Spring 2024 Trine Course Catalog

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration (120 hrs.)

The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration program prepares students to be effective leaders in healthcare facilities that understand issues impacting healthcare delivery. Students will develop a firm understanding of healthcare information systems, business concepts, policies, finances and leadership tools used within the healthcare industry. Students will also explore unique challenges in the healthcare industry and examine external factors impacting patient outcomes and the delivery of care.

Outcomes

Analyze the administration of a healthcare organization and elements that impact patient outcomes.

Examine ethical, legal, and financial factors that impact the management and distribution of healthcare services in the US.

Recognize the leadership tools and cultural competencies necessary to interact with a diverse staff and patient population.

Implement healthcare information technology to improve organizational outcomes and objectives.

Cultivate actionable insights from data to guide continuous improvement and strategic planning.

Apply analytical and measurable reasoning to address healthcare issues.

Degree Requirements

General Education Requirements - 42 hours

Communication – 9 hrs.

ENG 133Technical Communication

3

Or

ENG 143College Composition

3

 

HUM 203Humanities Seminar

3

SP 203Effective Speaking

3

Humanities and Social Science – 12 hrs.

ECO 353Healthcare Regulations

3

COM 233Intercultural Communication

3

PHL 353Ethical Issues in Medical Care

3

PSY 113Principles of Psychology

3

Mathematics and Science – 9 hrs.

MA 113College Algebra

3

MA 253Statistics

3

BIO 163Medical Terminology

3

Other – 12 hrs.

BA 213Business Spreadsheets

3

COM 213Business Communication

3

General Education Electives (6)

6

Content Requirements - 78 hours

Required

UE 111Online Learning Orientation

1

BA 201Professional Development & Strategies

1

 

CSIT 103Introduction to Information Systems

3

Or

Computer Literacy

3

Electives – 28 hrs.

Electives (28)

28

Required Core – 30 hrs.

CSIT 123Computing Infrastructure Basics

3

HC 203US & World Healthcare Systems

3

HC 213Healthcare Market Analysis

3

HC 313Professional Relationships

3

HC 323Technology and Clinical Systems

3

HC 363Information Systems Strategies

3

HC 433Applied Finance & Revenue Cycle

3

HC 463Effective Quality Management

3

HC 473Healthcare Capstone

3

HR 343Healthcare Human Resource Management

3

Subject Area Concentrations - 15 hrs.

Option 1: Information Systems
CSIT 163Using Programming to Solve Problems

3

CSIT 223Network Management

3

CSIT 253Artificial Intelligence & Information

3

INF 263Data Management

3

INF 343Information Security

3

Option 2: Organizational Leadership
LDR 103Introduction to Organization Leadership

3

LDR 203Leadership Strengths & Skills

3

LDR 333Organizational Leadership Development & Change

3

LDR 343Conflict Resolution

3

LDR 403Creativity, Innovation, and Influence

3

Option 3: Healthcare Specialty
Healthcare Specialty courses

15

Option 4: Communication
COM 153Principles of Public Relations

3

COM 243Digital Media Creation

3

COM 253Event Planning & Promotion

3

COM 353Public Relations Writing & Production

3

COM 413Corporate & Organizational Communication

3

Total Credit Hours: 120