Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration – Online
MPath: Marian University’s Engaging Online Education Platform
Learn to manage and lead healthcare organizations with a BS HCA
Earning your online Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration degree at Marian University will prepare you for a successful career in one of the largest growing industries. The program is designed in a convenient format with 100% online accelerated 7-week courses so that students can build off the knowledge that they already have and jumpstart their career in an administrative or leadership role in the healthcare field.
To ensure graduates are prepared to efficiently lead and manage a healthcare department or organization, the BS in Health Care Administration explores a wide range of business-related topics that aide in delivering service, treatment, support, and access to patients.
Students develop skills in communication, critical thinking, leadership, and writing, and take on real-world challenges through hands-on learning opportunities with local health centers, agencies, and organizations.
Learn how to make a difference in healthcare with a business mindset
Use Your Bachelor’s Degree to Build Your Career
Aspire to These Positions
Opportunities Inside and Outside of Hospitals
Government
Hospitals
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Outpatient Care Centers
Physician Offices
Source: BLS 4/27/2020
Learn by Doing
As a student in the BS in Health Care Administration program, apply knowledge learned in your courses during an internship. Get prepared for the real world through valuable on-the-job training.
- 120-hours of real-life experience
- Opportunities available in all 50 states
- Assistance with finding an internship based on career goals
- Option to complete at a healthcare facility where the student is currently employed
Students have participated in internship experiences with:
- Community Hospital, Beaver Dam, WI
- Oscar Johnson VA Medical Center, Iron Mountain, MI
- St. Agnes Hospital, Fond du Lac, WI
- St. Joseph Hospital, West Bend, WI
- St. Mary’s Hospital, Green Bay, WI
- St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan, WI
- Swedish American Hospital, Rockford, IL
In-demand courses in fields like:
- Information systems
- Legal and ethical healthcare issues
- Financial and economic aspects of healthcare
- Management and policy
- Healthcare law
- Leadership in ethical organizations
Graduates generally find employment in:
- Ambulatory and rehabilitation centers
- Healthcare associations
- Health insurance organizations
- Hospitals and healthcare systems
- Medical group practices
- Nursing homes
- Skilled nursing facilities
MPath Online Program Schedule: 7-Week Accelerated
The completion program is custom-made for working individuals who are ready to take their education and career to the next level.
“I really enjoyed learning about all the different aspects of administration in the healthcare setting. The teachers and classes were very informative and helpful. The online format allowed me to work a full time job in radiology while taking classes online.”
Karen Lankford – 2020 Marian University Online BS Health Care Administration Graduate
Online Health Care Administration Curriculum
The online BS in Health Care Administration curriculum has been crafted with significant input from executives at some of the state’s most respected companies and organizations. We develop and sharpen your skills in communication, critical thinking, leadership, and writing. Course content positions you as a forward-thinker when it comes to healthcare leadership.
General Education Courses
As a bachelor’s level student, you are required to take about 30 credits of general education courses as part of the 120 credits required for a bachelor’s degree. General education courses are required regardless of your major.
All students take 10.5 to 17 credits in these areas:
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Argumentative and Research Writing
- Introduction to Christian Theology
- Interpersonal Communication
- Introduction to Ethical Reasoning
Core Courses
Healthcare administration majors will take courses covering topics such as:
- Healthcare Information Systems
- Leadership in Ethical Organizations
- Healthcare Law
- Medical Terminology
- Financial and Economic Aspects of Healthcare
- Healthcare Management and Policy
- Statistics
- Accounting
- Microeconomics
- Strategy
Internship Experience
The internship provides practical work experience related to your career goals. Use skills and knowledge learned in your prior healthcare administration courses and apply what you know at an actual business. The internship takes place during these courses, typically during your junior or senior year:
• HCA 397 Health Care Administration Internship
• HCA 497 Health Care Administration Internship
All internships involve planned and supervised on-the-job training with interaction among the student, a faculty advisor, and a supervisor from the site of the internship. Marian University will assist you, if needed, to find an internship site. You are able to complete their internship with their current employer, if you are working at a healthcare facility and have approval of your manager. Choose to complete the 120-hour internship on a part- or full-time basis. Students typically complete the requirements over a few months. Throughout the experience, you will write weekly summaries and then complete a paper at the end.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will possess an integrated knowledge of business functions and systems.
- Students will possess effective written communications skills.
- Students will possess effective oral communications skills.
- Students will know how to effectively apply critical thinking skills to business problems.
- Students will possess an integrated knowledge of healthcare functions and systems.
Mission
The Marian University Online Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration program provides an understanding health care’s business side, including medical staff relations, patient care services, finance, policy, planning and development. It empowers students to enter their desired field immediately and positively contribute to the industry as it continues to evolve.
Professional Conduct (Standard for Students)
Faculty and staff in the School of Business expect the highest standards of honest, ethical professional conduct from each of our students. Primary components of professional behavior expected include:
• Respect for others
• Full engagement
• Responsibility and integrity, and
• Commitment to quality
Assessment
Outcome: Knowledge Acquisition – Business
Measure: Peregrine CPC Comp Exam
Results:
Marian Baseline Target = 50 %-ile (51.9% correct)
Marian Stretch Goal = 80%-ile (62.5% correct)
Marian Average achieved = 78%-ile (59.9% correct)
Marian Highest Achieved = 98%-ile (79% correct)
Conclusions:
- Almost half of Marian students performed in the top 20 percent nationally (45%).
- In general, students have good knowledge of business concepts as measured by the CPC-Comp.
Outcome: Integrated Knowledge of Business
Measure: CAPSIM Business Simulation
Results:
Standard: Balanced Scorecard – Standard = at/above National average (50th %-ile)
Stretch Goal: Balanced Scorecard – Standard = at/above 80th %-ile
Marian Achieved = All teams above average except 1. (Range: 16th to 96th %-ile)
Marian Stretch Goal Achieved: 44% of teams at or above 80%
Conclusions:
- 94% of Marian teams achieved results at or above the national average compared with others teams.
- 44% of Marian teams achieved the stretch goal performing at or above the 80th percentile.
- In general, students do well in the simulation, demonstrating integrated knowledge of business.
To be accepted into the Marian University online Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration program, you must:
Have a 2.0 GPA or higher
Complete the application process by clicking here
Submit official transcript(s)
