BS in Health Administration

Eastern Michigan University

The undergraduate Health Administration Program prepares students for entry-level management positions in a variety of public and private health services organizations, such as hospitals, group practices, long-term care organizations, non-profit organizations, and health centers. Individuals interested in senior and executive leadership position in health administration will need a master’s degree.

This major requires a separate application and admission process apart from being admitted to the University. While students may be admitted to the university as a ''Health Administration Intent'' student, admission to the Health Administration Program is not guaranteed.

Learn

Students who pursue the undergraduate health administration program will be exposed to topics essential for their success as managers. These include (but are not limited to) an overview of the healthcare system, accounting, finance, legal issues and health care regulation, health care reform, human resource management, research methods, and internships. The underlying principles of the Health Administration Program are an emphasis on cultural competency, teamwork, effective communication, and a commitment to healthcare for low-income and underserved individuals

Opportunities

The Health Administration Program provides students with many opportunities to learn and interact with faculty, fellow students, and healthcare leaders, such as participating in the Health Administration Student Organization, required internships, and working with faculty. Career preparation includes required internships that are available in southeast Michigan, Ohio and other geographic areas. Student internships are often located in hospitals, health insurance administrative offices, primary care health centers, free clinics, community organizations, mental health agencies, and even in prison hospitals’ infirmaries. These internships provide an excellent opportunity for the students to connect with health care leaders in the community and to learn management skills that build on the theoretical knowledge obtained in the classroom. Many students who complete their internships at the end of their studies have been able to segue into full-time employment Participating in student organizations, such as the Health Administration Student Organization provides students with an opportunity to learn organizational and teamwork skills and to develop lifelong relationships that will be an asset in future careers. Interacting with faculty beyond the classroom provides students and faculty the opportunity to become better acquainted and potential to work on scholarly projects that could result in publications.