At a Glance
$525
Cost per Credit
120
Credit Hours
100%
Online
2-4 years
Program LengthBachelor’s in Health Management, BS
Program Overview
At a Glance
$525
Cost per Credit
120
Credit Hours
100%
Online
2-4 years
Program LengthWhy Study Health Management?
Ready to take the lead serving in the healthcare community? Prepare to enter the healthcare industry with the online Bachelor of Science in Health Management program from Lindenwood University. Our health management degree program prepares you for a managerial role in a variety of healthcare facilities and health services organizations, including hospitals, urgent care centers, and long-term care facilities.
Our health management bachelor’s degree program provides you with a strong professional background in health and business topics. Through a comprehensive curriculum, you will explore a number of relevant topics, including healthcare finance, medical records, legal issues, and global healthcare reform. Learn from industry experts who incorporate their real-world healthcare professional experience into the online classroom.
The online health management degree program is based on content that is recommended by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education
What You'll Learn
Your online health management degree coursework can prepare you for oversight in a number of areas within the healthcare field, from healthcare manager at care facilities to leading entire organizations. Explore key aspects of healthcare management, enhanced through topical focuses in the following areas:
- Healthcare Financial Management
- Community Resources for Gerontology
- Long-Term Care and Ethics
- Legal Issues in Healthcare
Career Outlook
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, health management graduates earn a national average of approximately $100,000 with less than five years of experience. For example, medical and health service managers can earn $110,680 annually. Career paths in this area include Mental Health Case Manager, Grant Writer, Substance Abuse Counselor, and more.
The growth rate for jobs in the industry is anticipated to be 32% in the next decade. Recent graduates have found careers at major organizations including:
- BJC HealthCare
- Mercy Health System
- SSM Health
- St. Charles County Health Department
- St. Louis City Health Department
- St. Louis County Health Department
- St. Luke’s Hospital
Internships and Experiences at Lindenwood Online
Lindenwood encourages our health management students to participate in internships where they can enhance their learning through real-world experiences in the field. There are a large number of potential employers in the area including hospitals, nursing homes, home health agencies, physician offices, and insurance companies. Health Management students have found themselves with internships at world-class companies such as:
- Aetna
- BJC HealthCare
- Fusion 5
- Healthcare Management Solutions
- St. Luke’s Hospital
Essential Skills & Insights
Coursework in this online health management degree program covers the following:
- Management Skills. Cultivate your approach to management within a health services setting in areas from finance to HR to personnel management.
- Certification Preparation. Prepare to qualify for the Nursing Home Administration Examination in Missouri and other states.
- Communication. Develop high-level communications aptitude across verbal and written communications.
- Problem Solving. Build out critical thinking and analytical skills that help you design solutions within health organizations and systems.
Tuition Details
The cost per credit hour for this program is $495. Besides being ranked No. 17 on Niche.com’s list of Best Value Colleges in Missouri, we build in unique benefits such as our 20 percent discount per credit hour for returning alumni pursuing their master’s degree.
Admissions Requirements
For admission to your healthcare management bachelor’s degree online program, you will need to complete your online application and submit the following documents:
- Online application
- Official transcripts
All colleges and universities previously attended. If you have fewer than 24 college credits, you will need to submit your official high school transcript.
If cumulative college GPA is below a 2.0, the following will also be required:
- Résumé
- Letter of intent/personal statement
(1–2 page document indicating your interest in the program and Lindenwood)
TRANSFER CREDITS
Lindenwood offers a generous transfer policy of up to 90 credits toward your degree completion to further offset tuition costs. This means you can complete your degree in as few as 30 credit hours at Lindenwood—saving you time and money on your education!
Plus, you can personalize your transfer experience through Lindenwood’s Transfer Guides. These guides are part of our articulation partnerships with area community college to help you get the most value from your transfer credit.
Learn MoreCurriculum Overview
The Bachelor’s in Health Management program at Lindenwood University offers a comprehensive curriculum that can prepare you for management and leadership roles in healthcare. With the flexibility and convenience of online coursework, you can gain expertise in healthcare policy, organizational behavior, and financial management, without slowing down in your current career. Courses are taught by expert faculty who want to equip you to meet the complex challenges of the healthcare industry so you can pursue higher-level roles in this dynamic and growing field.
Major Coursework – 24 Credit Hours
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HM 30100 | Ethical Issues in Healthcare Management | 3 |
| HM 30200 | Healthcare Management | 3 |
| HM 31010 | Healthcare Financial Management | 3 |
| HM 33300 | Legal Issues in Healthcare | 3 |
| HM 46000 | Healthcare Delivery, Policy and Research | 3 |
| HM 48700 | Contemporary and Critical Issues in Healthcare Management | 3 |
| HM 48900 | Health Management Capstone | 3 |
Elective Coursework – 3 Credit Hours
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HM 44000 | Long-Term Care and Ethics | 3 |
| HM 48995 | Health Management Internship | 1-9 |
Career Opportunities
Healthcare Administrator
Work as a leader and manager in healthcare facilities, overseeing staff, finances, patient care services, and regulatory compliance.
Health Information Manager
Help ensure the security, accuracy, and accessibility of patient health records and medical information in healthcare settings.
Quality Improvement Coordinator
Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes, optimize performance, and create efficiencies in healthcare settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between health management and health administration?
While healthcare administration is more targeted in its oversight, focusing on individual departments or budgets, healthcare management oversees the general direction of a healthcare facility or system.
What topics does a health management degree cover?
Health management degrees bring together concepts in management, and key areas of healthcare. The BS in health management at Lindenwood covers financial management within healthcare, legal issues in healthcare, healthcare ethics, and more.
What does health management include?
Health management centers on oversight within healthcare organizations, from small, specialized medical clinics to large hospital networks. Healthcare professionals with relevant leadership and management training are needed to ensure patients get the best care possible.
What makes the health management major unique?
A health management degree is unique because it can develop your knowledge in both business management and organizational healthcare, giving you a broad, deep expertise across these areas. The online bachelor’s degree in healthcare management from Lindenwood University is designed to cover the essentials of the healthcare industry. Your coursework will explore finance, legal issues, and how to effectively manage health services for local communities or even international organizations.
Is there a lot of math in health management?
Yes, math is required in the study of and practice of healthcare management, including mathematical disciplines such as geometry, algebra and statistics.
What roles can a health management degree prepare you for?
A health management degree can prepare you for a number of oversight roles within medical and health service management. Additionally, you can pursue areas of healthcare and human services – from mental health case management to grant writing and more.
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