Health Informatics Administration

Overview

The cutting-edge Master of Science in Health Informatics Administration program at University of Maryland University College is uniquely designed for both experienced healthcare professionals and information technology professionals but is accessible to those seeking to change career paths. It is taught by industry leaders to help you develop the expertise to oversee the complex coordination of an organization's health informatics and information management needs. This program can help equip you with the relevant practical knowledge, professional skills, and competencies to become a key player in the rapidly evolving healthcare industry.

The programme

University of Maryland University College offers a wide range of programs to give you the confidence you need to succeed and build a better future starting on your first day of class. Programs are available in high-demand fields to help you bolster your career.

• Pursue an in-demand healthcare degree: If you have a desire to help others, consider one of UMUC's programs in the fast-growing healthcare field. UMUC offers degrees in nursing (RN to BSN), gerontology, psychology and healthcare administration.

• Go green with environmental management: UMUC's curriculum offers an interdisciplinary approach to environmental management that includes management of air, land and water; pollution control; policies; regulations; and environmental health and safety.

• Complete your science degree online: Prepare for a career in pharmaceutical, agricultural or biomedical research. UMUC's biotechnology and lab management programs are designed for transfer students who already hold an associate's degree in science.

The Master of Science in Health Informatics Administration (MSHIA) degree has a dual emphasis: health care administration and informatics (information science) applied to the health care industry. It is geared toward health care professionals as well as information technology professionals who work in health care settings.

The curriculum requires 36 credits of coursework, two integrative health care administration informatics courses, one of which is a capstone, five technology courses, four health care administration courses; and a research methods course.