A Master’s Degree in Health Information Management (HIM) is focused on ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of health information and healthcare systems. HIM professionals team with technology professionals, clinicians and administrators to develop, implement and maintain software and data systems that support efficient work processes and provide authorized access to pertinent information for use in patient care, education and research. The curriculum is designed to prepare professionals to thrive in an information-driven healthcare environment. Courses focus on management and leadership, development and implementation of clinical information systems, database methods, healthcare quality, data analytics, medical vocabularies and classification systems, research methods, privacy, security and compliance, ethics, project management and healthcare delivery. Completion of this degree earns eligibility to sit for the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Master’s Degree in Health Information Management, the student will:
- Advanced Health Data and Informatics Management: Demonstrate expertise in managing health data and information systems by applying statistical methods, data analytics, and informatics tools to support evidence-based decision-making in healthcare settings.
- Research and Continuous Quality Improvement: Engage in scholarly activities and research by applying evidence-based methodologies, quality improvement models, and project management principles to drive innovation, enhance healthcare delivery, and contribute to the advancement of the HIM profession.
- Healthcare Policy, Compliance, and Risk Management: Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of healthcare laws, regulations, and ethical standards; apply this knowledge to assess and ensure data privacy, security, and compliance; and actively implement strategies to mitigate risks related to healthcare fraud, waste, abuse, and quality management.
- Interprofessional Collaboration, Cultural Competence, and Data-Driven Communication: Utilize inclusive and effective communication across diverse teams and stakeholders by leveraging cultural fluency, interprofessional collaboration, and adaptability to translate complex data insights into actionable strategies that enhance patient care, improve organizational outcomes, and support public health initiatives
- Leadership and Strategic Decision-Making: Exhibit leadership skills by integrating ethical frameworks, strategic planning, and financial management principles to drive organizational success and ensure compliance with healthcare policies and regulations.
Requirements
Students must achieve the following program requirements for all courses listed under Program Requirements and Program Required Courses for the Health Information Management, M.S.
Program Requirements
Major Credits: 40
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Minimum Grade: C
Program Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 6208 | Project Management | 3 |
| HIM 6502 | Develop Clinical Info Systems | 3 |
| HIM 6505 | Database Methods Clin Info Mgt | 3 |
| HIM 6508 | Healthcare Data Analytics | 3 |
| HIM 6509 | Medical Vocabularies and Classification Systems | 3 |
| HIM 6522 | Final Applied Project | 3 |
| HIM 6523 | Graduate Seminar | 1 |
| HIM 6524 | Strategic Management in Health | 3 |
| HIM 6532 | Methods for Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research | 3 |
| HIM 6545 | Corporate Compliance/Health Care | 3 |
| HIM 6560 | Foundations of Management & Leadership in HIM | 3 |
| MHA 6506 | Healthcare Quality and Safety | 3 |
| MHA 6550 | Global and Population Health | 3 |
| HIM 6777 | Special Topics in HIM (Financial & Revenue Cycle Management) | 3 |
| Total Credits | 40 | |
Degree Requirements
To graduate from The College of St. Scholastica, graduate students must meet the following minimum degree requirements.
Minimum GPA: 3.0