Healthcare Administration - Major

Major: Healthcare Administration
Degree awarded: Bachelor of Arts
Total credit hours: 52
Internship/Practicum opportunities: Visit the Career Development Center for internship information.

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About the Healthcare Administration Major

We count on doctors and nurses to be there for us when we need them most. But they can only provide their best care when administrators are there to handle complex challenges like laws and regulations, an ever-changing insurance landscape, rising costs and more.

Thiel College’s Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Healthcare Administration degree program will prepare you to fill one of these vital behind-the-scenes roles. By the time you graduate, you will have learned the leadership, management and communication skills you need to thrive in this growing field.

Healthcare Administration Program Curriculum

This major combines two in-demand fields, business and healthcare, in a single program designed to meet industry demands.

In the Healthcare Administration major, you will:

Learn the basics of finance, human resources, information systems, medical staff relations and patient care services.
Acquire basic business knowledge in foundational classes that cover topics such as accounting, economics, ethics and data analytics.
Develop an in-depth understanding of the healthcare industry through courses including Principles of Healthcare Management, Healthcare Policy and Trends in Healthcare.

Review the major curriculum in the Academic Catalog

Experiential Learning Opportunities

The best way to position yourself for your future role in healthcare is by viewing it up close. That is why all Healthcare Administration majors complete up to 150 hours of clinical experience at a site near campus before graduating.

You will get a firsthand look at the challenges administrators face, from ensuring the security and privacy of patient medical records to refining everyday processes. This real-world practicum provides career experience you can share with future employers.

Healthcare Administration Major Objectives

Healthcare leaders must balance the business needs of their organizations with the growing disparity in patient access to quality care.

At Thiel, you learn what it takes to guide your healthcare institution sustainably, equitably and ethically. The program also equips you with the communication, decision-making and critical thinking skills employers want.

Once you graduate, you will be able to:

Perform basic business management functions in a healthcare environment.
Employ data analysis through the use of spreadsheets and databases.
Resolve ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare managers.
Work as part of a team.
Communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Alumni and Careers

The job market for medical and health services managers is experiencing steady , significant growth, reflecting their crucial role in the healthcare industry.

With a degree in Healthcare Administration from Thiel, you graduate prepared to work in a hospital, doctor’s office, residential care facility, outpatient care center or similar location.

Possible careers include:

Healthcare administrator
Health information management manager
Hospital operations manager
Insurance specialist
Medical office administrator

Student Life Experiences

Classroom lessons are just one part of the Thiel experience. Taking the time to get involved with student groups and other extracurricular activities helps you connect with fellow students, develop a professional network, build leadership skills and add a whole new dimension to your education.

Thiel offers dozens of clubs and organizations, including ones dedicated to athletics, community service and academics. Healthcare Administration majors might be especially interested in:

Accounting Club
Greenville Jr. Chamber of Commerce
National Society of Leadership and Success

Explore Thiel ’s student clubs and organizations.

Business Scholarship Opportunities

Almost all of our students — 99 percent — receive some form of financial aid. Business students who have demonstrated exemplary academic prowess, community involvement or leadership are eligible for scholarships such as:

The August and Susan Bamford Scholarship
Dr. Morrison H. Beach Scholarship
The Roger ’52 and Paula G. Blatter Scholarship
The John T. Egbert Jr. and Phyllis Faries Egbert Scholarship
Daniel A. Hamo Scholarship
Huether Foundation Endowment for Business
The David ’71 and Deborah ’75 Mogle Endowed Scholarship
Helen Patterson Hill Memorial Scholarship
Lend-A-Hand Scholarship
The Rev. Dr. Kenneth R. May Scholarship Fund
The Wise Family Endowed Scholarship Fund

Learn more about financial aid

Learn More About Thiel College’s Healthcare Administration Major

Healthcare systems and facilities need leaders who understand both care and business. Thiel’s small classes, dedicated faculty and hands-on experience will deliver the skills you need to succeed in this rapidly growing field. Take the next step in your future through the Healthcare Administration major.