Master of Science in Population Health Management
COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES
Department of Health and Human Sciences
The Masters of Science in Population Health Management prepares students to be advanced practitioners in the emerging field of Population Health Management. Graduates of this program will be able to:
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Analyze community and individual factors that influence health,
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Develop innovative approaches and interventions to improve health outcomes, and
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Develop effective practice that reduces healthcare costs.
The MS in Population Health Management is pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Career Information
Types of Jobs
- Health Navigator
- Clinic Supervisor
- Quality Compliance Officer
- Population Health Program Manager
Types of Employers
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Insurance providers
- Home healthcare agencies
- Managed care companies
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
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100% Online
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2 Options to Choose From:
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Accelerated MS program (34 hours) that can be completed in one calendar year.
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Traditional MS program (34 hours) that is completed over 2 years (4 semesters)
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Capstone Project
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Interdisciplinary courses taught by graduate faculty with specialties in Health Systems Management, Nursing, and Public Health
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 34 hours of graduate course work with a “B” or higher in each course. A Grade of “B” or higher on the Capstone Project.
RELATED DEGREES
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
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Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Management
CAMPUS ORGANIZATIONS & ACTIVITIES
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National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Contact Information
985-549-2309
Mailing address: SLU 10863, Hammond, LA 70402
On-campus address: White Hall, Room 206
