Health Administration (Completion Program), B.S.

Program Overview

The Health Administration Completion Program at Coastal Carolina University is a Bachelor of Science degree designed for individuals with an associate degree or higher who seek leadership roles in healthcare. The program emphasizes ethical decision-making, leadership, teamwork, and provides a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare industry, preparing graduates for careers in hospital administration, clinic management, and other healthcare management roles.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Health Administration Completion Program at Coastal Carolina University is a Bachelor of Science degree that prepares graduates for leadership and management roles in healthcare environments. The program is designed for students who have an associate degree or an A.A., A.S., B.A., or B.S. degree and do not have a current certification and/or licensure in healthcare.

Objectives:

• Apply theories of change and team leadership to management in healthcare.
• Apply organizational theories, intellectual skills and competencies, and business principles when making decisions related to utilization of human and fiscal resources in healthcare.
• Apply a structured process when making ethical decisions.
• Analyze the leadership role within a selected healthcare organization.
• Analyze research data and evaluate its application to best practice policies and procedures in healthcare.
• Design, implement and evaluate evidence-based services using market forces in healthcare.

Program Description:

The Health Administration Completion Program provides advanced knowledge, values, and critical judgment skills needed for leadership and management roles in healthcare environments. The program includes a foundation in business, healthcare management, and public health. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare industry, including the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities. The program also emphasizes the importance of ethical decision-making, leadership, and teamwork.

Outline:

Course Schedule:

The Health Administration Completion Program is a 120-131 credit hour program that can be completed in as little as 2 years of full-time study. The program is offered online and includes a combination of core curriculum courses, foundation requirements, major requirements, and electives.

Core Curriculum Courses:

• English Composition I and II
• Mathematics
• Natural Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Humanities
• Fine Arts

Foundation Requirements:

• Students with an associate degree in science or arts will be exempted from core curriculum requirements.
• Students without a current certification and/or licensure in a healthcare discipline must take 15 credit hours of designated public health courses.

Major Requirements:

• BSHA 305 - Health Care Marketing
• BSHA 420 - Health Care Policy and Management
• BSHA 380 - Human Resource Management in Health Care
• BSHA 382 - Budgeting and Finance in Health Care
• BSHA 449 - Leadership and Organizational Change in Health Care
• BSHA 455 - Managing Health Information
• BSHA 456 - Health Data Analysis
• CBAD 201 - Financial Accounting
• CBAD 301 Q - Management and Organizations
• CBAD 350 Q - Marketing
• CBAD 363 - Business Finance
• ECON 101 - Survey of Economics
• ENGL 211 - Introduction to Technical and Professional Writing
• PHIL 317 - Bio-Medical Ethics
• PUBH 380 - Essentials of the U.S. Health Care System

Electives:

• Coastal Carolina University offers a wide variety of online courses each semester.

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

• Exams
• Quizzes
• Papers
• Presentations
• Projects

Assessment Criteria:

• Students' performance will be assessed based on their knowledge of the course material, their ability to apply that knowledge to real-world situations, and their overall critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• Online lectures
• Discussion boards
• Group projects
• Case studies
• Simulations

Faculty:

The Health Administration Completion Program faculty are experts in their field with extensive experience in healthcare management. They are dedicated to providing students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their careers.

Unique Approaches:

The Health Administration Completion Program uses a variety of unique approaches to teaching and learning. These approaches include:

• Case-based learning: Students learn by applying their knowledge to real-world healthcare scenarios.
• Simulation: Students use simulation software to practice their skills in a safe and controlled environment.
• Team-based learning: Students work in teams to complete assignments and projects.
This approach helps students develop their teamwork and communication skills.

Careers:

Career Paths:

Graduates of the Health Administration Completion Program are prepared for a variety of careers in healthcare management, including:

• Hospital administrator
• Clinic manager
• Long-term care administrator
• Health insurance manager
• Healthcare consultant

Opportunities:

The Health Administration Completion Program provides graduates with the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers in healthcare management. Graduates will be prepared to take on leadership roles in a variety of healthcare settings.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the Health Administration Completion Program have a strong track record of success in their careers. They have been hired by a variety of healthcare organizations, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and health insurance companies. Graduates have also gone on to pursue advanced degrees in healthcare administration and business.