Healthcare Leadership (BS)

Healthcare Leadership provides a comprehensive exposure to the field of administration and leadership with coursework in areas such as the healthcare environment, professionalism, leadership, business skills and communication. The need for qualified healthcare administrators with leadership acumen and ethical fitness is significant, as these individuals are in great demand within the dynamic and complex healthcare landscape. While in the program, you'll have multiple internship opportunities. Upon graduation, you be well prepared to pursue more advanced coursework in related areas ( e.g., healthcare administration, public health, health promotion).

Major: Health Studies
Concentration: Healthcare Leadership
Degree: Bachelor of Science (BS)
UofM Global program: Fully online 
Degree Sheet (subject to change)

Post-grad + Careers

Students graduating with a BS degree with a concentration in Healthcare Leadership are well prepared to attend graduate school within the following areas:

• Master of Science in Health Studies with a concentration in Health Promotion
• Master of Public Health
• Master of Business Administration
• Master in Healthcare Administration

Note: You should seek the guidance of the academic services coordinator, the pre-health professional advisor, faculty mentors, and/or the college/school of interest with regards to needed prerequisite courses for Graduate School admission.

Students are also well prepared to begin employment within the following areas:

• Ambulatory care facilities
• Long-term healthcare settings
• Health maintenance organizations
• Medical group practices
• Community health settings
• Local and federal government health agencies
• Pharmaceutical firms
• Insurance companies
• Hospitals

For more information:
Dr. Gregory Hughes, Program Coordinator
gshughes@memphis.edu