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The Executive Master of Science in Health Informatics program is designed to provide students with access to the technical knowledge and organizational management skills necessary to leverage data to increase operational efficiency in the healthcare industry. Students will learn and apply foundational concepts and methodologies that constitute health informatics from database design to compliance requirements to machine learning for decision-making purposes. Designed for working professionals, this hybrid program exposes students to new and emerging tools and technologies needed for careers in the expanding Healthcare and related IT Healthcare fields.
For international students enrolled in these programs, Curricular Practical Training-CPT will be available for eligible required internships/work placement.
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers foundational to advanced topics in health informatics, including database design, compliance, security strategies, and the application of machine learning in healthcare decision-making.
- Hands-on Learning: Includes a series of internships offering real-world experience and practical application of skills.
- Flexible Learning: Online coursework is complemented by three-day on-campus residencies each term, ensuring flexibility while maintaining essential face-to-face interactions.
- Cutting-Edge Tools and Technologies: Students gain exposure to the latest tools and techniques in the field, preparing them for emerging roles in the healthcare IT sector.
- CPT Eligibility for International Students: Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is available for eligible international students enrolled in the program, providing opportunities for work placement and internships.
Degree Course Requirements - 36 credit hours
- HIM 5115 - Health Informatics Management Principles Credits: 3
- HIM 5225 - Design and Implementation of Health Information Systems Credits: 3
- HIM 5325 - Design of Data Mining Systems Credits: 3
- HIM 5615 - Design of Database Systems Credits: 3
- HIM 6035 - Health Informatics Compliance and Integrity Credits: 3
- HIM 6055 - Security Strategies for Healthcare Systems Credits: 3
- HIM 6115 - Managing the Healthcare Project Credits: 3
- HIM 6125 - Healthcare Data Analytics Credits: 3
- HIM 6335 - Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Credits: 3
- HIM 6445 - Visualizing Healthcare Data Credits: 3
- HIM 5911 - Internship I in Health Informatics Credits: 1
- HIM 5912 - Internship II in Health Informatics Credits: 1
- HIM 5913 - Internship III in Health Informatics Credits: 1
- HIM 5914 - Internship IV in Health Informatics Credits: 1
- HIM 5915 - Internship V in Health Informatics Credits: 2
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