A restructuring of the United States' health care system is at the top of many government agendas. With an MBA in health care management you can be in the forefront of this much needed change. You'll be acquiring the essentials of an MBA degree with regard to marketing, operations, strategy, and finance but with a focus on the health care industry and patient care. Upon graduation you will be able to find career opportunities in a wide assortment of institutions, including hospitals, private practices, and the Medicaid and Medicare agencies. With the demand for degree holders in this field so high, you can expect to find jobs with a starting salary of $60,000 plus.