Bachelor's Degree

Health Care Management Information Systems

Medical Health Care Management Information Systems Bachelors Degree

Keeping the Healthcare Systems Running Smoothly

National College’s Health Care Management/Information Systems program is designed to prepare you for a career in the ever-changing health care and information management fields. As demand for knowledgeable professionals in these specialized areas continues to increase, your knowledge of the health care system, issues, strategies and tactics for overcoming those issues, as well as information systems and project management skills will help you stand out in today’s competitive job market and broaden your employment opportunities.

The Health Care Management/Information Systems program includes an externship which will provide you the opportunity to gain career-related experience and strengthen your resume.

As a student in the Health Care Management/Information Systems program, you will:

  • Establish competencies in health care management, finance, policies and procedures, and relevant legal and regulatory issues.
  • Study health care issues from a management perspective.
  • Gain a broad knowledge of health care delivery systems.
  • Improve analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Develop a foundation in business, information systems, and data management fundamentals.

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Why Health Care Management / Information Systems Students Turn To National College:

  • Convenience and flexibility – day and evening course schedules to fit your life.
  • Small class size – allowing for one-on-one interaction with instructors.
  • Industry experienced instructors – bringing their healthcare management and IT experience to class.
  • Peer tutoring – providing one-on-one help at no additional cost.
  • Training in modern computer labs – simulating real work experiences.
  • Externship placement – enabling students to build career experience.
  • Career services – helping with career advice and resources needed for today's job search environment.
  • Refresher courses are available to all our graduates – keeping skills in their field of study sharp and current at no additional tuition costs.

What You Will Study:

Highlights

Introduction to Healthcare Management
This course focuses on a systematic understanding of organizational principles, practices, and insights pertinent to the management of health service organizations.

Computerized Health Information Systems
Learn about the entry and management of electronic medical records.

Computer & Information Technology Fundamentals
Build a solid foundation in basic computer concepts, networking, and the Internet as well as a broad understanding of the structure of information systems, databases, programming, and e-commerce.

Program core courses may include:

  • Principles of Accounting I, II, and III
  • Principles of Economics
  • Organizational Management & Leadership
  • The Microsoft Office
  • Desktop Applications
  • Spreadsheet Applications
  • Written Communications
  • Introduction to Healthcare Management
  • Health Care Economics
  • Computerized Health Information Systems
  • Public Health Statistics
  • Management of Information Technology for Health Professionals
  • Management of Physician Practices
  • Computer & IT Fundamentals
  • Implementing & Troubleshooting OS Technology
  • Computer Hardware Technology
  • Network +
  • Windows Server Administration I
  • Network Infrastructure Configuration
  • Directory Services Administration
  • Information Systems Security
  • Database Design
  • Database Security and Auditing
  • Business Math I
  • Healthcare Law and Ethics
  • Advanced Healthcare Law and Ethics

 


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Estimated tuition costs

Tuition$317/credit X 180 credits = $57060
Books$225/course X 45 courses = $10125
Activity Fee$15/Term X 15 terms = $225
Graduation Fee$100
TOTAL$67510

On-Time Completion Rate and Median Loan Debt For completion and median loan debt rates, this information is for the 2012 AY (which runs July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012).

Applies toOn-Time Completion RateMedian Title IV Loan DebtMedian Private Loan Debt
Bristol, Charlottesville, Cincinnati, Columbus, Danville VA, Dayton Area, Harrisonburg, Knoxville, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Online, Parkersburg, Princeton, Roanoke Valley, Stark Co (Canton), and Youngstown campuses.N/AN/AN/A
Bartlett, Madison, Memphis, Nashville, Akron Area and Cleveland campusesN/AN/AN/A
Danville KY, Florence, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Lexington, Louisville, Pikeville, Richmond and South Bend campusesN/AN/AN/A

Note: Median Institutional Loan Debt is $0 for all National College campuses.

Additional Notes: Areas marked N/A indicate that 10 or less individuals graduated from this program during the specified reporting period and used this particular source of funding.

Placement Rates For Placement Rates at our Tennessee campuses, this information is for the July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011 reporting year as reported on the 2012-2013 THEC Reauthorization.

Applies toPlacement Rate*
Bristol, Charlottesville, Cincinnati, Columbus, Danville VA, Dayton Area, Harrisonburg, Knoxville, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Online, Parkersburg, Princeton, Roanoke Valley, Stark Co (Canton), and Youngstown campuses.No Data
Bartlett, Madison, Memphis, Nashville, Akron Area and Cleveland campuses.No Data
Danville KY, Florence, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Lexington, Louisville, Pikeville, Richmond and South Bend campuses.0.0%
*This rate is calculated based on a formula provided by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). For more information on this agency, click here.

Additional Notes: Areas marked with No Data indicate that no students graduated from the program during the reporting period

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