Healthcare Administration, Minor

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Program Description

An undergraduate minor in Healthcare Administration provides students in different programs a solid foundation in the skills necessary to serve as an effective and competent administrator within any healthcare setting. Healthcare Administration students are prepared to work in entry and middle management positions within public, private, and non-profit health agencies. Responsibilities include administration and management tasks such as developing, planning, managing, and leading health care operations and services, and directing changes in healthcare laws and regulation. Opportunities exists in industries such as health care systems, technology industries, data analytics, health insurance, innovation, business, and wellness. There is increased demand for employees with knowledge of healthcare administration in a variety of settings. This minor would be beneficial for students majoring in Business, Pre-Professional (pre-med, pre-dental, pre-physical therapy), Nursing and Allied Health fields (Respiratory Therapy, Dental Hygiene, etc.), Behavioral Sciences, Information Systems, Public Health or any other health-related field. 

Matriculation Requirements

Admitted to a bachelor's degree program at UVU.

Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

Overall minor GPA of 3.0 or above in all courses.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Implement business and health care policy by exhibiting intelligence in healthcare operations, business, resource allocation, policy making, and law.
2. Serve in leadership and management roles demonstrating effective, efficient and ethical leadership.
3. Compare and contrast public, private, and foreign healthcare systems.
4. Demonstrate proficiency in networking, continuous improvement, operations, leadership, and management upon completion of an internship.