Executive Healthcare Management Program

Program Overview: Executive MHA or MPH

At Columbia University, the Executive Healthcare Management Program is designed for experienced healthcare leaders who want to strengthen strategic, operational, and leadership capabilities with a solid foundation in health policy and public health systems. Students learn from world-renowned faculty in the Department of Health Policy and Management to apply evidence-based frameworks to real healthcare challenges. Each month, a select cohort of 20–25 professionals convenes at Columbia’s health sciences campus in New York City for immersive, in-person sessions. With New York City as their classroom, students benefit from proximity to leading health systems, public agencies, digital health companies, and life sciences organizations. 

The Executive Healthcare Management Program’s curriculum is CAHME- and CEPH-accredited and offers numerous professional development and networking opportunities. With a multidimensional approach, the program equips senior managers with the skills and resources needed to make a pivotal impact in healthcare globally. 

Our Executive Healthcare Management programs have shaped generations of healthcare leaders, grounded in evidence-based management principles, innovative leadership, and a deep commitment to advancing health. Our programs are thoughtfully designed to foster meaningful experiences, transformational learning, and lifelong connections within a vibrant community of students, faculty, and alumni. Our graduates are dedicated, creative, and compassionate professionals who countinuosly improve our healthcare systems, making them better places to work and provide care. I warmly invite you to join our community of learners and leaders, all committed to shaping the future of healthcare.

Yuna S.H. Lee, PhD, MPH, Assistant Professor and Faculty Director

Build Your Network at Columbia University

Being part of the Executive Healthcare Management Program means joining a vibrant community of professionals, faculty, and alumni, reflecting the Mailman School’s legacy in public health leadership. Students benefit from resources to build professional networks and form lifelong connections, leveraging Columbia University’s global network of alumni and students. Events and networking opportunities draw leaders from New York City’s exceptional healthcare ecosystem spanning healthcare systems, public health agencies, digital health tech companies, and biopharma. Program events help strengthen the community and expand professional networks. Events such as master classes, lunch salons, speaker series, and socials create space to share insights, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities.

Professional Development and Leadership 

Through Columbia’s professional development services, including personalized coaching and mentorship, students strengthen their leadership skills in communications, team development, and change management. The goal: help students advance their career and drive impact in their organization.

"My experience with the Executive Program has been truly transformative. It provided me the opportunity to attend in person classes and created an engaging environment where I could learn directly from peers as well as leading experts in Health Policy and Management. Beyond the classroom, the chance to connect with peers and professionals provided invaluable networking opportunities that continue to support my growth. Learning from industry leaders not only deepened my understanding of complex health challenges but also inspired me to apply those insights in real world settings."

Kerri Natkiel, Director of Operations and Revenue Cycle, Columbia University Irving Medical Center

“This has been one of the best experiences of my life. The knowledge of our healthcare system, the support, and the lifelong friends I’ve made made this program worth it.” 

Audrey Figueroa, MHA, CPC, Billing Compliance, Columbia University Irving Medical Center