BPA 140 - Fundamentals of Healthcare Management

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Explore the essential principles and practices required to excel in the dynamic and complex field of healthcare management. Learn the primary elements relating to the administration of healthcare in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, medical and dental offices, and other health-related institutions. Examine the implications of federal and state legislation on the healthcare system.

Location(s) Typically Offered: Online (OL)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Spring

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe the evolution of the U.S. healthcare industry.
Define appropriate management strategy and structure of various healthcare organizations.
Define the importance of strategic and tactical planning for healthcare organizations.
Identify the basic systems of healthcare financing.
Discuss the current trends and prospects for providing quality healthcare in the United States.