Course Descriptions
Healthcare Operations Management Courses
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HOM 2010 Overview of the United States Healthcare System
HOM 2010 Overview of the United States Healthcare System
Credit Hours: 3
A comprehensive examination of the United States health care system, analyzing its history structure, regulations, and the interplay between those who provide and pay for health services and those who consume them. The intricate roles of various health organizations, the dynamics of provider-consumer relationships, and the diverse spectrum of health care facilities operating within the system will also be explored. The course will review the major policy issues confronting the health care system, such as access to care, the cost and quality of services, and financing methods.
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HOM 2025 Professional Career Development
HOM 2025 Professional Career Development
Credit Hours: 3
This course is an immersive learning experience that emphasizes an analysis of the various career paths within the industry and prepares them for the dynamic and diverse field of health services administration from entry-level management to senior executive roles. Emphasis is placed on the introduction of the values of the HOM department: Empathy, Integrity, Professionalism, Collaboration, Innovation. The integration of these values promotes confidence upon entering the employment cycle and a clear understanding of the ethical and professional implications of work.
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HOM 2050 Medical Terminology
HOM 2050 Medical Terminology
Credit Hours: 3
This course prepares students with basic medical vocabulary language and skills necessary for communicating in healthcare settings. Emphasis will be placed on foundational understanding of root words, prefixes, suffixes and appropriate pronunciation. Terms common to diagnostics, symptoms, procedures, treatments as well as acceptable abbreviations will be covered in an organized body systematic approach to learning.
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HOM 3050 Healthcare Financial Management
HOM 3050 Healthcare Financial Management
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the current system of financing health care and the factors affecting it. This course will explore and analyze budgetary concepts, financial management, cost accounting and management under rate control and competition, and the differences between the goods and service industries. Examines the pros and cons of a single payer system.
Prerequisites:
- STA 2250 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
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HOM 3090 Health Policy in Health Care Delivery
HOM 3090 Health Policy in Health Care Delivery
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the historical, theoretical, and economic basis of health policy and government regulations on healthcare organizations in the United States. Evaluates policy decision making, determining outcome achievement and leading advocacy initiatives will be explored.
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HOM 3100 Healthcare Law and Regulations
HOM 3100 Healthcare Law and Regulations
Credit Hours: 3
Legal relationships among health providers, regulatory agencies, and society. Selected aspects of the legal system related to the delivery of health services are reviewed. The dynamics of governmental institutions at all levels and the regulatory process impacting health services are examined.
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HOM 3200 Strategic Planning and Marketing in Healthcare
HOM 3200 Strategic Planning and Marketing in Healthcare
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between marketing and strategic planning within the healthcare industry. Various healthcare delivery models and their impact on marketing strategies will be analyzed. Simultaneously, the course will delve into the processes and challenges of strategic planning in healthcare, highlighting the importance of aligning strategies with the organization鈥檚 mission and the roles of various stakeholders. Through this integrated approach, students will gain the skills to develop marketing plans that are not only customer-centric but also strategically aligned with broader organizational goals in a dynamic healthcare landscape.
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HOM 3300 Health in Community
HOM 3300 Health in Community
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to public health measures, community health concepts, as well as healthier community approaches to improving the health status of urban and rural communities. The structure and services of various official and voluntary health agencies are discussed. Community structure and decision-making, accessibility and acceptability, and the epidemiological basis and methods of health care planning are explored.
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HOM 3585 Health Organization Management
HOM 3585 Health Organization Management
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the concepts and methodologies of health service organization management, with emphasis on the unique issues of human resource management. The course examines the theories of human motivation and leadership, discusses issues related to the recruitment, selection, evaluation, and retention of human resources, and analyzes the legal and regulatory environment of health resource management. Focus is placed on the development of a decision-making approach to current issues in health services organizations using case studies.
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HOM 3700 International Healthcare Systems
HOM 3700 International Healthcare Systems
Credit Hours: 3
This course is a study of the healthcare systems of different countries around the world. Course content explores countries鈥� geography and culture, the history of their health systems, followed by a detailed evaluation of cost, quality, access and innovation. Students will become familiar with the globalization of healthcare, organization of health systems in different countries around the world, international demographic health and illness profiles, the distribution of disease worldwide, the many social determinants of health, global health financing, ongoing world health reform, international health agencies, the politics of international health, the influence of globalization on health care providers and systems, the role of public health systems in managing health and illness, the public鈥檚 role in international health policy-making.
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HOM 4000 Post-Acute Care and Transitions of Care
HOM 4000 Post-Acute Care and Transitions of Care
Credit Hours: 3
This course will explore the current and future challenges that providers and organizations face in the coordination of a smooth transition from the acute care setting across the continuum of care. Various services provided for this population will be examined as to how the clients adapt to each environment, live with optimal dignity and autonomy. This course emphasizes empathy, communication, integrity and collaboration.
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HOM 4001 Population Health
HOM 4001 Population Health
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the key concepts of population health and the dynamic nature of healthcare delivery in the United States. Healthcare delivery systems will be explored and the effects of consumer engagement, health policy and culture change on the economics of health care delivery will be examined.
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HOM 4002 End of Life Issues and Concerns
HOM 4002 End of Life Issues and Concerns
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the cultural, spiritual, physical and emotional concerns that can be encountered at the end of life. Choices at end of life such as advanced care planning, principles, and steps that will guide decision making for individuals, families, and caregivers will be examined. How grief is experienced and lived is explored at the individual, family and community level.
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HOM 4003 Promoting Healthy Behavior
HOM 4003 Promoting Healthy Behavior
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the health behavior and the complexity of change, Professional responsibility as a change agent on health issues that affect the individual, family and communities are explored from a Mercy and Jesuit perspective. Several models and a variety of strategies for effective health promotion and disease prevention are examined. Designing and selecting evidence-based interventions to effect social and environmental change in mutual collaboration with individuals and families throughout the lifespan will be explored.
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HOM 4010 Digital Health Informatics
HOM 4010 Digital Health Informatics
Credit Hours: 3
This course explores the intersection of healthcare, information technology, and digital innovations. This course will equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to comprehend digital tools and data analytics in healthcare settings. This course will enable students to effectively utilize and apply digital health technologies to healthcare scenarios.
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HOM 4011 AI and Machine Learning in Healthcare
HOM 4011 AI and Machine Learning in Healthcare
Credit Hours: 3
This course will provide an in-depth understanding of the importance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in healthcare. Students will learn how AI technologies can be used to analyze large volumes of patient data to identify patterns and accurately diagnose. Application of AI and ML utilization and automation of administrative tasks will be emphasized prioritizing focus on delivering quality care. Develop strategies to address social justice issues鈥痳elated to vulnerable populations such as privacy concerns, accuracy of information and health disparities.
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HOM 4012 Data-Driven Knowledge Discovery and Storytelling
HOM 4012 Data-Driven Knowledge Discovery and Storytelling
Credit Hours: 3
This course will explore the intersection of clinical informatics, data analytics, and population health informatics to discover and tell meaningful stories about healthcare data. Students will learn about the role of data in healthcare, the importance of data analytics in healthcare decision-making, and the principles of population health informatics. Students will also learn about data mining and visualization tools that can be used to extract meaning from large and complex datasets. Emphasis will be placed on using these tools to guide the improvement of health outcomes and current clinical practice standards.
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HOM 4013 Project Management of Digital Health
HOM 4013 Project Management of Digital Health
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully deploy digital health innovations in healthcare systems. Emphasis will be placed on project design, Project management strategies and tools. The course will cover topics such as project formulation, development of scope, design options, integration with other projects, and development of project plans.
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HOM 4200 Operations and Outcomes Assessment
HOM 4200 Operations and Outcomes Assessment
Credit Hours: 3
This course introduces health professionals to the processes involved in assessing, measuring and promoting safe and high-quality care delivery. Examines the integration of knowledge, skills, methods, and tools necessary for improvement and innovation in the multifaceted dimensions of health systems which impact customer knowledge and safety in a variety of care settings. This course prepares students to identify improvement opportunities related to safety and quality and to use planning theory to design and implement them.
Prerequisites:
- HOM 3050 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
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HOM 4600 Health Care Emergency Management
HOM 4600 Health Care Emergency Management
Credit Hours: 3
This course presents the principles of Health Care Emergency Management, including the application of practices for successful responses to a variety of incidences. The process of design and evaluation of emergency systems is presented along with the need to involve community and governmental agencies in the planning and execution of the policies.
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HOM 4610 Health Economics
HOM 4610 Health Economics
Credit Hours: 3
This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of economics and its application to the healthcare environment and health professionals. An overview is provided of the healthcare services market and the role that consumers, providers and public policy play in the market. Analysis of economic policy and access issues that arise in the health care environment involving financing, production, and organization of health systems is explored.
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HOM 4650 Revenue Cycle Management
HOM 4650 Revenue Cycle Management
Credit Hours: 3
This course explores the intricacies of Revenue Cycle Management, Healthcare Reimbursement, and Health Insurance and Billing.鈥� The course focuses on processes used by healthcare organizations to manage financial operations related to billing and revenue processes for medical services.
Prerequisites:
- HOM 3050 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
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HOM 4700 Evidence-Based Research for Health Services Administrators
HOM 4700 Evidence-Based Research for Health Services Administrators
Credit Hours: 3
This course emphasizes the use of current healthcare research evidence in decision-making, an activity known as evidence-based practice. Topics include locating relevant evidence, critical analysis of health research outcomes, interpretation of biostatistics, and application of evidence-based practice in healthcare.
Prerequisites:
- STA 2250 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently) OR
- BIO 2900 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
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HOM 4800 Senior Capstone Consultancy
HOM 4800 Senior Capstone Consultancy
Credit Hours: 3
Evaluation and synthesis of the theoretical concepts, controversial issues, and innovations in the Health Services Administration major. Final project is required that demonstrate integrated knowledge of the major and achievement of program outcomes.
Prerequisites:
- HOM 2025 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
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HOM 4900 HOM Internship
HOM 4900 HOM Internship
Credit Hours: 3
Provides on-site experience in health care organization with a focus on the application of knowledge and skills gained through previous course work in Health Services Administration. In conjunction with preceptor and faculty, develop project goals related to mutual interests and site needs. Written reports, activity log, and completion of project required. Students must have senior status and have taken HOM 2025 to take this course.
Prerequisites:
- HOM 2025 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)