Herzing University: MS in Health & Human Services Leadership

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Health and Human Services Leadership is a 31-credit graduate program which prepares behavioral health practitioners to advance to jobs in management or leadership. The degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in strategic planning, information literacy, fiscal management, policy, leadership of multidisciplinary teams, and much more.

Open doors to new career opportunities. Our master’s degree curriculum equips you with the tools to guide health and human services institutions towards a better future. Build upon your current education and experience in human services to begin making a new impact facilitating better outcomes for organizations and the communities they serve.

What You'll Learn

The Master of Science in Health and Human Services Leadership program prepares students with the skills and knowledge to effectively lead and manage health and human services organizations. This interdisciplinary program combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the diverse and complex landscape of health and human services. It integrates principles from various disciplines such as sociology, psychology, healthcare, and public administration to provide a well-rounded perspective. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including community health, public health, vulnerable populations, social work, fiscal management, resource management, and policy development. It emphasizes the development of leadership, strategic planning, and management skills essential for guiding health and human service organizations.

The program also promotes the use of research and data analysis to inform decision-making and improve service delivery. Graduates of this program can become leaders in improving the health and well-being of diverse communities, groups, and individuals, making a meaningful impact in the field of health and human services.

Career Preparation 

Our master’s degree curriculum, designed in collaboration with industry experts, puts emphasis on the application of skills as opposed to strictly scholarly writing.

Students are consistently challenged with real-world tasks and challenges they may encounter in the future in a leadership position, learning how to apply evidence-based practices reflecting emerging global trends.

This is a 100% online program. There is no field work, clinicals, or internship included as part of the program. Flexible online graduate coursework is designed to help working students earn the education they need to advance or switch career paths while continuing to work.

Admission Requirements

Enrollment prerequisites to enroll in Herzing’s Master of Science in Health and Human Services Leadership program include:

• Completed bachelor’s or graduate degree from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or have completed a three or four year bachelor’s degree at a foreign college or university recognized as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree by an approved foreign credential evaluator.
• Meet and interview with a Herzing admissions advisor
• Complete an application form
• No minimum GMAT/GRE score is required for eligibility!
• Reside in an Eligible State for Enrollment:  Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York,  North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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