COURSE CURRICULUM

The Health Care Administration concentration is designed to prepare students for leadership and management roles within complex healthcare organizations by developing strong administrative, financial, and interpersonal competencies. The course in Accounting Fundamentals for Health Care Organizations introduces students to essential financial concepts, budgeting practices, and financial decision making specific to healthcare settings, enabling them to understand cost structures and financial sustainability. Human Resource Management in Healthcare Organizations focuses on managing healthcare professionals, addressing workforce planning, performance management, labor relations, and regulatory issues unique to the healthcare environment. Healthcare Project Management equips students with the tools and methodologies needed to plan, implement, and evaluate healthcare projects efficiently, emphasizing quality improvement, timelines, and resource allocation. Health Care Negotiation and Conflict Resolution develops critical communication and leadership skills by teaching strategies for managing disputes, negotiating effectively with stakeholders, and fostering collaborative relationships in high-pressure healthcare contexts. Collectively, these courses provide a comprehensive understanding of healthcare administration that integrates financial literacy, human capital management, operational planning, and conflict management. Graduates of this concentration are well prepared to navigate the challenges of healthcare systems and contribute to effective organizational leadership, improved patient services, and sustainable healthcare operations.