Bachelor
of Health Administration
The Bachelor of Health Administration program is a dynamic educational experience that enables healthcare professionals and any person interested in the healthcare field to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to make a significant impact in his/her organizations and other people’s lives. The program is offered in a flexible, hybrid format that allows students to combine their undergraduate studies with family and professional responsibilities.
The mission of
the Bachelor of Health Administration Program (BHA) is to prepare a diverse
student population with knowledge, skills, and values to work in entry-level
management positions in various healthcare originations or to pursue graduate education in health administration, health policy, health law, health
services research, and other health-related fields.
The Program
focuses on preparing students who traditionally have been under-served by
higher education to serve in public, private, and federal healthcare settings
including hospitals, integrated delivery systems, medical groups, long-term
care facilities, and insurance providers.
What can you expect from being a
student of the Health Administration program?
- You will acquire
skills necessary for non-clinical careers in healthcare
- You will gain a
strong foundation in health care management and current policies
- You will be taught
by highly qualified faculty with years of industry experience. Governors State University has nationally
recognized faculty for their teaching and research experiences..
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You will study along with peers who could
share decades of professional experience and enrich your classroom learning with
practical healthcare examples.
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You will
participate in a strong Practicum program.
The undergraduate Practicum offers Health Administration students an
opportunity to work side by side with healthcare administrators, to gain valuable
experiences in different healthcare settings, and to
identify career prospects.
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You can be
seamlessly admitted into Governors State University Master of Health
Administration program.
What is expected from a student of the Health Administration program?
- Respect your
faculty and your peers
- Adhere to the
highest standards of professional behavior and honesty
- Demonstrate intellectual
curiosity
- Show dedication to
your studies and your professional success.