Building on a foundation of general business courses and techniques, the program provides a rigorous study of finance, law, marketing, healthcare ethics, information systems, and human resources.
It also explores the relationship between these areas and the roles that governments and third-party providers play in determining healthcare funding.
Healthcare is changing more rapidly and has taken on greater importance in the everyday lives of Americans than almost any other field. As a Healthcare Management major at AIC, you?ll not only receive theoretical knowledge of key issues, but will also work closely with faculty to better understand the real-world management situations you?ll face in your career. Completing AIC?s Healthcare Management major will also have career benefits when paired with an Associate?s Degree in a related field, such as diagnostic imaging, respiratory therapy, or information management. This combination allows you to assume greater managerial responsibilities within your healthcare specialty.
As a graduate of the program, you?ll have the skills and knowledge needed for a variety of advanced degree programs and careers, including:
- Hospitals and medical practices
- Extended care facilities
- Government agencies
- Insurance companies
