical experience.

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Health Administration & Policy

Welcome to the Department of Health Administration and Policy! As part of our commitment to excellence, we offer the only CAHME-accredited Master of Health Administration (MHA) program in Oklahoma. Our interdisciplinary faculty, with expertisespanning health administration, policy, business, and more, will equip you to become a skilled leader in health care systems and public health organizations. Join us on this transformative journey!

Connect with your peers through the OU Healthcare Executives Student Association (Link to OUHESA), where you’llfind a supportive community of like-minded students passionate about health administration. Together, we’ll shape the future of health care leadership.

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...CAHME Accredited Masters of Healthcare Administration program in Oklahoma

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...job placement rate over the past four years

$78,000

Annual Median Post-Graduation Salary

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Post-graduation Student Satisfaction

Conduct Your Own Research

Inthe Department of Health Administration and Policy, students have the opportunity to engage in groundbreaking research and contribute to evidence-based insights driving community well-being and public engagement through analyzing health interventions' impacts.

Health Outcomes Research Center: a dynamic hub focusing on health economics and policy analysis for rural, Native American, and under-served community health in Oklahoma.

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Learn From Expert Faculty

Our expert faculty actively collaborate with students, offering support and guidance to facilitate impactful research and foster professional growth in healthcare administration and policy.

Dale W. Bratzler, D.O., MPH

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Chair & Edith Kinney Gaylord Presidential Professor
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Ganisher (Gani) Davlyatov, Ph.D.

Program Director, Master of Health Administration
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Edwin (Gerry) Ibay, J.D. MHA

Assistant Professor & Vice Chair
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Aizhan Karabukayeva, Ph.D., MPH

Assistant Professor
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Claudia A. Rhoades, Ph.D., MS

Adjunct Faculty
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Daniel Sledge, Ph.D.

Associate Professor
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Mark Woodring, DrPH, FACHE

Assistant Professor
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Junying (June) Zhao, Ph.D., MPH

Assistant Professor
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Hands-On Academic Programs

Students gain hands-on experience with industry leaders,benefitingStudents gain hands-on experience with industry leaders, benefiting from a network of professionals and an applied curriculum. Our faculty prepare students for leadership roles in healthcare through accredited programs like the MHA and MPH, with a unique focus on health policy, practical experience, and a supportive environment.

MHA - Master of Health Administration

Get ready for a dynamic healthcare leadership career with our MHA program, featuring hands-on experiences and post-graduation pathways to administrative fellowships or direct workforce entry.

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MPH in Health Administration and Policy

Explore leadership in healthcare program development with our accredited MPH in Health Administration & Policy, offering diverse career pathways in federal, state, local, and non-profit sectors.

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MHA / JD

Dual Degree with the College of Law

Our MHA/JD program prepares students for impactful careers at the intersection of healthcare law and administration, equipping them to navigate complex healthcare policies and legal frameworks in various professional settings.

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MPH / JD

Dual Degree with the College of Law

Our MPH/JD program prepares students for impactful careers at the intersection of healthcare law and administration, equipping them to navigate complex healthcare policies and legal frameworks in various professional settings.

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Healthcare Administration Certificate

Offers in-depth courses by MHA faculty on key healthcare administration topics and challenges, integrating theory and practical knowledge for future healthcare leaders.

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The OUHCOPH supported my personal and professional development through their investment in faculty and administration who taught from real-world experience and encouraged us to get involved in community and statewide organizations to further develop our network and leadership, strategic planning, and technical skills.

-Whitney Dockrey Ford, MHA/JD 2019

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Financial Assistance

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Get in Touch

Welcome to the Department of Health Administration & Policy!

If you have questions about our programs or want to explore opportunities in health administration, feel free to reach out to me. I'm here to support your journey towards becoming a leader in healthcare.

Dale Bratzler, DO, MPH
Chair, Department of Health Administration and Policy
Dale-Bratzler@ouhsc.edu
801 NE 13th St. Room 128 | Oklahoma City, OK 73104
405-271-2201

The Latest Discoveries by Students and Faculty

Explore the cutting-edge discoveries and innovations made by our students and faculty in the Department of Health Administration and Policy, shaping the future of healthcare leadership and policy.

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