Do You Have What It Takes? (to become a healthcare executive)

What do employers look for in their entry-level managers?

Here are some of the criteria:

• Academic training/previous work experience
• A degree in health administration from a school accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education or another degree that may qualify you (VERY IMPORTANT: ACCREDITED SCHOOL, NOT just ANY school! Don't waste your time, money & energy.)
• A commitment to professional development and continuing education
• Previous positions, internships, and fellowships in healthcare organizations or other business settings
• Communication skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to develop and present reports and proposals
• Adaptability/organizational fit
• Personal and career objectives that mesh with those of the organization
• Ability to work well with others, including superiors, subordinates, and peers
• Attitude and appearance that communicate confidence, maturity, and competence
• Dependability, judgment, character
• Maturity to make decisions and take responsibility for them
• Honest and ethical business conduct
• Willingness to make a commitment to the organization
• General management skills
• Leadership that inspires and motivates others
• Ability to train, delegate, evaluate, coordinate, and negotiate