Prepare to Lead the Future of Healthcare

Our Bachelor of Healthcare Administration program prepares future healthcare leaders through hands-on learning, leadership development, and an administrative residency. Graduates are equipped for entry-level careers in hospitals, clinics, physician practices, and other healthcare organizations.

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AT A GLANCE

Degree

Bachelor of Healthcare Administration

Location

San Marcos Campus

Program Length

Two year professional sequence

Professional Residency

Required

Instruction

100% Face-to-Face

Accreditation

AUPHA Certified Undergraduate Program

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  • WHY CHOOSE THE BHA PROGRAM?

    • One of the leading undergraduate healthcare administration programs in Texas, with a strong reputation for excellence.

    • Gain expertise in healthcare finance, policy, management, and leadership to prepare for today’s healthcare challenges.

    • Hands-on experience through internships, case studies, and faculty mentorship.

    • Learn from experienced healthcare professionals who bring real-world knowledge into the classroom.

    • Graduates secure leadership positions in hospitals, clinics, long-term care organizations, insurance companies, and health agencies.

  • WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

    • Program Competencies

        • Communication Skills
        • Relationship Management
        • Leadership Skills & Behaviors
        • Organizational Climate & Culture
        • Managing Change
        • Healthcare Systems & Organizations
        • Healthcare Personnel
        • The Community & Environment
        • The Legal Environment of HA
        • General Management
        • Financial Management
        • Strategic Planning & Marketing
        • Information Management
        • Quality Improvement
        • Professional Development
        • Quantitative Analysis & Decision-making

    • The professional sequence is completed over four semesters.
      Prior to Program Admission HA 3308- Healthcare Organization

      Year 1 of the Program

      1st Semester

      		HA 3309- Ethics in the Health Professions
      HA 3315- Complementary and Integrative Health in the Consumer Era
      HA 3324- Supervisory Management for Healthcare Managers
      HA 3329- Human Resources in Healthcare Management
      HA 3375- Principles of Accounting for Healthcare Managers

       

      		 

      2nd Semester

      		HA 3340- Health Information Systems Management
      HA 3341- Project Management & Professional Development in Healthcare
      HA 3344- Integrated Healthcare Delivery Systems and Quality Management
      HA 3347- Essentials of Healthcare Law
      HA 3376- Financial Management for Healthcare Managers

       

       

      		 

      Year 2 of the Program

      3rd Semester

      		HA 4305- Healthcare Services Marketing
      HA 4315- Health Services Operations Management
      HA 4318- Employment Law in Healthcare Management
      HA 4322- Public Health Administration
      HA 4325- Healthcare Strategic Management
      HA 4141- Healthcare Comprehensive Exam Review and Administration including Field Placement Orientation

       

      		 

      4th Semester

      		HA 4848- Healthcare Administrative Residency
      • Total Hours= 57 hours
      • HA 3308 must be completed prior to beginning the program.
      • First and second semesters must be successfully completed (C or greater) before enrolling in the third semester.

    • Visit the Undergraduate Catalog for complete course information.

  • OUR MISSION, VISION, & VALUES

    • The mission of the BHA Program is to prepare ethical, entry-level healthcare administrators for careers in a variety of healthcare settings and to add to the body of knowledge in our fields.

    • The vision for the BHA program at Texas State University is to be the undergraduate health administration program of choice for students, faculty, alumni, and employers in the United States.

    • We value and teach model leadership, service, scholarship, professionalism, and lifelong learning.

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READY TO APPLY?

Review the application requirements and deadlines for all applicants.

Have Questions?

PROGRAM CONTACT
Dr. Jose Betancourt
Encino Hall, 274
512.245.8239
jose.a.betancourt@txstate.edu