Program Overview

Online BBA in Healthcare Administration

Walsh University's online BBA in Healthcare Administration prepares students to lead in today's complex healthcare environment. The program teaches students to manage systems, people, and resources that support patient care and organizational efficiency. Graduates are ready to improve outcomes and lead change in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations.

Program Details

• Average Length of Program: 12-24 Months
• Average Program Cost: $18,000
• Next Start Dates: March 9, May 4, June 29

The Walsh Advantage

• Earn a degree online from an accredited, trusted university
• Affordable, transparent tuition
• Military Friendly designation
• Tuition deferment/payment plans available
• Personalized attention from expert faculty
• Earn credits for previous life experience and work training

Career Opportunities

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

Career Outlook and Average Salary

• Average Salary: $72,400 - $88,000 per year
• Job Growth: 29% (much faster than average)

Admission Requirements

• Must be age 21 or older
• Accepts transfer coursework of a C- or higher
• 2.0 GPA or higher
• Submit Documents (High School and College Transcripts and Resume)
• Talk to a Walsh Enrollment Manager about Transfer Credits and Additional Credits for Prior Learning
• Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

Healthcare Administration Course Highlights

Health Systems of the United States

This foundational course provides an overview of the organization, delivery, and financing of healthcare services in the United States. Students learn to identify systemic problems in healthcare and design solutions to remove barriers to effective treatment.

Health Law and Ethics

This course focuses on the legal and ethical challenges faced by healthcare administrators. Students develop organization-specific ethical plans and learn to respond to legal and ethical issues in healthcare services.

Health Data and Analytics

Students use R to analyze healthcare data and develop data-informed solutions to real-world healthcare problems. The course emphasizes converting healthcare data into actionable insights to improve healthcare delivery.

Healthcare Finance

This course covers the financial management of healthcare organizations, including budgeting, financial analysis, and strategic decision-making. Students learn to use financial data to develop solutions that improve healthcare outcomes.

Healthcare Service Operations

Students address operational inefficiencies in healthcare systems by focusing on data analysis, supply chain management, and performance management. The course emphasizes developing effective, non-disruptive solutions to improve healthcare operations.

Healthcare Strategy Capstone

In this capstone course, students apply strategic thinking to healthcare management by proposing systemic changes to a simulated healthcare system. The course culminates in a major project that enhances students' administrative skillset and prepares them for future careers.