Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Health Administration Program Diane R. Bridges PhD(ABD), MSN,RN,CCM Acting Chair Department of Health Services Administration Assistant Professor Program Director-Health Administration Diane.bridges@rosalindfranklin.edu 847 578 8479
Program Options Master of Science in Health Administration (HA) Certificate in Health Administration Certificate in HA-Public Health Emphasis
“THE MBA FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS” The Health Administration curriculum is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to integrate best business practices to meet the challenges of a complex healthcare delivery system.
Unique Feature TOTALLY ONLINE DISTANCE LEARNING ASYNCHRONOUS-NO REAL-TIME OR ON-CAMPUS REQUIREMENT INNOVATIVE TEACHING STRATEGIES FACULTY LEADERS IN THEIR FIELD TRANSFER UP TO 9 QH FROM PRIMARY GRADUATE PROGRAM (B or above) PART TIME= COMPLETE IN 2-5 YEARS FULL TIME= COMPLETE IN 1 YEAR INTERPROFESSIONAL COURSES - NETWORK ORIENTATION COURSE AND ACCESS TO EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH ADMINISTRATION DEGREE 42 QUARTER HOURS FOR DEGREE 33 QUARTER HOURS OF CORE COURSES 6QH IS ELECTIVE CREDIT 3QH IS PORTFOLIO COURSE 14 COURSES IN DEGREE PROGRAM POSSIBLE TO TRANSFER UP TO 3 COURSES FROM GRADUATE PROGRAM (B OR ABOVE)
PROGRAM COMPETENCIES I. Health Administration Knowledge II. Leadership and Communication Skills in Health Administration III. Critical Inquiry and Research in Health Administration IV. Business Knowledge in the Healthcare Environment V. Knowledge of the Healthcare Environment
CORE CLASSES HEALTHCARE INFORMATICS MARKETING HEALTHCARE HEALTHCARE LAW RISK AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT ETHICS EVIDENCED BASED MANAGEMENT HEALTHCARE POLICY AND DELIVERY SYSTEMS STRATEGIC PLANNING AND LEADERSHIP ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR AND HUMAN RESOURCES ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN HEALTHCARE STATISTICS FOR HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATORS
ELECTIVE COURSES HEALTH LITERACY INSURANCE DIMENSIONS CURRENT TOPICS IN HEALTHCARE GLOBAL HEALTH PRACTICE MANAGEMENT HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT IN NON HOSPTIAL SETTING CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF HEALTHCARE SERVCIES [PICK TWO]
CAPTSONE FINAL PORTFOLIO The purpose of the final portfolio is for the student who has successfully completed all required courses in the Health Administration Program to demonstrate achievement of the Program competencies.
PORTFOLIO ORIGINAL PERSONAL STATEMENT CLOSING STATEMENT RESUME SELECTED ARTIFACTS FROM EACH COURSE REFLECTION PAPERS FOR EACH CORE COURSE PORTFOLIO PRESENTATION
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS COMPLETION OF 42 QH COMPLETION OF PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS CUMULATIVE GPA 3.0 COMPLETION WITHIN 5 YEARS OF BEGINNING DATE
CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH ADMINISTRATION The Certificate in Health Administration is geared toward those seeking to advance their knowledge of health administration on select topics that meet their professional career goals.
COURSE WORK FOUR COURSES OF STUDENT’S CHOOSING TO MEET EDUCATIONAL GOALS. COURSE DECISION ARE MADE IN CONSULTATION WITH AN ADVISOR. 12 QH CUMULATIVE GPA OF 3.0
CERTIFICATE IN HA-PUBLIC HEALTH EMPHASIS The Certificate in Health Administration – Public Health Emphasis is a defined series of four courses designed to advance the student’s knowledge in health administration with an emphasis in public health.
COURSEWORK 4 SPECIFIED COURSES 12 QUARTER HOURS CUMULATIVE GPA OF 3.0
COURSEWORK FALL QUARTER: INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC HEALTH WINTER QUARTER: STATISTICS FOR HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATORS AND MANAGERS AND HEALTHCARE POLICY AND DELIVERY SYSTEMS SPRING QUARTER: PUBLIC HEALTH EPIDEMIOLOGY
TUITION SCHOLARSHIP FOR ANY AFFILIATE OF RFUMS OR MEMBER OF THE MILITARY WE OFFER A 10% TUITION SCHOLARSHIP (DISCOUNT). $539/QH= 42QH= $22,638 -2263.80 =$20,374.20. TRANSFER 9 QH $17,787 – 10% = $16,008.30. FINANCIAL AID IS AVAILABLE TO THOSE WHO QUALIFY.
AFFILIATE ADMISSION PROCESS APPLICATION:http://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/Degreeprograms/HealthAdministration/Application.aspx TRANSCRIPTS TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION PERSONAL STATEMENT WITH EDUCATIONAL GOALS GPA 2.75 OR ABOVE
RFUMS ALUMNI ADMISSION PROCESS ALUMI OF RFUMS RECEIVE A 15% TUITION SCHOLARSHIP (DISCOUNT). SHORT APPLICATION IF YOU GRADUATED WITH LAST YEAR OTHERWISE SAME PROCESS AS AFFILIATES.
QUARTERLY ENROLLMENT WE ADMIT STUDENTS EACH QUARTER. APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONE MONTH BEFORE THE START OF ANY NEW QUARTER. QUICK REPLY TO APPLICATION ONCE COMPLETED.
GRADUATES OF PROGRAM HEALTHCARE MANAGERS/ADMINISTRATORS CLINICAL MANAGERS/PATHOLOGY ASSISTANTS PHYSICIAN/PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS IN GROUP OR PRIVATE PRACTICES PHYSICAL THERAPIST OPENING PRACTICE NUTRIONIST OPENING OWN PRACTICE HEALTHCARE HOME CARE/NURSING HOME SERVICES OFFICE/CLINIC/MENTAL HEALTH FACILITY, NURSING CARE CORPORATIONS AND CONSULTING FIRM MANAGERS EDUCATION: FACULTY AND INSTRUCTORS PROJECT MANAGERS RESEARCH MANAGERS
Other RFUMS Programs Health Professions Education Nutrition Women’s Health Certificate PhD/DSc Interprofessional Healthcare Studies
Health Professions Education Master of Science Degree and Certificate Marilyn Hanson M.A.T. Director, Health Professions Education Interprofessional Healthcare Studies Dept. Phone: 847.578.3304 Fax: 847.576.2222 marilyn.hanson@rosalindfranklin.edu
Health Professions Education The program is designed for self-motivated experienced healthcare professionals wishing to expand their knowledge and become a leader in educating healthcare professionals. The Master of Science in Health Professions Education is completed predominately online, with a flexible on-campus component prior to graduation. Coursework for the certificate is completed online with no on-campus requirement.
Nutrition Master of Science or Certificate Lynn Janas, PhD Assistant Professor and Chair, Department of Nutrition Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science 3333 Green Bay Rd, North Chicago, IL, 60064 Phone: 847-578-3324; Email: lynn.janas@rosalindfranklin.edu Department of Nutrition Website: http://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/chp/nutrition.aspx
Master of Science in Nutrition Gain a competitive edge for positions in administration, clinical dietetics, nutrition education, healthcare professional training programs, the food and wellness industries, and research. Clinical Nutrition Nutrition Education Certificate in Nutrition: 4 courses 12QH Totally Online Program
Women’s Health Certificate Presentation Title here Women’s Health Certificate Susan K. Tappert PT, DPT Chair and Assistant Professor Department of Interprofessional Healthcare Studies Assistant Dean for CHP Curriculum Rosalind Franklin University Susan.tappert@rosalindfranklin.edu (847) 578-8693
Women’s Health Certificate Presentation Title here Women’s Health Certificate Coursework for the certificate is completed online with no on-campus requirement. 12 QH 4 course
PhD/DSc Interprofessional Healthcare Studies Presentation Title here PhD/DSc Interprofessional Healthcare Studies Judith Stoecker PT PHD Vice Dean, College of Health Professions Rosalind Franklin University 3333 Green Bay Road North Chicago IL, 60064 847-578-8694 Judith.Stoecker@rosalindfranklin.edu
PhD/DSc Interprofessional Healthcare Studies Presentation Title here PhD/DSc Interprofessional Healthcare Studies This program is an opportunity for practitioners in various professions such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, nutrition and physician assistants to advance their knowledge and skills in collaborative interprofessional practice. Students study part-time on campus and online in an interprofessional curriculum focusing on creating innovative methods to bridge the healthcare professions. The program emphasizes the development of scholarly evidence-based skills to improve healthcare.
Presentation Title here PhD/DSc IP HC Studies Applicants can choose from a DSc or PhD track to best reach their professional goals: DSc - The capstone experience is a clinical project of local or national significance. PhD - The PhD program is a continuation of the DSc which focuses on theoretical research and culminates in a fundable, publishable quality research project.
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