Put your Finger on the Pulse of Healthcare with a Healthcare Business Administration Degree
Healthcare is a booming industry. As the aging population continues to grow, so does the need for educated healthcare leaders who can help plan, direct, and coordinate health services and improve patient care. At UMS, you can enhance your Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree with a concentration in Healthcare Administration.
Why earn a healthcare business administration degree at UMS?
- Median annual salary of $96,540 for medical and health services managers*
- 20% projected job growth for medical and health services managers through 2026*
- Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
- Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree
You'll gain an in-depth understanding of healthcare organizations through sector-specific topic coverage in economics, reimbursement, delivery, quality management, research methods and human resource principles.
See Yourself Succeed in Healthcare Administration
The online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Administration covers healthcare-specific topics within the context of a general business course of study. It’s perfect for professionals seeking a business-oriented degree who are interested in the health administration field.
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission – to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of enrolling in the online healthcare business administration program at UMS include:
- Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation
- Convenience. Access your coursework when and where you want – our online classroom is available 24/7
- Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your undergraduate degree at your own pace, over six 8-week terms throughout the academic year
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for internship and career opportunities
- Simple application process. Just fill out an online undergraduate application, and we’ll retrieve U.S. transcripts from your previous institutions and automatically complete an official credit evaluation. Plus, there’s no application fee
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
- Transfer-friendly enrollment. Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree
Career Outlook
Demand is high for educated and experienced healthcare administration professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 20% through 2026.* In addition, the median salary for industry professionals in May 2016 was $96,540.*
UMS's healthcare business administration program prepares you for a variety of roles, such as community health manager, health policy analyst, health promotion specialist, health services manager and medical services administrator. Positions exist in various settings, including:
- Behavioral health organizations
- Consulting firms
- Governmental healthcare agencies
- Health insurance companies
- Hospitals
- Long-term care facilities
- National health associations
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Physician offices
Curriculum
The online healthcare business administration program will give you a foundation in business with an added focus in healthcare. Coursework covers topics such as healthcare delivery systems, reimbursement, ethics, quality management, and research and evaluation methods.
Courses To Prepare You For Your Career
UMS's bachelor's in healthcare administration program includes:
- General education
- Business core
- Degree-specific courses
General Education Program
Our programs are designed to equip you with the skills and insights you need to move forward. In recent years, employers have stressed the need for graduates with higher order skills - the skills that go beyond technical knowledge - such as:
- Writing
- Communication
- Analysis
- Problem solving
All undergraduate students are required to take general education classes. Through foundation, exploration and integration courses, students learn to think critically, creatively and collaboratively, giving you the edge employers are looking for.
Business Core Program
Programs in the School of Business require learners to complete the business core program, which includes a variety of business-specific courses. This program focuses on 10 core competencies to prepare you for success wherever you go.
Courses May Include
Program Outcomes
- Promote dynamic organizational cultures that establish strategic visions, methodically analyze and interpret data based on sound healthcare delivery and statistical principles, and embrace change for continuous health care quality improvement
- Promote dynamic organizational cultures that establish strategic visions, methodically analyze and interpret data based on sound healthcare delivery and statistical principles, and embrace change for continuous health care quality improvement
- Develop business management approaches that align with organizational philosophies and help build collaborative relationships with diverse teams
- Problem-solve across functional areas by integrating personal values with ethical, legal, and socially responsible business practices
- Articulate implications of global and societal contexts on business decisions
- Recommend strategic and creative business options using data gathered through research and current technological applications
- Communicate effectively to diverse internal and external audiences to contribute to a positive team climate and address various strategic and operational business needs
