Certificate in Health Services Administration

Online Certificate Program

The online Health Services Administration Certificate gives the student a broad understanding of the expanding field of health services in public or private organizations, preparing professionals working in the field to advance their careers, or providing training for those who want a career change to the health services field.

Summer 02

BUA 110 Principles of Management - An overview of the broad principles of management including the study of the roles, responsibilities and skills required for managers. Special attention is given to organizational structures, leadership, motivation and other general business issues vital to the success in the business environment.

Fall 02

BUA 211 Introduction to Health Care Systems - A description and analysis of American health care and medical delivery systems. Special attention is given to organizational patterns, facilities, job descriptions, and cultural, political, economic and environmental factors that affect health care delivery systems in historic and contemporary perspectives.

BUA 230 Contemporary Marketing - A study of the field of marketing from a managerial perspective, with emphasis on decision making within the larger macro-environment with respect to market segmentation and target market choices, consumer behavior, promotional options and price determination.

Spring 03

BUA 258 Health Care Administration - An in-depth look at health care delivery systems with emphasis on administrative functions, terminology, accreditation, personnel management, medical staff relationships, and the many legal aspects of health care management.

BUA 331 Marketing of Services - Traditional marketing topics within the context of service-oriented firms. Discussion topics include the management and measurement of service quality, management of service encounters, the addition of value with supplementary products and services.

Summer 03

BUA 340 Health Care Finance - Current budgeting and reimbursement processes in health care facilities. Topics include financial statements, prospective payments under DRGs and other sources of revenue, cost information systems and cost/benefit analysis, capital financing and risk management.