Columbia Executive Healthcare Management Program
Program Overview: Executive MHA or MPH
The Columbia University Executive Healthcare Management Program is tailored for working professionals ready to advance their leadership journey. Offered in a flexible, part-time format, the program empowers students to become visionary healthcare leaders.
Each month, a select cohort of 25–30 professionals convenes at Columbia’s health sciences campus in New York City for immersive, in-person sessions. The curriculum combines rigorous training in leadership, strategy, and analytics with a solid foundation in health policy and public health systems—preparing graduates to innovate and drive outcomes across the healthcare landscape.
Hear from Our Students
"The Executive Healthcare Management program faculty have deep healthcare expertise, allowing me to apply what I learn in class over the weekend to my job on Monday."
— Edward Bobb, MS, Deputy Fire Chief, FDN
Quick Stats
Who Should Apply
Columbia’s Executive Healthcare Management Program is ideal for mid- to senior-level professionals with at least 5 years of experience who are looking to accelerate their impact. The program has been valuable for students with a wide range of backgrounds including:
- Life sciences and biopharma
- Health technology
- Public health and hospital systems
- Healthcare consulting
- Investors and private equity professionals specializing in healthcare
- Lawyers and compliance professionals
- Finance and operations leaders seeking healthcare domain expertise
Learn more about students who graduated from the program.
"Our graduates are dedicated, creative, and compassionate professionals who continuously 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
What Can You Do with an Executive MPH or MHA?
Graduates pursue leadership roles across sectors—from biopharma and health plans to government, nonprofits, and healthcare investment. Learn more about career paths, sectors, and salary outcomes.
Sample Alumni Careers
Biopharmaceutical
Sample Titles: VP, Reimbursement, Director of Marketing
Sample Organizations: Regeneron, Pfizer
Health Plans
Sample Titles: Medical Director, Director of Pharmacy
Sample Organizations: UnitedHealth Group, EmblemHealth
Medical Systems / Providers
Sample Titles: Chief Operating Officer, VP, Clinical Services
Sample Organizations: Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Nonprofits / Foundations
Sample Titles: Product Development Operations Chief Healthcare Officer, Deputy Director
Sample Organizations: Gates Foundation, Commonwealth Fund
Federal, State, and City Government
Sample Titles: Health Commissioner, State Senator
Sample Organizations: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Georgia State Senate
Private Equity / Venture Capital
Sample Titles: Managing Director, Healthcare
Sample Organizations: Alvarez & Marsal, Vesey Street Capital Partners
Digital Health / Health Tech
Sample Titles: Senior Vice President, Chief Digital Officer
Sample Organizations: Microsoft, Sutherland
Management Consulting
Sample Titles: CEO, Senior Consultant
Sample Organizations: ZS Associates, VOZ Advisors
This program is practical from day one. The cohort-learning model brings in broad perspectives from the healthcare landscape. I know the education and professional networks I have built will help my career evolve exponentially."
Christina Block, RN, Associate Director, Montefiore Einstein Center for Transplant
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