SPRING HOUSE, PA — Central Michigan University’s Master of Health Administration (MHA) program has been awarded initial accreditation for a three-year term by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). This marks a significant milestone in the program’s history, highlighting its commitment to delivering a high-quality education that prepares graduates for leadership roles in the dynamic healthcare sector.
Dr. Dimitrios Zikos, Director of the MHA Program at The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions, lauded the achievement as a testament to the dedicated teamwork, diverse expertise, and unwavering commitment of the program faculty. “We aim to prepare our graduates to become successful and visionary healthcare management professionals,” he said. “Our ultimate goal is to improve the health and well-being of our communities through evidence-based, data-driven, accountable health systems.”
The accreditation process, overseen by CAHME, is known for its rigor and complexity. Programs must demonstrate excellence in healthcare management study and practice to earn this coveted recognition. Dr. Anthony Stanowski, president and CEO of CAHME, reiterated the organization’s mission to advance the quality of healthcare management education globally. He noted that the accreditation affirms the program’s successful navigation of their meticulous evaluation process.
Dr. Tom Masterson, Dean of The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions at Central Michigan University, expressed pride in the accomplishment. “Having our MHA program externally reviewed and accredited by CAHME continues our College’s long-standing history of educating high-quality healthcare administrators and practitioners,” he said.
The accreditation of Central Michigan University’s MHA program underscores the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and signals to prospective students and employers alike that the program meets the high standards set by CAHME.
In an era of rapid healthcare transformation, the need for skilled healthcare administrators is paramount. Central Michigan University’s MHA program, now backed by CAHME accreditation, is poised to play a critical role in shaping the future of healthcare management, preparing its graduates to lead and innovate in an ever-evolving landscape.
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