This completion track is designed for students holding an Associate Degree who want to advance into healthcare operations, staffing, and regulatory compliance. Students build on foundational administrative knowledge to manage broader healthcare operations.
Offered in a flexible one-year format, the program allows transfer credit to apply toward the 84 required credit hours, and a capstone bridge project has students design an operational improvement plan for a healthcare setting. Graduates are prepared for roles such as healthcare operations coordinator or department supervisor.
BA 031Introduction to Business
A foundational look at how organizations are structured, financed, and run in today's competitive marketplace.
- Business ownership structures and formation
- Roles of key business functions
- Introduction to the global business environment
BA 064Marketing Essentials
An introduction to identifying customer needs and building strategies that connect products with the people who want them.
- The four Ps of marketing
- Segmenting and targeting audiences
- Building a basic marketing plan
BA 226Business Communication
Building the written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills needed to succeed in a professional business setting.
- Professional writing and correspondence
- Effective presentation techniques
- Interpersonal and cross-functional communication
BA 375Fundamentals of Accounting
An introduction to the accounting cycle and the financial statements that record and report business activity.
- The accounting equation and double-entry system
- Preparing income statements and balance sheets
- Recording and adjusting journal entries
BA 608Introduction to Finance
Core concepts of financial management, including how businesses raise, allocate, and manage capital.
- Time value of money principles
- Sources of business financing
- Basic risk and return concepts
BA 686Management & Administration
Practical grounding in planning, organizing, and overseeing the daily operations of a business unit.
- Principles of organizational planning
- Supervising and coordinating teams
- Administrative decision-making basics
BA 707E-Business
An exploration of how digital technology and the internet are reshaping commerce, operations, and customer engagement.
- E-commerce business models
- Digital marketing and online customer engagement
- Technology infrastructure for online business
BA 785Human Resources
An overview of the practices organizations use to recruit, develop, and retain a productive workforce.
- Recruitment and selection processes
- Employee training and performance management
- Compensation, benefits, and workplace policy
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Specialist Courses
6 Courses
HCM 108Introduction to Healthcare Administration
Covers the basic structure and operations of healthcare organizations.
- Types of healthcare organizations
- Basic administrative roles in healthcare
- Overview of the healthcare system
HCM 122Medical Office Operations
Introduces the day-to-day administrative tasks of a medical office.
- Patient scheduling basics
- Basic medical billing concepts
- Managing patient records
HCM 136Healthcare Regulations Basics
Introduces the basic regulatory environment healthcare organizations operate in.
- Patient privacy basics
- Introduction to healthcare compliance
- Basic accreditation concepts
HCM 258Healthcare Finance
Covers how healthcare organizations budget, bill, and manage revenue.
- Healthcare revenue cycle basics
- Budgeting for a healthcare unit
- Reimbursement models overview
HCM 370Healthcare Staffing and Workforce Management
Covers managing clinical and administrative staffing in healthcare settings.
- Staffing ratios and scheduling
- Managing clinical workforce shortages
- Staff retention strategies
HCM 482Healthcare Regulatory Compliance
Covers the regulatory requirements healthcare organizations must maintain.
- Compliance program design
- Accreditation standards
- Managing regulatory audits
$24,000
Total Program Cost
Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.
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Admission requires Associate Degree or equivalent credits.
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Complete the online application with your basic and academic details.
An admissions advisor reviews your application and any transfer credit.
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