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Mary Shannon '21, bachelor's in healthcare administration with a concentration in patient safety and quality from SNHU.

How a Patient Advocate Inspired Mary’s Path in Healthcare Administration

After receiving support from a patient advocate while dealing with an emergency appendectomy, Mary Shannon '21 decided to earn a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration with a concentration in patient safety and quality from Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU).
A college graduate sitting at a desk, using a desktop computer to research an MBA versus a master's in healthcare administration.

Master’s in Healthcare Administration vs. MBA: Which is Right for You?

If you're hoping to move forward in healthcare administration — or transition into the field — an advanced degree could help. An MBA with a concentration in Healthcare Management and an MS in Healthcare Administration are two graduate-level options, but they're very different degrees.
Meredith O’Hara, PhD, associate dean overseeing health professions at SNHU.

Academic Spotlight: Dr. Meredith O’Hara, Associate Dean Overseeing Health Professions

Dr. Meredith O'Hara is the associate dean overseeing health professions at SNHU, with nearly two decades of experience in higher education. She recently shared her career inspirations and what she loves about the university.
A medical professional wearing a stethoscope and researching what healthcare administration is on her computer.

What is Healthcare Administration?

Healthcare administration describes leadership roles held by managers in hospitals, nursing homes, insurance companies and medical offices. In these settings, healthcare administrators oversee a broad range of administrative tasks, including operations, finance, human resources and policies

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