Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management (BBA)
Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States. As a result, the business needs of a healthcare organization are unique, and a run-of-the-mill Business Administration degree only offers some of the knowledge and skills needed.
Accelerated Career Growth with an Accelerated Degree
Our healthcare specialization track focuses on practical applications and career-oriented skills developed with a corporate advisory board of regional healthcare providers. Classes are taught by faculty with advanced degrees and direct industry experience.
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Learning Goals
Upon graduating from Muhlenberg College, students in the Accelerated Healthcare Program will be able to:
- Demonstrate written and oral communication skills appropriate for business situations.
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make sound decisions in the U.S. healthcare system and the business environment.
- Recognize the ethical and corporate social responsibilities of organizations
- Operate effectively when in teams, both as a leader and as a member.
- Explain the function of primary payer systems and regulatory agencies in the US healthcare system.
- Demonstrate an understanding of emerging trends and challenges in healthcare administration.
- Describe the nature of healthcare delivery, including the demographic, social, political, economic, technological, legal, ethical, professional, and historic factors that influence the present and future direction of healthcare.
- Describe key aspects of healthcare organization change, design, performance, strategic planning, marketing, problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership.
Finish in as little as 22 months with our accelerated programs.
- It consists of 16 five-week courses, meeting only once a week
- Fully online delivery for flexibility
- Class costs include books and materials; No hidden fees
- Fixed tuition will never increase for the duration of your program
- Generous transfer policies, including credit for prior learning
Learn essential career skills
- Courses aligned to the specific challenges of the health services industry
- Project-based learning
- Practical applications that are relevant to day-to-day work
- Real-life projects, work with select non-profit organizations
- Focus on the development of soft skills you'll need in professional environments
Review the Accelerated Bachelor's of Business Administration Healthcare Management Program Sheet for course description information.
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