Healthcare Administration

Become a Skilled Ethical Leader

Learn the business side of the healthcare sector.

Davis & Elkins鈥� Healthcare Administration major equips students with versatile, adaptable skills that are invaluable in the healthcare and other administrative fields. You鈥檒l gain practical, adaptive business skills, be trained in cutting-edge analytics, and practice ethical decision-making. This hybrid program culminates in a hands-on practicum that requires solving real-world administrative problems in healthcare.

The healthcare administration program prepares you to lead with purpose in the healthcare sector. Whether you aspire to work in hospital administration, health services management, or healthcare consulting, our program equips you with the expertise to drive healthcare success and make a meaningful impact on patient care. You鈥檒l learn the fundamentals of healthcare systems, data analytics, and financial management in healthcare.

Baccalaureate Programs (B.S.)

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration

The hybrid bachelor鈥檚 degree in healthcare administration requires 45 credit hours of specified courses in accounting, business, economics, finance, math, management and marketing, and 21 additional credit hours of healthcare administration courses. The healthcare administration courses are offered through Rize/LCMC.

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Courses

What We Offer

Inside U.S. Healthcare Policy
Career Navigation and Exploration in Healthcare Administration
Healthcare Justice, Law, and Ethics
Strategic Healthcare Operations
Healthcare Finance
Data-Driven Healthcare – Analytics, IT, and AI
Healthcare Innovation – The Capstone Project

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Areas of Strength

Data-Driven Decision Making: Our program emphasizes the importance of data analytics in healthcare administration, equipping students with the skills to make informed decisions based on factual information. Additionally, you鈥檒l gain an understanding of HIPAA and other compliance laws to ensure patient privacy and uphold ethical practices.

Hands-On Learning: The program features project-based learning, allowing you to work on real-world healthcare challenges and develop practical skills in healthcare management.

Operational Focus: The curriculum includes a dedicated course in Healthcare Service Operations, preparing you to manage the complexities of modern healthcare systems and improve operational efficiency.

The healthcare administration program also provides an excellent foundation for graduate work in healthcare leadership, health policy, or business administration.

Careers in Healthcare Administration

With a healthcare administration degree, you鈥檒l enter a field with strong demand for your skills. The career opportunities you can pursue include:

Health Administrator
Hospital Administrator
Health Services Manager
Nursing Home Manager
Healthcare Consultant

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Why Healthcare Administration at D&E

Prepare to manage complex healthcare systems and improve patient care outcomes. Gain the knowledge, skills, and ethical principles needed to navigate the challenges of the healthcare industry. Enjoy diverse career opportunities and play integral roles in healthcare management, hospital administration, and health services. You鈥檒l attain practical insights into healthcare systems, finance, and operations, preparing you for a fulfilling career.

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