Survey of Health Care Systems (0635-310)
An overview of the development, structure and current forces transforming the health care system. Topics include the status of the national and regional populations, physician practice and payment, private and government health insurance, the impact of medical technology, manpower issues, hospital services and reimbursement systems, ambulatory care and alternative delivery systems, and mental health and long-term care. (Prerequisite: for those not in HSA program permission of chair) Credit 4

Health Systems Administration (0635-320)
A survey of administration in health care facilities focusing on the application of general management principles in the unique health care environment. Issues such as organizational structures, planning and performance monitoring, personnel management, finance and the respective roles of medical professional and administrator in managing the facility are discussed. (Prerequisite: for those not in HSA program permission of chair) Credit 4

Health Care Economics and Finance (0635-351)
Introduction to the efficiency, effectiveness and equity of the new economics of health care; a conceptual and practical knowledge of health care finance, including sources of funding, accounting and reporting; and the influence of third-party payers. No previous work in economics is assumed. (Prerequisite: for those not in HSA program permission of chair) Credit 4

Legal Aspects of Health Care Administration (0635-421)
An overview of statute and regulation as they apply to the health care field. Topics include an overview of the American legal system, licensure of institutions, licensure and discipline of practitioners, physician-patient relationship, reproductive issues, the right to die, organ donations, medical records, legal liability, malpractice and labor law. (Prerequisite: for those not in HSA program permission of chair ) Credit 4

Health Care Quality Assurance (0635-431)
An introduction to quality assurance in health care. Course explores past and current definitions of quality and competing concepts of quality assurance; reviews existing quality assurance requirements and accrediting organizations, federal and state agencies, and third-party payers; describes and explains quality assurance methods and tools in their application in various settings. (Prerequisite: for those not in HSA program permission of chair)        Credit 4

Health Planning & Program Development (0635-441)
A review of the methodology of planning effectively for health care services. The use of data systems, forecasting, and identifying and analyzing problems are explored, along with the process of strategic planning, setting priorities, developing projects and allocating resources. Students prepare actual applications for new programs to regulatory agencies. (Prerequisite: for those not in HSA program permission of chair) Credit 4