Executive Doctorate of Health Administration in Denver United States | University of Colorado Denver

You're deeply committed to healthcare and aspire to lead with expertise. This hybrid doctoral program offers the flexibility to advance your healthcare education while managing professional and personal responsibilities. As a member of the prestigious Business School Alliance for Health Management (BAHM), we join an elite network of top-tier institutions such as Harvard, Northwestern, and the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School. Benefit from instruction by seasoned professionals across healthcare disciplines, including pharmacy, medicine, dentistry, and pharmaceutical sales. CU Denver's healthcare programs rank among the nation's top 25 for healthcare management and hold the top position for executives pursuing an MBA. Advance your career through our region's first CAHME-accredited program.
Our Executive Doctorate in Health Administration stands as the sole doctoral program of its kind in the Rocky Mountain area. The curriculum combines rigorous coursework with adaptable scheduling to meet modern professional demands. Designed specifically for healthcare leaders, our program delivers comprehensive business education through an entirely healthcare-centric curriculum. The hybrid learning model fosters meaningful in-person connections with faculty and peers while accommodating working professionals through asynchronous online components. You'll complete your core curriculum alongside a dedicated cohort, fostering enduring professional relationships through collaborative projects and presentations. After passing your qualifying exam, you'll work closely with a faculty advisor on your dissertation, which typically requires 12-18 months for proposal, research, defense, and presentation. The entire program is structured for completion in approximately three years.