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Bachelor of Science Health Services Administration Management
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Why earn a degree in Management from Strayer?
This program can help you develop more effectiveness as a leader. Learn how to navigate day-to-day managerial responsibilities and get a big picture perspective for creating and executing successful strategies in a health services setting.
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Bachelor of Health Services Administration, Management program overview
Strayer’s online management degree can help you develop the skills to determine and set the tone for organizational behaviors, management of human capital, projects and operations. You’ll also be equipped to work in small, medium and large organizations.
What skills do you need to be an effective manager?
- Establish performance goals and collect data to measure success
- Inform policies and procedures and enlist your team to apply them to day-to-day business operations
- Apply ethics to business decision-making to positively impact stakeholders
- Review the performance of key processes related to behavior, project management and operations within organizations
- Develop strategic planning and management skills to help increase employee performance
Class size varies based on course objectives and the teaching demands of the subject matter. In general, Strayer University aims to keep the student-to-instructor ratio low.
How long does it take to get a degree in health services management?
- There are 40 11-week courses in this program.
- How many courses you take at a time will determine how long the overall program will be.
- Strayer University credits are expressed in quarter hours.
- One quarter hour of credit is granted for the successful completion of 10 contact hours per course.
- The standard requirement for one course is for students to spend 10 to 14 hours in weekly work, including in- and out-of-classroom work, for a total of 135 hours by the end of the course. Strayer’s course design uses this requirement to meet applicable regulatory standards.
This program is currently not approved for federal financial aid by the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
Program features
Add essential skills to your resume
Along with your degree, you’ll learn professional skills employers value, from communication to problem-solving.
Save on your degree
For every three classes you pass, you’ll earn one on us at the end of your program. Eligibility and participation rules apply.
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Accredited online university
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86
of Strayer bachelor’s alumni agree that Strayer was the right choice for earning their degree.
Strayer Alumni Survey, 2022
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Program cost breakdown
In most cases, Strayer’s BSHS program consists of 40 courses, with the price of $1525 per course. There are additional fees for textbooks and supplies, a $65 technology fee each term and a one-time $150 degree conferral fee.
Transfer credits
Courses from another institution may be eligible for transfer to Strayer, which can reduce the number of courses you need to graduate and your overall tuition. Bachelor’s students can transfer up to 28 classes toward the bachelor’s degree (if approved). Strayer’s transfer credit page has more information as well as a tool to estimate how many transfer credits you may be able to apply to your Strayer degree program.
Scholarships and financial aid
This program is currently not approved for federal financial aid by the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
There are a number of financial aid options worth exploring on our financial aid page. To apply for federal aid, prospective students should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Stafford loans are available for graduate study. These are direct unsubsidized loans, not based on financial need. Unlike subsidized loans, Stafford loan interest will accrue while in the program. Making interest payments while in school will help reduce the amount of principal that would otherwise build up, reducing your end cost.
There are also scholarships and private loans available for Strayer students.
More than 500 organizations – including corporations and community colleges – invest in their employees by working with Strayer University to offer access to discounted education programs. If your employer is a Corporate Alliance Partner, you may qualify for education benefits that can help you discover career and educational pathways related to your field.
Private loans
Non-federal loans may pay the difference between the cost of attendance and the total of loans and grants received from other tuition assistance programs. The terms and conditions of federal loans are often more favorable than private loans and should be considered before exploring private loans.
Military tuition assistance
Scholarships are offered to eligible students currently serving in the military, as well as military spouses. Strayer is also approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Learn more about the Strayer University active military assistance program here.
Veteran benefits
In addition to participating fully in the Yellow Ribbon Program, Strayer is approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Student veterans can receive transfer credit for military training and life experiences.
What coursework do you need to specialize in management?
In this program, you’ll take a close look at a variety of daily business tasks while focusing on management needs. You’ll learn to analyze operating processes and control systems to maximize efficiencies. You’ll also pick up fundamental concepts in organizational behavior and project management. View all courses
What is a minor in college?
A minor is a group of five courses in a select subject area that can add depth to your resume and round out your degree. Pursuing a minor offers you the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in a secondary area of interest outside of your major and concentration.
How does a minor work?
Since you can use elective courses to complete a minor, in some cases you may not have to spend extra time or money on additional courses to complete your degree. Keep in mind that courses used to complete your major can’t be applied toward a minor.
Should you get a minor in college?
Getting a minor can help give you professional skills. It demonstrates your forward thinking, self-motivation and organization – all valuable skills in the workplace.
Sample courses
Presents the fundamental concepts of organizational behavior. Emphasizes the human problems and behaviors in organizations and methods of dealing with these problems. Focuses on motivation, informal groups, power and politics, communication, ethics, conflict resolution, employment laws, technology and people, and managing change.
Presents the fundamentals of the project management process and examines application of the process. Reviews the stages and activities in the project life cycle, the organization for project management and various project control and evaluations processes. Introduces considerations for negotiation and human resource management concerns in project management.
Provides the basic principles of operating and managing a small business. Topics include buying, merchandising, pricing, promotions, inventory management, customer service, location decisions, and planning. Reviews strategic planning considerations related to operating a small business.
This course covers the key concepts related to operations management within an organization. Topics include strategic issues related to designing products and delivery services, making capacity and location decisions, and operating processes and control systems.
Being an effective communicator is an essential skill for any profession. In this course, you will learn the secrets to writing, listening, and speaking with credibility in order to share your voice with the world.
Provides a foundation in today's business operations with a focus on the major functions of a business (management, production, marketing, finance and accounting, human resource management, and various support functions). The course also provides an overview of business organizations and the competitive business environment, strategic planning, international business, ethical considerations, quality assurance and more.
What can you do with a BS HSA, Management degree?
Your education can help you pursue your professional and personal goals. While Strayer cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion or salary increase, we encourage you to explore the potential impact you can have in the management field. This program is currently not approved for federal financial aid by the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
Versatile skills for your future
The management concentration helps you develop the skills needed to determine and set the tone for organizational behaviors, projects, operations and the management of human capital. You’ll be prepared to work in small, medium and large organizations.
In addition, students who complete this concentration will be prepared to:
- Establish staff schedules and assignments and manage workload, space and equipment needs.
- Provide information on the status and implementation of programs, services and quality initiatives.
- Coach, mentor and help others improve their knowledge or skills.
- Coordinate the work and activities of others, and help them complete tasks together to as a team.
- Develop and build teams and create a culture of mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members.
- Perform day-to-day administrative tasks, maintain information files and process paperwork.
- Supervise activities and employees.
- Serve as a liaison between departments and teams to improve collaboration and communication.
86
of Strayer bachelor’s alumni agree that Strayer was the right choice for earning their degree.
Strayer Alumni Survey, 2022
Bachelor of Health Services Administration admission requirements
Before you can pursue your bachelor’s degree, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
A diploma from an approved high school or its equivalent
Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer. Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
International students
We welcome international students.
Campus locations
Come to a campus near you for guidance and support. You’ll have access to helpful resources, a supportive community and plenty of spaces to learn and grow.
This program is currently not approved for federal financial aid by the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
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