Utah Valley University

What you'll study

The minor totals 18 credit hours. Required core courses include:

• HLSC 4500 Healthcare Administration (3 credits)
• HLSC 4640 Population Health and Strategic Management (3 credits)
• HLSC 4560G Introduction to Healthcare Systems (3 credits)

Students choose one course (3 credits) from strategic/operations options:

• HLSC 4780 Strategic Planning and Operations Management
• HLTH 4140 Program Planning and Evaluation (may have additional prerequisites)
• MGMT 4470 Strategic Operational Planning

Students also select one of the following law options (3 credits):

• HLSC 4840 Healthcare Law
• LEGL 3000 Business Law

Finally, students pick one elective (3 credits) from courses such as:

• HLSC 4250 Health Organization and Policy
• HLSC 3660 Healthcare Economics
• HLSC 4330 Healthcare Financial Management
• HR 3430 Introduction to Human Resource Management
• HLSC 3050 Healthcare Quality and Safety
• HLSC 4000 Introduction to Health Insurance Management
• HLSC 3550 Healthcare Project and Revenue Cycle Management

Entry requirements

Students must be admitted to a bachelor's degree program at Utah Valley University to enroll in this minor. The sample graduation plan spans two years (terms shown) and students are encouraged to work with their advisor to tailor timing based on placement and transfer credit.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for entry- and middle-management positions in public, private and non-profit health agencies, performing tasks such as operations management, resource allocation, policy implementation and leadership. The program notes applicability to roles across health care systems, technology, analytics, insurance, innovation, business and wellness.

Related occupational data listed on the program page for medical and health services managers: Total Positions 562,700; Field Growth 28.5%; Median Salary $110,680; Average Openings 61.4.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Students should consult their UVU academic advisor and the university scholarships office for available funding and eligibility. The program page notes advising support and online course options; meet with an advisor to identify scholarship opportunities, internal awards and how the minor fits your overall financing plan.