Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration
Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration
Position yourself with the tools and skills to jumpstart a career in healthcare administration to serve the community and promote better health outcomes.
Application Deadline: March 5, 2025
Classes Start: March 10, 2025
Online Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration
Earn your BA in Healthcare Administration, the intersection of business and healthcare, from Concordia University Chicago.
The CUC Advantage
The Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration is carefully crafted to equip students with the expertise and managerial acumen required to become impactful and socially conscious leaders within the ever-evolving regional, national and global healthcare services landscape.
As a Christian-based institution, we are dedicated to preparing the next generation of leaders to live a life fulfilled by purpose and meaning. Because we aim to model Christlike behavior, our doors are open to all. So, bring your curiosity, your personality and your values. Be a living example of what it means to serve a cause greater than yourself by pursuing an education where ideas inspire you, the Gospel lives and forms you and God’s calling takes root. Show the world what it means to stand tall for others.
100% Online Program
Discover the unparalleled convenience of pursuing your Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration through a fully online program. At CUC, we recognize the challenges of today’s fast-paced world and that’s why our curriculum is thoughtfully structured to seamlessly integrate with your busy lifestyle. With all courses offered online, you have the flexibility to acquire knowledge from the comfort of your home or even while on the move, ensuring that your education is more accessible and adaptable than ever before.
Self-Paced Learning
CUC’s Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration empowers you to tailor your learning experience to your own rhythm. Whether you’re a full-time student or managing your education alongside work and family responsibilities, our adaptable curriculum enables you to dictate the pace of your learning. Seize control of your educational path and attain a harmonious work-life-study equilibrium that aligns perfectly with your unique requirements.
A Dedication to Integrity
Integrity forms the cornerstone of CUC’s principles. Our faculty, staff and students are committed to living genuinely, guided by their faith. Within our programs, students are encouraged to exhibit resilience and unwavering dedication to their academic endeavors.
Simple Transfer Credit
Transferring your credits to CUC has never been more effortless. Our uncomplicated transfer credit procedure guarantees the swift acknowledgment and integration of your previous academic accomplishments into your Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration degree. This translates to reduced time spent revisiting what you’ve already mastered and more time dedicated to pursuing your interest in healthcare administration.
Institutional Accreditation
Concordia University Chicago is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to award baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees.
The Higher Learning Commission was established in 1895 as one of six regional accrediting bodies in the United States. It is an independent organization whose purpose is to provide accreditation to post-secondary educational institutions that confer degrees. The HLC assesses and accredits the institution as a whole.
The mission of the HLC is to ensure the quality of higher education, striving to be the foremost authority in fair, impactful and reliable accreditation. The HLC serves the best interests of students and member institutions.
Admission Requirements
- A completed application for admission to the Accelerated Degree Programs.
- Submission of official transcripts from ALL colleges or universities attended, including records of good standing.
- Possible final high school transcript with graduation date.
*Applicants will be notified of admission decisions generally within 48 hours after submitting all required documents.
Wide Selection of Career Opportunities
Through CUC’s Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration, you’ll unlock a multitude of promising career pathways within the dynamic healthcare sector. Our all-encompassing program empowers you with the expertise, insights and connections required to thrive on the business front of this ever-evolving field. Our degree is your stepping stone to a prosperous journey in this vibrant field.
Don’t merely pursue your passion for business and health; transform it into a gratifying and enriching career with CUC’s Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration. Help patients get the best care, by being their advocate in healthcare administration roles.
The Rewarding Nature of a Healthcare Administration Degree
If you are business-minded and interested in the healthcare industry, then a healthcare administration degree might be right for you. A healthcare administration degree is a pathway to a dynamic and rewarding career at the intersection of the business and medical world. This field plays a critical role in the effective functioning of healthcare organizations, ensuring that they are financially sound, well-managed and able to provide high-quality care to patients.
This degree shares similarities with traditional business programs but is designed to meet the specific demands of the healthcare industry. You will learn how to navigate the complexities of the healthcare system including the unique challenges, regulations, legalities and ethical considerations that are inherent to this field. Additionally, you’ll understand current healthcare trends and the impact technology has on improving service quality and patient safety.
Embark on a journey where your deep passion for both the healthcare industry and business sets the stage for a world of thrilling career possibilities. Explore how this groundbreaking degree program can equip you with the tools to thrive and succeed.
Career Outlook: Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration
Upon earning a Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration from CUC, you’ll acquire the expertise and credentials essential for embarking on a range of thrilling and fulfilling career paths within the ever-evolving realm of healthcare. According to the BLS, job demand in this space is expected to grow by 28% between 2022-2032 (a much faster rate than most occupations). Here are just a handful of the numerous roles that await you after graduation:
Hospital Administrator: As a hospital administrator, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of healthcare facilities, ensuring smooth functioning, resource allocation and quality patient care.
Healthcare Consultant: Put your expertise to work by offering advisory services to healthcare organizations, helping them optimize their operations, reduce costs and enhance patient outcomes.
Healthcare Manager: Manage healthcare teams and departments, overseeing budgets, personnel and policies to ensure efficient and effective healthcare service delivery.
Health Information Manager: Be at the forefront of healthcare technology by managing electronic health records and ensuring data privacy and security compliance.
Health Policy Analyst: Contribute to shaping healthcare policy by analyzing healthcare regulations, assessing their impact and making recommendations for improvements.
Healthcare Quality Improvement Specialist: Focus on enhancing patient care by identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to increase the quality and safety of healthcare services.
Healthcare Marketing and Communications Specialist: Promote healthcare organizations, services and initiatives through marketing, public relations and communication strategies.
Healthcare Financial Analyst: Dive into healthcare finance, analyzing budgets, costs and financial performance to ensure the financial sustainability of healthcare organizations.
Long-Term Care Administrator: Oversee the operations of long-term care facilities such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities and hospices, ensuring the well-being of residents.
These are just a few of the exciting career paths that become available with a Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration from CUC. Your degree equips you with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field while pursuing a fulfilling and rewarding career.
Develop Skills for Your Résumé
Earning a Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration from Concordia University Chicago equips you with essential skills that can set you apart in the job market:
1. Leadership & Team Management
Gain the ability to lead teams and manage operations in healthcare and business environments, focusing on teamwork, leadership strategies and group dynamics.
2. Healthcare Systems Knowledge
Understand the complexities of healthcare systems, including regulation, access and service delivery, preparing you to oversee healthcare operations effectively.
3. Healthcare Law & Ethics
Learn to navigate legal and ethical challenges in healthcare, including compliance, patient protection, medical ethics and regulations.
4. Financial Management
Develop financial analysis skills, including budgeting and ensuring the financial health of healthcare organizations.
5. Marketing & Communication
Master strategic marketing, consumer behavior and digital strategies to effectively promote healthcare services.
6. Project Management & Organizational Change
Manage projects from start to finish and handle organizational change, showcasing your problem-solving abilities.
7. Health Information & Data Management
Gain expertise in managing electronic health records and ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations.
8. Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
Develop strong analytical skills to assess healthcare issues and create effective solutions.
9. Business Communication
Enhance your written and verbal communication skills for effective interactions with teams, stakeholders and patients.
10. Ethical Decision-Making
Build a foundation of ethical leadership, making informed decisions that positively impact patient care and organizational operations.
Lock in Your Tuition!
As long as there are no interruptions in your course of study, we guarantee your tuition will remain the same and never increase while earning this degree. This guarantee ensures a stable and predictable investment in your education.
Don’t miss out on our Tuition Guarantee – enroll today!
Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration: Senior Project
The Senior Project serves as a showcase of an individual student’s body of work. Students will craft a personalized portfolio that demonstrates their experience and expertise in the workforce, alongside the array of technical and soft skills they excel within. The production of this portfolio brings together the academic, professional and personal achievements of the individual, helping brand themselves to potential employers upon graduation.
Your Senior Project acts as a concrete manifestation of your skills and expertise, serving as a compelling asset when you present yourself to potential employers. It stands as a potent addition to your professional portfolio, showcasing your capacity to create a significant impact in any project area you collaborate on.
To delve deeper into the Senior Project and its pivotal role in shaping your educational journey at CUC, please request more information here. Embrace this exceptional opportunity to harness your enthusiasm for both healthcare and business administration and transform it into a promising career through the comprehensive learning experience provided by CUC’s Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Student Testimonials
“The professors are super helpful. Two of my professors who were very meaningful to me were also athletic trainers. They would meet every few weeks and talk about the coursework and my job.Get to know your professors. They can help you with day to day or even land a job. Send an introductory email so stand out as a student. You can get to learn about how they are experts in their field.”
“Make that commitment that once you’re going to start the program that you are going to be dedicated to completing it and finishing it.”
“Be committed to see it through and give 100% because that’s really how you’re going to be able to take what you learn and apply it into a career setting.”
“It’s hard to get your masters and be a mom, to be working full time. But it’s a great sense of ‘yeah I did that, while working a full time job, it’s rewarding”.I would say Concordia and getting my masters was the jumpstart of what made me great today.”
“CISSN I passed with flying colors and I got over a 90%.” Getting your Masters degree prepares you to be an auto mechanic. When you get your Masters you learn how to build the car so it teaches you how to understand the scientific principles very deeply that surround these certifications.
I will tell you that it improved my practice a hundred times over just having a really strong grip on the scientific foundations that builds the certification. I was balancing 5 kids and owning a gym. The professors are good at working with adults who are working. The program is entirely doable and designed for working adults and that’s why you choose asynchronous online education.
A big thank you to all the amazing professors I had in my time at Concordia, I will tell you I really got my money’s worth out of that program. You are going to get out what you put in. If you put in the work you will reap the reward. You will make the connections you need to make. You will learn what you need to learn to be a better practitioner”