Healthcare organizations need leaders who understand both patient care and organizational strategy. Wilmington University’s MHA + MSN in Nursing Leadership dual-degree program prepares nurses to lead across clinical and administrative settings by combining advanced nursing leadership competencies with healthcare administration expertise. Students develop the skills to influence health policy, improve operational performance, manage complex healthcare systems, and drive meaningful change that improves outcomes for patients, providers, and organizations.
This streamlined dual-degree option allows students to earn both an MHA and MSN in Nursing Leadership through a coordinated 51-credit curriculum. This integration helps equip graduates with advanced nursing and business leadership qualifications while saving time and tuition.
Coursework focuses on strategy, finance, operations, healthcare informatics, reimbursement, and healthcare law as well as advanced nursing leadership studies in evidence-based practice, health equity, policy, ethics, and systems leadership. Hands-on coursework prepares students to lead interdisciplinary teams, improve organizational performance, and advance healthcare delivery across a variety of settings.
WilmU’s flexible learning formats help students balance graduate education with professional and personal commitments. Courses are taught by experienced practitioners who bring current healthcare challenges and leadership perspectives into the classroom.
Cost of a typical 3-credit graduate degree course.
Wilmington University tuition is based on cost-per-credit.
You only pay for the courses you need to complete your MHA + MSN degree.
Nurses bring an invaluable perspective to healthcare leadership because they understand patient care firsthand. This dual-degree program helps nurses build on that experience by developing the leadership and management skills needed to influence decisions at the organizational level. Graduates leave prepared to lead teams, improve care delivery, and take on new leadership opportunities throughout their careers. — Dr. Mary Pat Braudis, MHA Program Chair
