The purpose of the bachelor’s degree HIM program at Davenport University is to prepare the graduates to advance in the HIM  profession through the use of critical thinking, data analytic skills, communication, applied research, self-directed learning, leadership and management skills. This program prepares RHIT credentialed professionals for emerging key roles in supporting the technological infrastructure for health services delivery.  Graduates of this program are eligible to sit for the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) exam.