Why CBS Healthcare?
An exceptional education
One of the finest business schools in the world, Columbia offers a rigorous core MBA curriculum designed to give students a solid foundation in academic disciplines and applied functional areas.
Healthcare “core competencies”
The program further incorporates a set of specific healthcare core competencies developed by Columbia faculty members and health industry experts, reflecting the unique knowledge and insight necessary for students to make an immediate contribution to, and succeed in, this diverse and dynamic sector.
University resources
Three world-class professional schools at Columbia University — Columbia Business School, Mailman School of Public Health and College of Physicians and Surgeons — partner to promote multidisciplinary healthcare management research and education, including through the efforts of the Columbia Alliance for Healthcare Management.
The New York City advantage
New York City is the epicenter of some of the world's largest healthcare corporations, as well as major investors in, and advisors to, the healthcare industry. Our students have a unique advantage seeking opportunities in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical products/devices, healthcare services, banking, venture capital/private equity and consulting.
Network: alumni and industry
A worldwide network of more than 36,000 alumni, including healthcare industry leaders, provides exceptional support to students and the faculty as guest lecturers, panel members and career mentors. A new Healthcare Executive Forum will bring together a distinguished group of senior executives to foster an informed debate of industry trends.
