Health-care Reform and MBAs

Megilo, F. D. (2010). Health care: Rx for MBA job blues. Retrieved February 8, 2010 from: http://www.businessweek.com/bschools/content/feb2010/bs2010028_918003.htm

In this article, found on BusinessWeek.com website, the writer explains that even though many traditional employers have slowed their hiring of MBAs because of the economy, that there are many opportunities for business graduates in the health-care industry, especially if reform is enacted. Because of the vast challenges that face the health-care industry, MBAs are needed to help solve these problems even if there is no government endorsed reform, which is up in the air at this point. Many doctors need managers that understand the business side of health care. The author also states that MBAs that plan to go into health care need to have a basic understanding of what doctors and other health-care providers do. This is useful information for MBAs entering the job market but also, for managers outside of the health-care industry; it is important for all mangers have an understanding of health-care issues because of the effects these issues have on their firm and their employees.