Doctor of Nursing Practice + MBA in Health Care

Wilmington University

This flexible and affordable dual-degree program provides candidates the opportunity to earn Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master of Business Administration in Health Care Administration degrees simultaneously. Advanced practice registered nurses and nurse leaders will acquire the requisite skills to succeed in an increasingly complex health care environment.

Hands-On Courses Guided by Seasoned Health Care Leaders

Doctorally prepared DNP faculty will lead you to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice through coursework, experiential engagement hours and a Doctor of Nursing Practice project. Choose Advanced Practice or Leadership concentrations to align your degree with your career goals.

Excel in the Business of Health Care Administration

The MBA in Health Care Administration is designed with an emphasis on executive skills development as well as quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques. WilmU’s DNP + MBA will prepare you with business and entrepreneurial expertise through courses that include Introduction to Data Analytics, Global Marketing Management, and Healthcare Economics and the Business of Practice.

Earn Your DNP + MBA Your Way

Forward-thinking in its flexibility, this dual DNP + MBA program allows you to earn your degree 100% online. Wilmington University has educated students online for more 15 years and has received recognition for excellence in eLearning and exemplary online course programs.

Choose from 2 Specialized Concentrations for your DNP + MBA Degree

Advanced Practice
Leadership

Career and Industry Outlook for Doctor of Nursing Practice Graduates

A DNP degree offers the highest practice-focused degree in nursing and is designed to prepare expert clinicians, ready for career growth.

This dual degree option provides students the opportunity to earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration simultaneously. Advanced Practice Registered Nurses and Nurse Leaders with acquire the requisite skills to succeed in a complex healthcare environment. Graduates of the dual degree option will be prepared as executive leaders and entrepreneurs with both healthcare and business expertise.

Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is designed for nurses who hold a master’s degree in nursing and offers an educational pathway to earn the highest clinically focused doctoral degree in nursing. Upon completion of the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program, students will possess forward-thinking clinical and systems leadership skills to promote the application of evidence-based practice to address the nation’s increasingly complex healthcare needs.

Master of Business Administration

The MBA program is designed to prepare students for management and leadership positions in all types of business enterprises including healthcare organizations, financial institutions, and not-for-profit organizations. The program emphasizes executive skills development, quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques, and the knowledge and professional capabilities necessary for the execution of complex managerial duties in today’s global business environment.