Health Care Leadership

This program integrates advanced leadership, management, and policy education tailored for current and aspiring health care leaders. Faculty bring both academic and professional healthcare leadership expertise, allowing students to connect classroom learning with real-world application. Interdisciplinary coursework draws on health administration, leadership, business, nutrition, exercise science, and information technology, and students may select electives aligned with career goals. The program promotes applied learning, interdisciplinary decision-making, and innovation.

Program Mission

The Master of Science in Health Care Leadership program at Keiser University empowers current and aspiring professionals to lead with integrity, innovation, and compassion within interdisciplinary teams and diverse healthcare systems. Grounded in a “Students First” philosophy and a culture of lifelong learning, the program prepares leaders to elevate organizational performance, implement strategic innovations, and lead transformative change in an evolving healthcare landscape.

• Goal #1: Prepare students with the knowledge and expertise to lead and manage teams in healthcare settings.
• Goal #2: Equip students with practical leadership skills to navigate complex healthcare systems and drive organizational performance.
• Goal #3: Empower students to create and apply innovative strategies that enhance change and address emerging trends in the healthcare industry.

Applicants desiring to enter Keiser University must submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. This permits proper scheduling and ensures availability of classroom space. Applications for Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.

Credit for courses or degrees completed at another institution is subject to approval by the Dean of Academic Affairs. These courses or degrees must be similar in content and duration to those offered in the program for which an applicant has applied. The Dean of Academic Affairs makes the final decision of accepted transfer credits from the received transcript. However, only courses listed on official transcripts receive permanent official transfer credit. To grant such credit, Keiser University must receive official transcript directly from the previous institution by the end of a student’s first semester. Keiser University requires that, at a minimum, a student complete at least one third of the credit hours required for any graduate or post-baccalaureate professional degree through instruction offered by Keiser University. Active duty, reservists, and National Guard service members who are students can complete at a minimum one third of a program at any time through the University. Transfer students are informed in writing of any credits accepted as transferable. Preliminary notification is presented, in most cases, prior to enrollment but in no case later than the end of a transfer student's first semester. Students are responsible for having official transcripts sent to Keiser University from all former institution(s). It may be necessary for students to forfeit some previously earned credit in the transfer process since college philosophies, objectives and programs may vary and change from year to year. Keiser University does not make any blanket assurances or guarantees regarding the acceptance or transferability of credits from other institutions. Each credit evaluation is conducted on a caseby-case basis in accordance with university policy.

Keiser University may accept transfer credits from a college or university recognized by the by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE). Coursework must be equivalent in content, level, and credit hours to the corresponding Keiser University course/s.

Qualified, accepted master’s degree seeking students may transfer a maximum of 12 graduate level credits, but no more than two-thirds of the total credit hours (whichever is less), required for the program unless otherwise specified by a programmatic accreditor.

Acceptable courses will be equivalent to a B grade or higher unless otherwise specified by programmatic requirements. Courses represented with a Pass or Satisfactory grade may be transferable at the discretion of the program chair and/or appropriate program Dean.

Keiser University publishes this program as 30.0 graduate semester credit hours, approximately 20 months in length (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).

Keiser University charges tuition and education fees per semester, based on scheduled credit hours. Each semester is 16 weeks. The rates below are the university’s published Tuition and Fee Disclosure for the Graduate School, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

An education fee of $750.00 per semester is charged for all graduate-level programs. One-time charges upon enrollment are an application fee of $55.00 and a registration fee of $145.00.

Financial aid

Grants are not available at the graduate level, but federal student loans and scholarships are available to those who qualify. Students seeking aid complete the FAFSA using the university’s federal school code, 015159.

Graduates of Keiser University’s MS in Healthcare Leadership are prepared to pursue leadership and executive roles across healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, public health agencies, health systems, long-term care facilities, and healthcare consulting organizations. This graduate degree supports healthcare professionals by strengthening their ability to lead teams, manage compliance, implement quality improvement initiatives, and develop strategic plans that improve organizational performance and patient outcomes.

Career Pathways in Healthcare Leadership

• Healthcare administrator
• Hospital department director
• Health systems manager
• Medical and health services manager
• Clinical operations director
• Quality improvement director
• Compliance and risk management officer
• Health informatics manager
• Long-term care administrator
• Patient care services director
• Healthcare consultant
• Health policy analyst

While Keiser University provides employment placement assistance, it cannot promise or guarantee employment.

Keiser University’s MS in Healthcare Leadership prepares experienced healthcare professionals and emerging leaders for advanced careers in health administration, clinical management, and health systems strategy. With flexible online delivery and a curriculum grounded in the real challenges of modern healthcare, this program aligns with your professional goals and the demands of a rapidly evolving industry. Whether you’re looking to step into a director role, advance within your current organization, or build the credentials for an executive career in healthcare, Keiser provides the advanced education and practical insight needed to make a lasting impact.