Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Management
COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES
Department of Health and Human Sciences
Approved by the Louisiana Board of Regents on 8/27/2014; pending approval by SACSCOC
The purposes of the Health Systems Management (HSM) program are to prepare graduates who are able to understand current and future healthcare industry trends and issues; to develop, communicate and manage resources, and develop solutions to challenges for healthcare systems; and to improve overall quality and outcomes of healthcare systems and services.
Career Information
Types of Jobs
- Health Coach
- Clinic Supervisor
- Quality Compliance Officer
Types of Employers
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Insurance providers
- Home healthcare agencies
- Managed care companies
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
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Southeastern expects to begin enrolling students in this program in Fall 2015
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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that healthcare employment is projected to have one of the fastest growth rates between 2010 and 2020
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Students in the program complete capstone projects and supervised professional practice experiences
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Accelerated option allows students to complete academic requirements by following a three-year, fast-track curriculum
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Several courses offered online to share instruction load, library holdings and other resources with McNeese State University in Lake Charles
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
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Total semester hours required: 120
CONCENTRATIONS
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Healthcare management
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Healthcare quality improvement
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Care coordination
Contact Information
Dr. Ralph Wood, Assistant Dean
985-549-3772
Mailing address: SLU 10845, Hammond, LA 70402
On-campus address: Kinesiology and Health Studies Building, 400 Tennessee St.
