Transforming the healthcare industry
Healthcare is one of the largest and fastest growing business fields today. To transform the industry and solve complex issues, healthcare management needs fearless leaders like you.
Whether you have prior experience in healthcare or are starting fresh, the Master’s in Healthcare Leadership and Management prepares you for a career in the industry with curriculum and instruction tailored to your needs.
The Naveen Jindal School graduate program in Healthcare Leadership and Management is a 36-hour degree plan that combines student-centric, market-relevant, experiential learning, engaged healthcare industry partners and personalized leadership development. The core credits give students a foundation in the skills needed for management and leadership roles in the industry, with four optional concentrations that allow you to customize your degree plan based on your individual career ambitions.
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From hospital and home-health administrators to electronic-health-records executives, students learn from various experienced healthcare professionals and excellent faculty.
The MS in Healthcare Leadership and Management faculty is comprised of seasoned business leaders, experienced healthcare professionals, medical school faculty and a select group of accomplished physician executives. The curriculum centers on student interaction, real-life case studies and leadership problems. This combination of leadership and curriculum equips graduates to be the healthcare change-makers of the future.
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Match is the Director of Procurement Solutions at Vizient, where he leads initiatives aimed at improving healthcare performance. With a focus on leveraging analytical insights and fostering client partnerships, Match drives project success through strategic thinking and outstanding communication. His dedication to maximizing the benefits of Vizient’s offerings across diverse client scenarios highlights his commitment to enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in healthcare procurement. Match’s ability to build positive relationships and deliver strategic solutions underscores his expertise and enthusiasm in the field.
Assistant Market Director – Patient Access, Parallon HCA Healthcare
Cedeno started his career with Parallon in January 2022 as part of Parallon’s Manager In Training program where he served at Medical City Dallas, Medical City Heart and Spine, and Medical City Arlington. Cedeno received a recent promotion to Assistant Market Director for Patient Access where he continues to drive exceptional operational performance and deliver team engagement. During his tenure with Parallon, Cedeno has been involved with many projects and has been instrumental in Medical City Dallas’s top tier performance. Cedeno graduated from The University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Management in 2021 and his Master’s degree in 2023 as part of the Healthcare Leadership and Management program.
Karun Joseph is a Senior Sourcing Analyst at Health Care Service Corporation. She graduated from the MS in Healthcare Leadership and Management program in 2023. Joseph has successfully implemented sourcing strategies and processes, managed supplier relationships, and led cross-functional projects aimed at optimizing continuous improvement within the procurement organization. Her expertise in strategic sourcing and process improvement is instrumental in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement function.
Perez is a distinguished MS Healthcare Leadership and Management graduate from UT Dallas. During his time there, he also served as the president for the Elite Scholar and Leader Program. He is currently working as a Schedule Capacity Analyst II at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He also serves as the Vice-Chair for the ACHE NTX Student Council and as the Chair for the Member Engagement Committee for NALHE DFW. Driven by a commitment to innovation in healthcare, Perez aims to enhance healthcare quality and access while reducing costs, ensuring that everyone can afford high-quality care. Deeply rooted in Texas, he is dedicated to fostering collaboration and understanding within the healthcare community, believing that unity and mutual respect are key to achieving common goals.
Sonal Patel, RDN, is a Public Health Specialist at Dallas County Health and Human Services. She completed her MBA/MS in Healthcare Leadership and Management at the University of Texas at Dallas in 2024. As a dedicated health and wellness professional, Patel brings a wealth of experience from corporate wellness to clinical practice, consistently achieving high patient satisfaction and improved health outcomes. With extensive expertise in program development and implementation, she excels in communication and collaboration, making her a valuable asset in any health and wellness initiative.
Jason Mikhaiel is the Medicaid Eligibility Area Manager, following his role as a CSO Manager in Training at Parallon. With extensive experience in customer service and a passion for engaging with people, Mikhaiel is always eager to gain new experiences and embrace new opportunities. He recently earned his Master’s degree in Healthcare Management from the University of Texas at Dallas. Mikhaiel thrives on challenges that push and motivate him to innovate and find better ways to accomplish tasks. He believes in the endless pursuit of knowledge, regardless of one’s experience or tenure.
Kyasa is a dedicated physician from India. Upon graduating from the MS Healthcare Leadership and Management program, he secured a position as a Clinical Research Coordinator at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. With a robust proficiency in Epic software, eClinicalWorks, and clinical monitoring, Kyasa brings a diverse skill set to healthcare operations. His expertise extends to research design development, marketing strategy, and the pharmaceutical industry. Kyasa is committed to advancing healthcare outcomes and is eager to connect and collaborate with others in the medical community on innovative healthcare solutions.
Boost your career in a growing industry with the experience and knowledge gained from the Master’s in Healthcare Leadership and Management program.
The MS in Healthcare Leadership and Management at the Naveen Jindal School of Management equips you with the skills and tools needed to be an effective and innovative leader. The curriculum provides real-world experience, a competency-based learning model and a focus on building leadership skills. Simultaneously, the Jindal School Career Management Center is dedicated to assisting students with internships and connections to the healthcare job market. This combination ensures that you are ready to catapult your career trajectory.
Learn more about the career options you have as an MS in HLM graduatetop10
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Demographic and Other Information
74% Female
26% Male
596 GMAT
306 GRE
25
3% African American
36% Asian
14% Hispanic
9% International
5% Two or more
1% Unknown
31% White
3.3 Undergraduate
3.5 Graduate
Business, Liberal Arts, Mathematics, Science
87% of graduates from the UT Dallas MS in Healthcare Leadership and Management program place within an average salary of $76,000. The median income after 5 years in the industry is $97,000, with those in the 75th percentile earning $124,000.
the According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, Overall employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 13 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations; this increase is expected to result in about 2 million new jobs over the decade.
The Jindal School awards scholarships to competitive new incoming students admitted in the fall and spring and current students just prior to each fall.
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