Healthcare Administration, MS
Program Description
The Online Master of Science in Healthcare Administration program at Utah Tech University will consist of 42 credit hours. This program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in administrative roles in the healthcare industry, whether it be in private or public sectors. Students will have the chance to gain practical experience through internships, study abroad, and research initiatives. Additionally, the program incorporates the awarding of micro-credentials at significant milestones to acknowledge the students' progress and achievements.
Admission Requirements
- A B.A. or B.S. from a regionally accredited institution or the equivalent for international students with the following prerequisites a grade of B or higher) with an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.3 or greater.
- Submit a Personal statement of why you have chosen to pursue a career as a Healthcare Administrator.
- Submit official transcripts of undergraduate degree and prerequisite courses.
- Submit three (3) confidential letters of recommendation. Preference will be given to letters of recommendation that address the appliapplicant'semic experience.
- All international students must demonstrate language proficiency in Standard American English.
- Complete an interview with the Master of Science Healthcare Administration program admission committee.
Program Curriculum
42 credits
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| HLTH 6000 | Professional Development for Emerging Health Professionals | 3 |
| HLTH 6006 | Social Determinants of Health | 3 |
| HLTH 6007 | Healthcare Operations | 3 |
| HLTH 6008 | Healthcare Leadership and Ethics | 3 |
| HLTH 6009 | Healthcare Financial Analysis | 3 |
| HLTH 6010 | Health Law | 3 |
| HLTH 6012 | Healthcare Strategic Management | 3 |
| HLTH 6013 | Healthcare Administrative Internship | 3 |
| Choose one Track | ||
| Leadership Development Track | ||
| HLTH 6001 | Healthcare Economics and Policy | 3 |
| HLTH 6002 | Revenue Cycle Management and Health Plans | 3 |
| HLTH 6003 | Health Services Administration | 3 |
| HLTH 6004 | Marketing and Brand Management | 3 |
| HLTH 6005 | Healthcare Management Strategies | 3 |
| Biomedical Informatics Track | ||
| HLTH 6017 | Population and Public Health Informatics | 3 |
| HLTH 6018 | Data in Healthcare | 3 |
| HLTH 6019 | Foundations of Health Informatics | 3 |
| HLTH 6020 | Healthcare Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| HLTH 6021 | HIT Integration, Interoperability Standards | 3 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Choose one of the following courses: | ||
| HLTH 6014 | Research Seminar | 3 |
| HLTH 6015 | Biostatistics and Epidemiology | 3 |
| HLTH 6016 | Study Abroad | 3 |
Graduation Requirements
- Complete 42 approved credit hours with a grade of B- or higher.
- Apply for graduation by the dates posted.
- Complete all other program and university requirements.
Provide graduation standards. Provide justification if The number of credit or clock hours exceeds the credit limit for this program type described in R401-3.11, which can be found at higheredutah.org/policies/R401