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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, where you’ll find 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

100%

Post-graduation Student Satisfaction

Conduct Your Own Research

In the 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.

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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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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2025 Colloquium on Qualitative Health Sciences Research

2025 Colloquium on Qualitative Health Sciences Research

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ONIE Leads Wellness Produce Box Program to Bring Farm-Fresh Food to Campus

ONIE Leads Wellness Produce Box Program to Bring Farm-Fresh Food to Campus

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Hudson College Researchers Find Vitamin D Intervention Could Curb Heart Disease Risk in American Indian Youth

Hudson College Researchers Find Vitamin D Intervention Could Curb Heart Disease Risk in American Indian Youth

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Hudson College Launches New Center to Address Health Concerns in Young Children

Hudson College Launches New Center to Address Health Concerns in Young Children

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Hudson College of Public Health Student Honored with Prestigious Statewide Award

Hudson College of Public Health Student Honored with Prestigious Statewide Award

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Shaping Healthier Communities: PhD Student Dorsa Hosseininasab Receives OPHA Exceptional Merit Award

Shaping Healthier Communities: PhD Student Dorsa Hosseininasab Receives OPHA Exceptional Merit Award

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PhD Student Gargi Deshpande Wins GSA Award for Scientific Achievement at the 2025 GREAT Symposium

PhD Student Gargi Deshpande Wins GSA Award for Scientific Achievement at the 2025 GREAT Symposium

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Hudson College of Public Health Faculty Member Mentors OSSM Student to Research Recognition at GREAT Symposium

Hudson College of Public Health Faculty Member Mentors OSSM Student to Research Recognition at GREAT Symposium

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Dr. Jamie Rhudy Publishes Groundbreaking Study on Native American Pain Inequities in The Journal of Pain

Dr. Jamie Rhudy Publishes Groundbreaking Study on Native American Pain Inequities in The Journal of Pain

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OEH Staff Member Ravi Gor Wins Best Poster Award at Stephenson Cancer Center Research Symposium

OEH Staff Member Ravi Gor Wins Best Poster Award at Stephenson Cancer Center Research Symposium

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OU Giving Day: Make a Lasting Impact on Public Health

OU Giving Day: Make a Lasting Impact on Public Health

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Hudson College of Public Health Celebrates National Public Health Week 2025

Hudson College of Public Health Celebrates National Public Health Week 2025

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Hudson College Faculty Present on 21st Century Leadership at National Conference

Hudson College Faculty Present on 21st Century Leadership at National Conference

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Dr. Changjie Cai Receives Prestigious Award for Research on Reducing Airborne Particles from Flushing High Water Pressure Hospital Toilets

Dr. Changjie Cai Receives Prestigious Award for Research on Reducing Airborne Particles from Flushing High Water Pressure Hospital Toilets

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Occupational and Environmental Health Researchers Study Innovative HEPA Filter Treatment for Nicotine and Particulate Matter Reduction

Occupational and Environmental Health Researchers Study Innovative HEPA Filter Treatment for Nicotine and Particulate Matter Reduction

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2025 Commencement Ceremony

2025 Commencement Ceremony

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Dr. Dan Li Presents on School Mental Health at OU Professional Rounds

Dr. Dan Li Presents on School Mental Health at OU Professional Rounds

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Hudson College Staff Member Named OUHSC Staff Senate Employee of the Month for February 2025

Hudson College Staff Member Named OUHSC Staff Senate Employee of the Month for February 2025

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ONIE Project Leads the Charge in Expanding Access to Healthy Foods in Oklahoma

ONIE Project Leads the Charge in Expanding Access to Healthy Foods in Oklahoma

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Dean Bratzler Participates in Panel on Avian Flu

Dean Bratzler Participates in Panel on Avian Flu

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