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.
Humanities and Social Science – 12 hrs.
Mathematics and Science – 9 hrs.
Other – 12 hrs.
| BA 213 | Business Spreadsheets | 3 |
| COM 213 | Business Communication | 3 |
| | General Education Electives (6) | 6 |
Content Requirements - 78 hours
Required
| UE 111 | Online Learning Orientation | 1 |
| BA 201 | Professional Development & Strategies | 1 |
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| CSIT 103 | Introduction to Information Systems | 3 |
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| | Computer Literacy | 3 |
Electives – 28 hrs.
Required Core – 30 hrs.
| CSIT 123 | Computing Infrastructure Basics | 3 |
| HC 203 | US & World Healthcare Systems | 3 |
| HC 213 | Healthcare Market Analysis | 3 |
| HC 313 | Professional Relationships | 3 |
| HC 323 | Technology and Clinical Systems | 3 |
| HC 363 | Information Systems Strategies | 3 |
| HC 433 | Applied Finance & Revenue Cycle | 3 |
| HC 463 | Effective Quality Management | 3 |
| HC 473 | Healthcare Capstone | 3 |
| HR 343 | Healthcare Human Resource Management | 3 |
Subject Area Concentrations - 15 hrs.
Option 1: Information Systems
Option 2: Organizational Leadership
| LDR 103 | Introduction to Organization Leadership | 3 |
| LDR 203 | Leadership Strengths & Skills | 3 |
| LDR 333 | Organizational Leadership Development & Change | 3 |
| LDR 343 | Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| LDR 403 | Creativity, Innovation, and Influence | 3 |
Option 3: Healthcare Specialty
| | Healthcare Specialty courses | 15 |
Option 4: Communication
| COM 153 | Principles of Public Relations | 3 |
| COM 243 | Digital Media Creation | 3 |
| COM 253 | Event Planning & Promotion | 3 |
| COM 353 | Public Relations Writing & Production | 3 |
| COM 413 | Corporate & Organizational Communication | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 120