HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT
BS BUSINESS major
BACHELOR of SCIENCE
APPLYING BUSINESS PRINCIPLES in HEALTH CARE SETTINGS
HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT
the MAJOR
HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT :
The planning, organizing and coordinating of business operations in the health care system. Positions in this career path often are administrators of hospitals, clinics, health insurers or public health systems.
THE MAJOR PROGRAM IS COMPRISED OF A BUSINESS CORE, HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT CORE AND THEN ELECTIVES FROM A NUMBER OF BUSINESS DISCIPLINES.
Earning a Bachelor of Science with a major in Health Care Management demonstrates that you have a well-rounded understanding of business principles in hospital systems and other health care settings and how to manage them efficiently. The program focuses on developing value-added skills for health-related professions through exposing students to a wide range of subjects emphasizing leadership, team building, performance management and ethics.
COURSEWORK TOPICS INCLUDE: American Health Care Systems Management of Health Care Organizations Medical Terminology Health Information Technology Applications Health Care Financial Management Medical Care Organization Analysis of Health Care Markets Health Care Law Health Care Management Strategy
why HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT ?
Health Care Administrators are in high demand with a job growth outlook of 28%. If you want to work in a health care environment, but are interested in business, then a Health Care Management major can provide you with a solid foundation to oversee business principles in health care settings. This foundation develops skills such as organizing and financing health care services and working alongside physicians and clinicians to support patient care.
the SKILLS
ENGAGED LEARNING
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS FOR LEARNING AND NETWORKING.
There are over ten dedicated student organizations that are active in the College of Business including: The Accounting Association, American Marketing Association, Beta Alpha Psi, Beta Gamma Sigma, the Financial Management Association, Sport Management Club and Viking’s Real Estate Club.
INTERNSHIPS, CO-OPS and CAREERS
A PROMISING FUTURE FILLED WITH EXPANSIVE AND ENGAGING OPPORTUNITIES.
Health Care Management students are required to participate in at least one internship within their major in order to graduate. This requirement provides immense opportunity for students to network and gain real-life experience.
EMPLOYERS include
Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging
Cleveland Clinic
Eliza Jennings Health Campus
Government Agencies Related to Health Care
Home Health Care Agencies
Long-term Care Facilities
Medical Mutual
Medicare/Medicaid
Metro Health
National Institute of Health
Non-profits
Pharmaceutical Companies
University Hospitals
Veterans Affairs
the MINORS
Accounting
Economics
Entrepreneurship
Finance
CAREER outlook
28% expected job growth
Medical and Health Services Manager
$101,340 median salary
Medical and Health Services Manager Manager
(Source: BLS.gov)
National Health Care Expenditures are estimated to be $12,914 per person and account for 18.3% of the Gross Domestic Product.
(Source: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid)
the CAREERS
Administrator
Budget and Forecast Manager
Compliance Officer
Finance Manager
Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
Health Care Department Manager
Health Care Informatics
Human Resources
Quality and Improvement Manager
Patient Care Specialist/Advocate
Pharmaceutical/Medical Device Sales
Policy and Procedure Development
Physician Practice Manager
Supply Chain
COMPLEMENT AND ENHANCE YOUR HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF SPECIFIC BUSINESS SKILLS THROUGH MINOR COURSE WORK AND APPLICATION.
Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
Human Resources Management
Information Systems
International Business
Marketing
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Professional Selling
Property Management
Sport & Entertainment Management
Taxation
My HCA professor empowered me throughout my studies and encouraged me throughout my internship experience in Kenya working at the Gender Based Violence Recover Centre. My experience was eye-opening, impactful and empowering.”
RACHEL A. MURPHY HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT MAJOR PROFESSIONAL SELLING MINOR 2023 GRADUATE
TAKE the NEXT STEP
APPLY TODAY – YOU HAVE NOTHING TO LOSE.
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Apply as early as possible to get your admittance decision.
Applying and getting a decision allows you to apply for and receive financial aid and scholarship packages to help you make your college selection.
Applications for Fall Semester open annually on August 1.
INCOMING FRESHMEN apply for the Honors Program: January 15; all other Programs: March 1.
TRANSFER STUDENTS apply for the Honors Program: February 28; all others programs: April 1.
