School of Business- Business Administration: Major in Healthcare Management

The healthcare industry is a safe bet for job growth in the future. The U.S. Department of Labor projects it to be one of the fastest growing fields in the next decade.* Students are trained for this growing, dynamic field by attending a healthcare management college in Texas.

Westwood College’s bachelor’s degree in Business Administration: Major in Healthcare Management can be completed in as little as three years. Plus, Westwood provides studenets a hands-on education from faculty members who have years of real-world experience.

Students gain valuable skills in classes, including Health Information Systems, Healthcare Delivery and Financing, and Introduction to Long-Term Care. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to analyze healthcare technology, interpret healthcare laws and policies, defend ethical decisions and formulate a strategic plan.

The coursework also emphasizes core management skills such as logic, problem solving and critical thinking. Graduates of Westwood’s Business Administration: Major in Healthcare Management program will be qualified for entry-level positions as an Assistant Administrator, Assistant Clinical Manager or Assistant Office Manager.**

*Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.
**Graduates without experience in the field will likely start in entry-level positions. Position titles and responsibilities may vary by hiring company.