Felician University

What you'll study

The programme combines management principles, healthcare policy, regulatory requirements and applied skills in health information and quality improvement. Core areas typically include healthcare management and leadership, healthcare finance and reimbursement, health law and ethics, health information systems, quality improvement and patient safety, and research methods for health administrators.

Students commonly complete a capstone project or practicum placement with a local healthcare provider to apply classroom learning to real organisational challenges. Courses emphasise case studies, data‑driven decision making, project management and communication skills needed to lead interdisciplinary teams in clinical and non‑clinical settings.

• Healthcare Management and Leadership: organisational behaviour, strategic planning and human resource management in healthcare contexts.
• Healthcare Finance and Reimbursement: budgeting, financial reporting, reimbursement models and payer environments.
• Health Law, Ethics and Compliance: regulatory frameworks, risk management, patient privacy and ethical decision making.
• Health Information Systems: basic informatics, electronic health records, data governance and the use of analytics for management.
• Quality Improvement and Patient Safety: performance measurement, process redesign, accreditation and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Research Methods / Evidence‑based Practice: statistics, programme evaluation and applied research for management decision support.

Programme structure

The programme is offered as a structured sequence of graduate courses delivered over multiple terms, with part‑time study options often available for working professionals. A practicum or capstone serves as the culminating experience, allowing students to work on a supervised project within a healthcare organisation.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Relevant professional experience in healthcare or administration is welcomed and can strengthen an application. Required application materials typically include official transcripts, a current résumé or CV, a personal statement outlining professional goals, and one or two professional or academic references.

Felician University evaluates applications holistically; additional requirements for practicum placement—such as background checks, immunisation documentation or proof of professional licensure where applicable—may be required prior to placement.

Career prospects

Graduates move into a range of administrative and leadership roles across the healthcare sector, including hospitals, physician practices, outpatient clinics, long‑term care facilities, behavioural health settings, and health plan or payer organisations. Common job titles include:

• Health Services Manager / Healthcare Administrator
• Medical Practice Manager
• Clinical or Non‑clinical Department Manager
• Quality Improvement Coordinator / Patient Safety Officer
• Health Information Manager or HIM Specialist
• Compliance Officer / Risk Manager
• Healthcare Consultant or Project Manager

The programme also prepares graduates for further study or credentialing in healthcare management, quality improvement, and health information management.

Why study at Felician University

Felician University offers a student‑centred learning environment rooted in the university’s Franciscan values, emphasising ethical leadership and service. Small class sizes provide opportunities for close interaction with faculty who bring practitioner experience from regional healthcare systems and community organisations.

The university’s location in the New Jersey / New York metropolitan region gives students access to a network of hospitals, clinics and health agencies for practicum placements and professional connections. Flexible delivery options and scheduling accommodate working professionals seeking to advance their leadership skills while continuing to work.