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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Provides graduate students in degree or certificate programs an opportunity to pursue advanced scholarly study in special areas where they seek further information or to investigate a practical problem in their area of professional interest. Special forms, obtained in the Office of Admissions and Records, must be completed and are required for registration. 1-4 semester hours
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Special topic courses are developed to meet emerging learning needs. The specific topic is indicated on the transcript and course content is summarized with the course announcement. There is no limit on the number of MGT595 courses which can be applied to the degree, although each topic may be taken only once. 1-4 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
The thesis is a formal, written document which investigates a theory or particular point of view as the result of disciplined inquiry. Students should discuss content and methodology with an appropriate faculty member. Prerequisite: Consent of thesis advisor. 2-6 semester hours COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 211 COLLEGE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS
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1.00 Credits
M.S. students who need to receive advisement and to work with a faculty member in order to complete any of the following courses must enroll in the appropriate version of this course: 1) MGT599B1 for the Management Development Report - Part I (MGT591); 2) MGT599B2 for the Management Development Report - Part II (MGT591); 3) MGT599B3 for an independent study [MGT594]; 4) MGT599B4 for the thesis [MGT599]; 5) MGT599B5 for the Management Assessment Report [MGT519]; 6) MGT599B6 for the Organizational Project Proposal [MGT518 or MGT552]; 7) MGT599B7 for the Literature Review [MGT517]; OR 8) MGT599B8 for a learning agreement from Practicum in Leadership Development (MGT548). This course shall run for 90 days from the date of registration; credits do not count toward fulfilling degree requirements. Permission of the appropriate CMB administrator is required for registration. 1 semester hour [pass/no credit]
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1.00 Credits
This course provides an opportunity for students entering the Master of Health Services Administration (M.H.A.) program to examine program expectations, personal goals and readiness for intensive graduate study. Students complete a detailed personal plan for optimizing success in the program. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the M.H.A. program. 1 semester hour
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a survey of the historical, economic, social, technological and philosophical forces that have shaped our current health care delivery models and systems. The impact of governmental and non-governmental regulation will be introduced. Students use the current literature to explore and analyze recent changes. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the M.H.A. program. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course explores trends and public policy considerations that impact the delivery of health care. A primary focus is the critical examination of alternatives for balancing access, quality and cost. The course further examines planning and policy cycles, the role of government as regulator and market maker, the status of major governmental initiatives and the projection of emerging trends. Prerequisite(s): MHA510. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course examines leadership approaches that optimize quality outcomes. The management functions of planning, organizing, resource allocation (financial, physical, human and informational), supervision, controlling and evaluating are examined. The course explores how health care organizations are similar and yet different from other businesses. Managing change, employee empowerment for decision making/problem solving, and managing through teams are emphasized. Prerequisite(s):MHA500. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course examines alternatives for the delivery and evaluation of clinical services. Topics include analysis of operations, scheduling, staffing, coordination of services, specialized facilities and equipment, regulatory requirements and the impact of managed care. Customer service, quality of clinical service outcomes and financial outcomes are also studied. Students develop detailed plans for the implementation or modification of clinical operating systems including the design of appropriate process and outcome measures. Prerequisite(s): MHA Term 1 courses. 3 semester hours
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the concepts, conventions and terminology of accounting and finance as applied in health care organizations. Students will identify the role of finance in health care applications, compare balance sheets, income statements, and statements of cash flow in financial statement analysis, and apply financial ratios and benchmarking as analysis tools for decision-making. Cost determination and behavior, profit analysis, plus cost allocation are examined as management accounting tools. Advanced managerial accounting and financial analysis techniques including multiple pricing strategies, planning and budgeting, variance analysis, standard costs, time value analysis and risk return models are also developed. The importance of outcome evaluation as a parallel consideration in decision making is emphasized throughout the course. Prerequisite(s): MHA Term 1 courses. 3 semester hours
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