Degree recipients should possess the following skills and abilities:
- Manage, analyze, and present healthcare data for effective decision-making in support of wide array of healthcare practices such as meaningful use initiatives, patient safety studies, and revenue cycle management
- Serve as liaison between technical and clinical functions to support users, including training and documenting the use of new technologies
- Complete a capstone project that demonstrates the breadth and depth of the educational preparation
- Demonstrate a commitment to continued competency through life-long learning
