Management, Health Care Management Concentration, M.S.
Program overview
The Health Care Management concentration prepares students to lead, manage, and innovate in one of today’s fastest-growing and most dynamic industries. You will gain a strong understanding of the U.S. health care system, health care finance, policy, and organizational leadership while exploring the challenges facing providers, insurers, and patients. Through the study of strategic management, quality improvement, and ethical decision-making, you’ll develop the skills to improve patient outcomes, enhance organizational performance, and lead teams in an evolving health care environment.
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PLO 1: Demonstrate an understanding of, and evaluate the appropriate use of management processes, concepts, and methodologies.
PLO 2: Examine professional ethics in light of legal, organizational, and societal responsibilities. Integrate ethical thinking into all aspects of decision making.
PLO 3: Discuss the significant influences of management in personal, organizational, and societal contexts while articulating the challenges and benefits of managing business activities in a global and diverse world.
PLO 4: Communicate effectively in written and oral form with a range of audiences to present ideas, decisions, and recommendations on business issues.
PLO 5: Apply core health care management terms, concepts, and processes. Explain how management integrates functional areas of health care organizationally and creates value for customers while adding competitive advantage for organizations.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Code | Title | Credits |
ACC-6650 | Accounting for Managers | 3 |
BAN-6001 | Business Analytics for Managers | 3 |
FIN-6001 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
MGT-6001 | Organization and Strategy | 3 |
MKT-6001 | Marketing for Managers | 3 |
IT-6001 | Information Systems for Managers | 3 |
MGT-6998/MGT-6990 taken each semester can substitute for 6998 | Capstone Project | 3 |
HC-6001 | US Health Care Delivery and Markets | 3 |
HC-6002 | Leadership and Innovation in Health Care | 3 |
HC-6003 | Health Care Finance and Reimbursement | 3 |
HC-6004 | Special Topics in Health Care | 3 |
Total Credits | 33 |
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
Featured Courses
U.S. Health Care Delivery and Markets
Leadership and Innovation in Health Care
Health Care Finance and Reimbursement
Special Topics in Health Care
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
🏥 Healthcare Administrator – You will manage operations within hospitals, clinics, or healthcare systems to ensure efficient and effective patient services.
📊 Healthcare Operations Manager – You will coordinate healthcare processes, improve organizational performance, and oversee day-to-day operations.
📈 Healthcare Data or Policy Analyst – You will analyze healthcare data and policies to improve health systems and support strategic decision-making.
💼 Health Services Manager – You will lead teams and manage programs that support patient care, healthcare delivery, and organizational goals.
🏢 Healthcare Consultant – You will advise healthcare organizations on management practices, operational improvements, and regulatory compliance.
🌍 Public Health Program Manager – You will oversee health programs and initiatives within public health agencies or nonprofit organizations.