Entirely new positions are being created to administer critical aspects of the emerging health care system including managed care, community health, alternative delivery settings, computerization, and related technology. According to the 1998-99 Occupational Outlook Handbook of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of health services managers and administrators is expected to grow faster than the average of all occupations through the year 2006 as the health services industry continues to expand and diversify. A master's degree will be the preferred educational preparation to take full advantage of emerging opportunities and roles. Courses in the fall enrollment begin in October. The program requires a minimum of 36 semester hours and can be completed in 15 months.
Courses make extensive use of case studies and applied projects.
Each course will meet three to five times, on a weekend basis, during a 10 week term. Select courses will be enhanced with the use of email and other distance learning technologies to communicate and exchange learning materials. Special topic courses can be designed by the individual student and do not require campus class meetings. Programs are structured to provide a supportive learning environment, which balances personal, social, and professional demands.