Doctor of Medical Science in Healthcare Leadership
Northeastern University

Program Details

Medical professionals who want to expand their career opportunities can pursue this online Doctor of Medical Science in Healthcare Leadership. Graduates of the program will be able to pursue roles in healthcare leadership, administration, advocacy, and education.

The curriculum can be completed entirely online, part-time, in just two years. Offered by an R1 research institution, this program was created in collaboration with healthcare leaders to provide students with both technical and management skills. Students will choose a specialized concentration and complete a thesis project related to their area of interest.

Choose from concentrations in:

  • Health Informatics
  • Health Informatics Research
  • Health Law
  • Public Health
  • Business Management
  • Interdisciplinary Healthcare Leadership
  • Pharmacy and Health Systems Science

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Northeastern University is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Must have a bachelor’s degree in a healthcare field and three years of health-related experience OR a master’s degree in healthcare