Program Overview

Department of Health Services Administration

The Department of Health Services Administration is located in the School of Health Professions at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Health Care Management Major

The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management (HCM) was established at UAB in 1982. The degree offers a pathway into entry and mid‐level management careers for some and serves as a foundation for success in graduate‐level academic or professional degree programs for others.

Mission

Developing leaders to shape tomorrow's health care.

Values and Vision

Our shared vision is that we will be recognized as the global leader in providing exceptional, comprehensive, and market‐relevant baccalaureate education in health services administration and research. We value, embrace, and expect from our stakeholders a commitment to:

• Collaboration
• Respect
• Excellence
• Integrity

Why Major in Health Care Management?

The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management (HCM) program is designed for aspiring leaders and committed professionals who are interested in careers working to improve our healthcare system in hospitals; managed care organizations; medical group practices; ambulatory, long‐term care, insurance and pharmaceutical companies; consulting firms; government agencies; and other for‐profit and nonprofit health care organizations.

Tracks

Several tracks are available to students based on the student's previous academic work, current professional status, personal interests, and future goals.

• General Manager: The General Manager track prepares students for leadership positions managing health operations, developing a vision and strategies for growth, and to ensure patients receive high quality and efficient care.
• Clinical Manager: The Clinical Manager track is designed for graduates of certificate and/or associate degree programs who are credentialed or licensed in a health professions discipline.
• Pre‐professional: The Pre‐professional track is designed for students whose academic goal is a graduate or professional degree program such as health administration, health informatics, occupational therapy, physical therapy, biotechnology, surgical physician assistant, medical school, dental school or other graduate level health professions programs.

Program Flyer

Program flyers are available for the following tracks:

• Clinical/General Manager Track (PDF)
• HCM/Health Informatics Track (PDF)
• Pre-Professional/Long Term Care Track (PDF)

Resources

• Faculty Directory
• Undergraduate Program
• Graduate Programs
• SHP Request Form

About UAB

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.