Typically no, some students in MHA degree programs have a healthcare education background, some students have a business-related education background such as in finance, economics, marketing management, whereas some students have a science-related education background in an area such as biological science and clinical disciplines, and some students have an education background in an area such as political science, history, religion, English, and sociology. MHA degree candidates typically need a bachelor degree from an accredited college or university. Some schools prefer applicants with a bachelor's degree in a healthcare related field.