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Bachelor of Science

Healthcare Administration

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Total Hours Needed to Graduate:
120 Hours
Elective Credit Block:
33 Credits
Healthcare Administration Major
24 Hours
COURSE NUMBER/TITLE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE
CREDIT HOURS
HSC 1110
Introduction to Healthcare
3

Acquaints students with a variety of perspectives about existing healthcare systems. A particular emphasis on the complexity of the American healthcare system will be made. Comparisons with other health care delivery models and national trends will be discussed. Current events are incorporated throughout this course.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

HSC 3110
Health Law and Regulations
3

Addresses legal issues, restraints, and problems arising from organization and delivery of healthcare services. Topics to be included are: tort law; hospital, physician, nurse, and other health professional’s liability; informed consent; medical records; legal reporting obligations; abortion; autopsy, donation and experimentation; sterilization and artificial insemination; euthanasia; patient rights and responsibilities; labor relation; insurance; trial procedures; and restraint of trade are topics which are included.

Prerequisite(s):
HSC 1110, Junior status or higher

Corequisite(s):
None

HSC 3150
Planning and Evaluation of Health Services
3

Researches and examines the steps to planning, implementation, and evaluation of health services. Includes the development of measurable objectives and the compilation and presentation of a report.

Prerequisite(s):
HSC 1110, Junior status or higher

Corequisite(s):
None

HSC 4010
Healthcare Administration
3

Studies the basic principles of healthcare administration including planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. The emphasis will be on administration of hospitals, organizational structure, trustee responsibility, medical staff relationships, third-party payors, and fiscal management.

Prerequisite(s):
HSC 1110, HSC 3110, HSC 3150 

Corequisite(s):
None

HSC 4110
Seminar in Health Issues
3

Studies current healthcare issues such as managed care, health insurance, foreign healthcare systems, and the policies of healthcare. Individual or group projects will be a component of this course.

Prerequisite(s):
HSC 1110, HSC 3110, HSC 3150, HUM 3910 

Corequisite(s):
WRK 4410 

HSC 4210
Ethics for Health Professionals
3

Examines the current ethical issues in the healthcare system. Problems and conflicts posed by interpersonal, professional, and client relationships as well as business considerations will be discussed. Ethical issues explored may include right to live, right to die, transplants, informed consent, sterilization, abortion, and human experimentation.

Prerequisite(s):
HSC 1110, HSC 3110, HSC 3150 or OCC 1010 

Corequisite(s):
None

HSC 4310
Health System Finance
3

Examines basic accounting principles and finance in healthcare settings. Considerations in budgetary preparation will be discussed.

Prerequisite(s):
HSC 1110, HSC 3110, HSC 3150 

Corequisite(s):
None

WRK 4410
Healthcare Administration Externship
3

Provides a minimum of 121 hours to a maximum of 180 hours of paid/unpaid experience in a health or health related setting. The primary focus is to provide an opportunity for students to develop/experience activities of planning, directing, coordinating, budget related activities. Students may be required to undergo a criminal background check, drug screening, and provide proof of current immunizations, dependent on the requirements of the externship placement facility. Students must achieve a 70% or better in all coursework and 70% or better on all evaluations in order to receive credit for this course.

Prerequisite(s):
Minimum GPA of 2.5 HSC 1110, HSC 3110, HSC 3150, HSC 4010, HSC 4210, HSC 4310 

Corequisite(s):
HSC 4110 

Required Courses
36 Hours
COURSE NUMBER/TITLE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE
CREDIT HOURS
BIO 1210
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
3

Focuses on the essential study of the body and associated terminology with a view toward the structure and function of the body parts, organs, and systems and their relationship to the whole body. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1211 

BIO 1211
Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
1

Accompanies the lecture course and if required, it is to be taken concurrently. Students will perform minimal dissections and explorations of main anatomical structures using models and virtual explorations to reinforce the material presented in the lecture. This course focuses on the structure and function of the body parts, organs, and systems and their relation to the body as a whole. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1210 

BUS 3050
Business Analytics
3

Introduces the data analysis process and the role of business decision making. Explores qualitative and quantitative data, data vs. information, data research, relevance, validity, business intelligence tools, ethical and legal implications of data analysis, data integrity, primary and secondary data, MAIP (Measurement Analysis, Interpretation Presentation) and ethical and legal implications of data analysis.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MGT 1010, MTH 2750 

Corequisite(s):
None

COM 2150
Advanced Professional Communications
3

Focuses on advanced methods of writing informative and persuasive business correspondence and reports. Students gain expertise in applying effective problem-solving skills, while tailoring information and voice to a variety of workplace situations, and using business research resources. This course will not only help students write effectively in a business environment, but also improve their ability to research and analyze complex ideas, develop effective argumentation and collaboration, and write clear, grammatical, well-structured communications, including various professional documents and a presentation.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020 

Corequisite(s):
None

ELECTIVE
Accounting Elective
3

ELECTIVE
Economics Elective
3

ELECTIVE
Finance Elective
3

ELECTIVE
Law Elective
3

HSC 1010
Introduction to Health Professions
2

Provides students with a foundation for college success, as well as the exploration of various health professions and tools for career planning. Emphasizes concepts of professionalism, health care ethics, and confidentiality as well as an introduction to electronic health records (EHR) and relevant medical terminology.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

HSC 1250
Introduction to Disease
3

Introduces students to the fundamental aspects of the study of diseases. Emphasis will be on the definition, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of specific diseases. This course will concentrate on clinical abstracting from the medical record.

Prerequisite(s):
None 

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1210 minimum grade B- for students in the Health Information Technology program. Minimum grade D- for students in the General Studies, Bachelor of Healthcare Administration and Health Science Technology programs.

MGT 1010
Introduction to Business
3

Examines the dynamic role of business in the modern economy and the influences of the external and internal environments in which businesses operate. Provides an overview of each of the core functional areas of business and analyzes how the interrelationships among them are critical to meet the strategic and operational goals of an organization.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

MKT 1110
Principles of Marketing
3

Examines the essentials of an introductory course that can be either a survey course or a prerequisite to more advanced marketing studies. Study includes product identification, positioning and pricing strategies, consumer need identification and making the connection between consumer needs and product advertising, basic distribution strategies, and some decision-making tools at the disposal of the marketing manager. This course is recommended as a first course for marketing majors.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

Select One Human Resources Course:
COURSE NUMBER/TITLE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE
CREDIT HOURS
MGT 2150
Human Resources Management
3

Examines the role of human resource functions and their strategic impact on the management of organizations. Students are exposed to key functions including employee staffing, compensation, unions, negotiations, training and development practices, retention, and workplace laws. What qualifies companies as employers of choice are also considered.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020, MGT 1010  

Corequisite(s):
None

ELECTIVE
Human Resources Elective
3

General Education Requirements
27 Hours
COURSE NUMBER/TITLE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE
CREDIT HOURS
COM 1010
Composition and Critical Thinking I
3

Students will develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills in the context of personal, professional, digital, and academic environments, with emphasis on analysis. This course will enable students to examine, develop, and employ the writing process while focusing on audience, invention, rhetorical context, language, style, purpose, written communication strategies, and digital demands.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

COM 1020
Composition and Critical Thinking II
3

Students will extend and apply concepts introduced in Composition and Critical Thinking, and Quantitative Literacy, through the development of written arguments and oral presentations for a variety of academic and professional audiences.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010 

Corequisite(s):
None

ELECTIVE
General Education Elective
3

ELECTIVE
General Education Elective
3

HUM 3910
Integrated Seminar
3

This capstone course is designed to synthesize and transfer knowledge gained from the general education coursework. Students will apply learning experiences to professional, real world, complex, and ethical issues.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020, MTH 1010, PSY 2050, SOC 3050 

Corequisite(s):
None

MTH 1010
Quantitative Literacy
3

This course introduces skills in reasoning, critical thinking, and quantitative literacy. Students will develop the ability to reason and solve quantitative problems from a wide array of contexts and real-world situations. Students will develop the analytical skills necessary to ask questions and define problems; develop and apply quantitative models; and interpret data in order to evaluate arguments supported by quantitative evidence.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

MTH 2750
Statistical Methods
3

Focuses on data interpretation and practical application of introductory level statistics. Emphasizes a conceptual understanding of the use of statistics in various fields, including the ability to interpret results. Topics include development and analysis of descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and regression analysis. Students determine appropriate statistical methods, calculate basic statistical values, and analyze/interpret data sets including statistical software study results. MTH 2750 – Statistical Methods satisfies the MTA Statistics Pathway.

Prerequisite(s):
MTH 1010 or MTH 1110 

Corequisite(s):
None

PSY 2050
Self and Society
3

The course provides a foundation for understanding human relationships and transferring that knowledge to personal/professional applications. Topics include basic dynamics of human relationships; awareness of self; the effect of environment on thoughts and behavior; the importance of intercultural competence; ethics and social responsibility; as well as building skills that will improve individual and team functions.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010 

Corequisite(s):
COM 1020 

SOC 3050
Personal, Civic and Global Perspectives
3

Students will develop their civic knowledge and cultural competence by exploring topics that demonstrate the relationship between the local, national, and global dimensions of complex issues. Students will develop their awareness of cultural diversity and sharpen their analytical skills by integrating economic, political science, sociological, and ethical concepts, theories, and perspectives. Requires completion of a service-learning experience.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020, MTH 1010, PSY 2050 

Corequisite(s):
None

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Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration
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