Management of Public Healthcare Services [Graduate Certificate]

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Management of Public Healthcare Services is a 15-credit program designed for healthcare professionals transitioning to managerial roles. It covers healthcare organizations, public administration concepts, and specialized topics in healthcare management, such as health law, insurance, and strategy. The program aims to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively lead and manage in the public healthcare sector.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Graduate Certificate in Management of Public Healthcare Services is a five-course (15 credit hours) curriculum designed to meet the professional needs of managers working in the healthcare field. This certificate program will benefit individuals changing from entry-level, non-professional, professional, or technical roles to managerial roles.

Outline:

Required Courses (9 hours):

• HLAD 510 Healthcare Organizations (3 hrs)
• PLSC 510 Public Administration Concepts (3 hrs)
• Select one course from the following (3 hrs):
• PLSC 515 Public and Nonprofit Personnel Administration
• PLSC 540 Public and Nonprofit Budgeting

Restricted Electives (6 hours):

• Select two courses from the following:
• HLAD 511 Health Law (3 hrs)
• HLAD 512 Health Insurance (3 hrs)
• HLAD 520 Healthcare Management Theory (3 hrs)
• HLAD 524 Healthcare Manager Strategies (3 hrs)