Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management at UMPI

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Are you ready to build specialized, master’s-level expertise in Healthcare Management? This certificate is designed for professionals seeking specialized knowledge and practical skills in Healthcare Management. Drawing on courses from UMPI’s Master of Science in Business program, the certificate provides targeted expertise, preparing graduates to meet industry demands while enhancing their leadership, decision-making, and ethical business practices.

This 18-credit, graduate-level certificate draws on courses from UMPI’s Master of Science in Business program and provides practical skills aligned with the Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management. Through this flexible and affordable option, you can explore master’s-level courses and build specialized credentials without committing to a full master’s degree.

Designed with today’s learners in mind, this competency-based certificate allows you to progress at your own pace, making it ideal for those balancing work, life, and career advancement. Whether you’re aiming to complete your certification quickly or take it one course at a time, UMPI’s YourPace learning model supports your goals with a student-first approach.

As one of the most affordable options among top universities offering master’s certificates, this online certificate positions you for long-term impact in organizational settings and on your own schedule.

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What Is Competency-Based Education?

Designed to leverage your previous knowledge, college coursework, and work experience, competency-based education enables you to earn your degree at your pace as you demonstrate mastery of relevant academic content.

How our YourPace online programs save you time and money:

  • Prove your knowledge, move ahead—the faster you advance, the more you save
  • Flat tuition rate per 8-week session, no matter how many courses you complete
  • With no weekly deadlines, you control the speed of completion*

*Time to completion varies by student and is based on several factors including prior college coursework, relevant work experience, amount of time dedicated to studying, and the number of courses completed each session.

Upcoming Session Dates

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YourPace Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management — Offering

UMPI’s Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management explores the methodologies used to coordinate resources and guide team initiatives toward specific goals. Professionals in this program develop practical strategies for managing workflow and improving overall organizational effectiveness.

Explore Our Online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management

This certificate is designed for professionals seeking specialized knowledge and practical skills in Healthcare Management. Drawing on courses from UMPI’s Master of Science in Business program, the certificate provides targeted expertise, preparing graduates to meet industry demands while enhancing their leadership, decision-making, and ethical business practices. This certificate provides knowledge of healthcare policy, financial management, and organizational strategy within the healthcare sector. It is designed for professionals seeking to advance in the fast-changing healthcare industry.

Graduates of the certificate program will be able to:

  1. Analyze healthcare policies and regulatory frameworks to determine their impact on organizational strategy and decision-making.
  2. Apply financial and operational management principles to improve effectiveness and efficiency within healthcare systems.
  3. Evaluate quality improvement initiatives and healthcare performance outcomes using data-informed approaches.
  4. Demonstrate leadership and strategic decision-making skills appropriate for complex and evolving healthcare environments.

YourPace Tuition

Learn more about our affordable tuition

The YourPace Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management offers an affordable flat tuition rate, ensuring you pay the same amount per session regardless of how many courses you complete. With no hidden fees or additional textbook costs, this flexible competency-based education certificate allows you to save more the faster you finish. Whether you’re looking to accelerate your degree or complete courses at your own pace, you’ll benefit from transparent pricing and a cost-effective learning experience through the University of Maine at Presque Isle.

Tuition breakdown:

$2,450 per session

Flat-Rate Tuition

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YourPace Admissions

Requirements for this Healthcare Management Graduate Certificate

We’ve made the admission process simple and streamlined so it’s easier for you to get started. Those interested in earning their competency-based education Graduate certificate in Healthcare Management should have an undergraduate degree and possess some prior college credit and/or work experience.

Admission Requirements:

No Application Fee

Minimum 3.0 GPA

We’ve streamlined the admission process so it’s easy for you to get started. Here is the information you need to apply:

Admission Requirements (Graduate)

Eligibility:

Admission to YourPace graduate degree programs and non-degree graduate coursework is open to applicants who are 20 years of age or older at the time of application.  Graduate applicants (degree seeking and non-degree) under the age of 20 may be considered by exception, provided they meet specific criteria.

Graduate Applicants (under the age of 20) must meet all of the following:

  • Have a conferred bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. institution or an equivalent international institution
  • Are at least 18 years of age at the time of application

Required Documents for Eligible Applicants:

  • Completed YourPace Graduate Application
  • Official college transcripts verifying college credit earned from an accredited U.S. institution or an equivalent international institution.
    • UMS Transcripts are accessible to UMPI and do not need to be submitted by the applicant
    • Official transcripts from any institution from which you have earned graduate credit are required for credit transfer evaluation. A maximum of six credits can be applied to graduate programs. Graduate-level credit may be evaluated provided the credits were earned from an accredited U.S. university or a comparable international university.
    • Official transcripts must be submitted by the issuing institution directly to the Shared Processing Center: edocs@maine.edu or by an approved transcript service such as Parchment or the National Student Clearing House.
  • Applicants whose GPAs are less than 3.0 are required to submit a personal statement.
    • The personal statement (not to exceed 500 words) should reflect the applicant’s ability to write at the graduate level, with attention to appropriate grammar, spelling, form, and structure in preparing the statement.
    • Applicants are asked to respond to the following: Explain how you will ensure your academic success in this graduate program and overcome challenges you may have experienced with your undergraduate program of studies.
  • A clear copy of a valid, government-issued photo ID that includes date of birth

International students are eligible to apply and enroll; however, an I-20 will NOT be provided as this is a fully online degree program. In addition to the standard admissions requirements, international students must also meet the additional requirements specific to international applicants.

Specific Requirements for International Students

Students from around the world are eligible and welcome to apply. Please note that additional requirements related to English Proficiency and international transcripts may be applicable. For full International Students YourPace Admissions requirements, please use the button below.

YourPace Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management — Courses

The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s YourPace Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management is designed to provide you with the focused coursework aligned with the Master of Science in Business and MSB certificate requirements.

A look at the Healthcare Management Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management at the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) is a fully online, competency-based program designed for working professionals who want focused graduate-level coursework without putting their career or personal commitments on hold.

Built for maximum flexibility, the YourPace format allows you to leverage your professional experience and move through coursework at your own pace as you demonstrate mastery of relevant business competencies.

Through targeted courses in Healthcare Management, you can build specialized credentials while strengthening practical skills in leadership, decision-making, communication, and ethical business practice.

Whether you are looking to pivot into a new role or gain specialized credentials for your current career, this certificate provides a flexible pathway toward your goals.

Certificate Requirements – 18 Credit Hours

This course provides an overview of healthcare policy development and regulatory frameworks. Topics include healthcare reform, policy analysis, and the impact of regulations on healthcare organizations.

This course explores financial management principles specific to the healthcare industry. Topics include healthcare budgeting, reimbursement systems, and the economic factors influencing healthcare organizations.

This course focuses on strategic management principles applied to healthcare organizations. Topics include strategic planning, organizational development, and leadership in the healthcare sector.

This course examines quality management and patient safety in healthcare settings. Topics include accreditation standards, performance measurement, and strategies for improving healthcare quality.

This course explores the use of information systems and technology in healthcare. Topics include electronic health records, data analytics, and the integration of technology for improving healthcare delivery.

This course examines ethical considerations in healthcare management. Topics include ethical decision-making, patient rights, and the ethical challenges faced by healthcare leaders.

NECHE


The University of Maine at Presque Isle is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

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UMPI is a respected member of the University of Maine System.

C-BEN


UMPI is proud to be a member institution in the Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN).