Healthcare Administration and Management, BS (Online)
CBU's online Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration and Management degree program prepares students to address healthcare challenges through a multidisciplinary approach.
Program Intro
Students in the online Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration and Management degree program will receive valuable training in order to meet current and future healthcare management trends.
*Based on a full-time course load and prior completion of general education and elective requirements
*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.
Why Earn Your BS in Healthcare Administration and Management (Online) at CBU?
Advance in the Healthcare Field
As opportunities continue to grow in the healthcare industry, there is an increased demand for highly qualified administration and management professionals. Graduates of CBU's online BS in Healthcare Administration and Management program will have the knowledge required to work within diverse professional or supervisory healthcare roles. This program is perfect for students starting their careers in healthcare administration as well as those seeking career advancement from clinical/technical roles into supervisory/management roles.
Learn Flexibly Online, On Your Schedule
- Classes start every 8 weeks
- Accelerated, asynchronous courses offered 100% online
- Three semesters offered year round allows students the ability to graduate faster
- Transfer friendly — consolidate your undergraduate college credits and finish your degree
Program Details
Students graduating with a Bachelor of Healthcare Administration and Management will be able to:
- Effectively present information orally and in writing.
- Analyze and describe business and organizational management skills required in healthcare settings.
- Identify and describe skills required for ethical leadership in healthcare.
- Identify and describe concepts of healthcare quality management.
- Analyze and describe the administration and management of healthcare resources.
- Identify and analyze factors that influence health and wellness.
- Examine the role and related effects of healthcare law, policy, and regulation.
- Integrate a Christian perspective as it relates to healthcare administration.
HCA 410: Quality Improvement in Healthcare
Student will explore the current forces driving the push toward quality outcomes and accountability at all levels and settings of healthcare, while focusing on the philosophy of continuous improvement through teamwork and statistical thinking. Students will use structural tools for analysis, decision making and performance measurement.
HSC 306: Pathophysiology for Public Health
This course introduces students to the basic pathogenesis of disease in human beings. The course will describe the most common disorders as they relate to each major body system while exploring the etiology, risk factors, diagnostic and prognostic procedures of each disease.
COM 425: Organizational Communication
Examination of the nature and process of communication in modern organizations, including theories, change strategies, internal personnel relations, and conflict management, as they relate to organizational cultures.
Associate Professor of Public Health Office Phone: 951-552-8669
Janet Bonome, Dr.PH
Chair, Department of Public Health Sciences
Program Director, Master of Public Health
E-mail: jbonome@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus H-140
Is financial aid available to help pay for online programs?
Our online degrees offer a reputable and more affordable option for earning your bachelor’s,
master's or doctorate degree. When pursuing an online degree, students are freed from
the financial obligations that accompany some traditional degrees, such as room accommodations,
gas and parking. Additionally, CBU has partnered with select employers to provide their employees with the opportunity to improve their career through their
educational goals and receive a 20% tuition scholarship. Learn more about tuition and financial aid.
Are CBU's online programs accredited?
California Baptist University (CBU), which includes all programs offered online, is accredited by the Western Association
of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). Many prospective
students are uncertain about which college degrees employers or universities will
accept. This regional accreditation by WSCUC means you can be confident that your
CBU degree is recognized and respected by schools and companies across the country.
CBU Online has received various awards and has been ranked in the top 50 in the nation
- best online bachelor’s degree category by U.S. News & World Report for 7 consecutive
years.
What resources do I need to complete my degree online?
To complete your online degree, you will need access to a computer, Wi-Fi and a word
processor like Microsoft Word. These are necessary to access the student learning
system and complete your assignments. Some programs may require different resources.
Check with your enrollment counselor for specific expectations upon applying for your
program, or you can view additional information here.
When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.
CBU accepts applications for online enrollment throughout the year, and most online degree programs can start at 6 semester entry points per calendar year.
| Online Semester | Classes Begin |
|---|---|
| Summer 2024 - Session 2 | July 1 |
| Fall 2024 - Session 1 | September 2 |
| Fall 2024 - Session 2 | October 28 |
| Spring 2025 - Session 1 | January 6 |
| Spring 2025 - Session 2 | March 3 |
| Summer 2025 - Session 1 | May 5 |
| Summer 2025 - Session 2 | June 30 |
Career Possibilities
- Medical Services Administrator
- Health Services Manager
- Clinical Manager
- Community Health Manager
- Health Policy Analyst
- Health Manager
- Health Director
- Healthcare Program Director
*Some career options may require further education.
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Next Steps
Join a growing group of accomplished alumni who earned their degree while balancing career and family goals. To begin your journey at California Baptist University and connect with your God-given calling, request more information or apply today!