Master of Science in Health Informatics

The Master of Science degree in Health Informatics prepares graduates for careers in managerial, analytical, consultative and executive roles working with healthcare systems and clinicians.Health informatics is the science of evaluating, implementing and utilizing technology to manage all information related to the patient care delivery process: clinical, financial, technological and enterprise-wide. Three major components comprise the health informatics discipline: (1) the information systems component focuses on such issues as information systems analysis, design, implementation, management and leadership; (2) the informatics component is concerned with the study of structure, function and transfer of information, socio-technical aspects of health computing and human-computer interaction; and (3) the information technology component focuses on computer networks, database and systems administration, security and programming.The informatics field also draws contributions from computer science, the clinical sciences, social and organizational influences and business practices.Program Learning OutcomesGraduates of the program will be able to:Reconcile the needs of clinical and non-clinical users of health information systems utilizing workflow analysis, systems analysis and project management principles.Analyze collected data of health information systems, utilizing principles of data mining, statistics and clinical analytics.Manage the implementation of health information systems in multiple health care venues using principles of organizational dynamics and change management.Facilitate communication between clinical and non-clinical users of health information systems.Successfully obtain the credential of Certified Associate in Health Information Systems.Examples of Possible CareersComputer and information research scientistsComputer and information systems managersDatabase administrators and architects