Hospital/Facilities Administration

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Topics of Study

In this program, you will learn how to apply managerial principles to the administration of hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other health care facilities. You will study facilities planning, building and operations management, business and financial management, and insurance. You will also learn about fund-raising and marketing, public relations, human resources management, labor relations, and applicable laws and regulations.

Degrees

• A certificate or associate degree prepares individuals for entry-level jobs in hospital administration, such as human resources manager or substance abuse counselor.
• A bachelor's degree is required for administrative positions in hospital and public health care facilities.
• A graduate degree is required for work in upper-level management, public policy, law, clinical degree programs, and college teaching.