Healthcare Systems Leadership, DNP/MBA
Learn how to lead nursing teams within healthcare systems — and earn two degrees in less than 3 years. You’ll take Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses that teach you how to lead fiscally, operationally and strategically. Simultaneously, you’ll dive into the Doctor of Nursing Practice curriculum that teaches you the systems thinking you need to advance in your field.
Explore Innovative Nurse Leadership & Social Justice
Build upon the Master of Business Administration curriculum and the strength of our USF faculty. Learn how to leverage data and AI to create systems of quality care that improve patient outcomes. Dive into a professional learning experience that fosters key connections for success.
Work with Masagung Graduate School of Management Faculty
Draw upon the strengths of our management and nursing faculty who are rooted in social justice and working to change the health of the world from here.
How to Apply
This MBA/DNP dual degree is offered for those in our Health Systems Leadership (HSL) with a concentration in Management program. To apply, submit your DNP application to our HSL program, and make sure to fill out the supplemental application for dual degree applicants. Along with your application, please submit a brief essay — about 250 words — indicating your interest in this dual degree program and how an MBA degree will help support you in your future goals.
Delivery Format
The part-time MBA courses are taught online while the DNP programs are taught in a hybrid format.