President and Chief Executive Officer

About the Organization:

Since 1968, the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) has advanced the quality of healthcare management education worldwide.

CAHME accredits graduate programs in healthcare management, focusing on leadership, quality and safety, and population health. Through partnerships with leading institutions, CAHME ensures graduates have the competencies and experiences to excel and lead in healthcare.

Recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation, CAHME is an inclusive, innovative organization committed to excellence, flexibility, and professional growth. For more information about CAHME, please visit: CAHME.org.

President & CEO Opportunity

CAHME seeks a visionary leader to partner with the board and shape strategy that elevates healthcare management education. The President & CEO will oversee financial management, accreditation processes, and service development, leading a remote, high‑performing team and fostering transparency, trust, and innovation. This chief executive will partner with the board to shape a differentiating strategy that improves the quality of healthcare management education.

Accreditation and continuous improvement are at the heart of CAHME’s mission, and the President & CEO will work with programs and partner organizations to achieve the highest standards of excellence in healthcare management education and to support innovation. Ensuring trusting, authentic, and continuous feedback with programs, partner organizations, and the broader community will be integral to success.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Master’s degree required (CAHME-accredited preferred)

• Executive leadership experience in one of the following:

• University or academic environment

• Healthcare accreditation, regulation, or compliance

• Healthcare association or nonprofit organization

• Healthcare‑providing organization

• Quality assurance, patient safety, or risk management

• Expertise in accreditation, compliance, and healthcare management

• Strategic vision, financial acumen, and board governance experience

• Strong communication, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement skills

Search Process

To express interest or nominate a potential candidate for the CAHME President & CEO position, please email: .

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