HCM 2601 - Fundamentals of Healthcare Management

Lec. 3; Cr. 3

A comprehensive review of the organization and management of the health care system in the United States. This interdisciplinary course establishes a framework from which health administration issues and problems may be identified, analyzed, and evaluated. Additionally, the course focuses on managing in a rapidly changing environment. Current issues and trends affecting medical practices, ambulatory facilities, assisted living centers, nursing homes, and Alzheimer’s facilities are considered. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in this course if the course is used to satisfy a degree or certificate requirement within the Division of Health Science and Business Technology.

Formerly: BADM/ALLH 2601