Future Healthcare Leaders Connect with Industry Titans
Aspiring Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) students were recently granted a remarkable opportunity to learn from the best in the business during the annual C-Suite Roundtable, a distinguished gathering at Seton Hall University’s South Orange campus. Designed to bridge academia and industry, this event brings together students and healthcare leaders to delve into the pressing topic: “Financial Sustainability of Healthcare Organizations: A Plan of Action.”
A Night of Networking and Insights
Before the formal discussions began, the evening kicked off with a networking session where students mingled with seasoned executives. This provided them a unique platform to ask burning questions and explore potential mentorship pathways. As stated in Seton Hall University, the collaboration between Seton Hall’s MHA program and the American College of Healthcare Executives New Jersey chapter has been instrumental in offering such rich, experiential learning opportunities.
Keynote Wisdom
Michele Sutton, FACHE, the CEO of North Oaks Health System, delivered an engaging keynote address focusing on the current financial hurdles besetting healthcare institutions. Her strategic insights on how to maintain organizational sustainability amidst rising costs and operational demands resonated deeply with attendees. She emphasized a shift towards innovative and proactive financial planning to navigate the evolving healthcare terrain effectively.
Diverse Panel Perspectives
Adding to the breadth of the event, a captivating panel discussion followed featuring executives like Stella Visaggio, CPA, and Ed Jimenez, MBA, who shared real-world strategies on dealing with reimbursement pressures and operational challenges. This dynamic exchange provided students with actionable knowledge and illustrative examples of cost-effective model development.
Students Reflect on Experience
Student attendees left enriched, with Imani Chambers, a first-year MHA student, expressing newfound appreciation for the intricate financial strategies employed by healthcare executives. “It’s enlightening to witness first-hand how experienced leaders tackle real challenges,” she mentioned, echoing the sentiments of her peers.
Seton Hall’s MHA Program: Launching Careers
Praised by U.S. News & World Report, Seton Hall’s MHA program welcomes a diverse array of healthcare aspirants. Offering dual delivery formats, the program ensures that students receive an education that is both flexible and comprehensive, enhancing their career trajectories in various healthcare environments.
By engaging directly with industry experts, Seton Hall students are poised not only to succeed academically but also to contribute significantly to the healthcare sector’s bright future.
