Health Services Administration and Management Major

Be a leader in healthcare operations.

Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing industries and it needs skilled leaders who understand both the people and the business. Through this program, you will learn how to manage healthcare operations, improve systems and make data-driven decisions that impact real lives. You'll also learn how to develop policies geared toward creating better healthcare organizations.

Why Study Health Services Administration and Management at the College of Charleston? 

You’ll combine coursework in healthcare and business with hands-on learning through internships, independent study and community partnerships. You’ll graduate ready to step into roles in hospitals, clinics and health organizations. This program will also prepare you for a master’s program in healthcare administration or other graduate programs.

What will I learn? 

You'll gain skills in budgeting, hiring, scheduling, record keeping, compliance, policy development and strategic planning. You’ll graduate with all the essentials for running efficient, high-quality healthcare operations.  

View Curriculum: Health Services Administration and Management

 

Program Highlights

You'll have access to diverse experiential and individualized learning opportunities. This will help you connect theoretical concepts to clinical practice.
  • Research

    We encourage faculty-mentored research. You'll be encouraged to reach out to faculty and see how you can assist with their research.

  • Internship Opportunities

    You will have the resources and support you need to secure internships and conduct independent study projects. You may earn credit for working at local, reputable healthcare organizations within the greater Charleston area.

  • Location

    Charleston has a thriving medical community. 

    The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), which is just a few blocks away, attracts leading international researchers.

    Charleston is also home to more than 300 medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers, research laboratories and service companies.

Careers & Outcomes

Over the next ten years, jobs as medical and health services managers are expected to increase around 40 percent - both in the southeast and in the nation. 

The Medical University of South Carolina, the State of South Carolina, HCA Healthcare and Prisma Health are top employers in the state.