Why Pursue a Career in Healthcare Management?
Career Opportunities – Healthcare is the largest industry in the U.S. and the second largest employer with more than 11 million jobs. Virtually all new private sector jobs over the past five years came from healthcare, and the sector continues to grow faster than most other segments (Business Week, September 2006). Career Flexibility – A degree in healthcare management can open many doors for you. Graduates find exciting careers in medical group practices, consulting firms, pharmaceutical companies, community health centers, long-term care facilities, health insurance companies, home health agencies, federal and state agencies, hospitals, and managed care organizations. Great Earning Potential – in 2007 medical and health services managers earned an average annual salary of $84,980, according to the U.A. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management (BSHCM) Program Description The mission of the program is to provide traditional students, especially racial a