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Bachelor of Science
Norfolk State University
Program Details
Bachelor of Science in Health Services Management
Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Science in Health Services Management
Norfolk State University
The Health Services Management Program is organized around a core of lower level general education courses, a core of business management courses taken in the intermediate years, and further generic orientation to the unique managerial processes in health services industry in the form of an internship and on-the-job experiential learning in the last year.
Program Overview & Guidance
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Hybrid
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | The curriculum is relevant to the healthcare setting. The faculty members have many years of experiences in online teaching and learning, and they are certified online instructors. The program is offered fully online to provide flexibility for students who are balancing personal and work responsibilities with academia. The program offers an internship in the last year at approved healthcare organizations through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between NSU and the healthcare organization. The internship is a planned and supervised learning experience gained through direct observation and actual practice of administrative and management responsibilities and processes. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
Students must take HSM 300 and HSM 300l as prerequisites for all the HSM courses. With the exception of HSM 470 and HSM 497, students must complete all the other courses in the curriculum before taking HSM 494-Health Services Management Internship. Additionally, students must earn a grade of C or higher in all accounting and economics courses before they can take HSM 331-Health Financial Management.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | This program is organized around a core of lower level general education courses, a core of business and management courses, as well as a health services management internship in the last year. A grade of C or higher is required for all HSM courses. The program curriculum emphasizes the business side of healthcare, and graduates will be knowledgeable in management and business principles to enter the workforce in a cadre of healthcare facilities. |
| Doing More With Your Degree | Graduates of the HSM program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher are eligible to apply for admission into the Master of Healthcare Administration degree program at NSU. Students from other disciplines such as nursing have the opportunity to add HSM as a double major. Students who are enrolled in the Interdisciplinary degree program have the option to add HSM courses as a concentration to fulfill their degree requirements. All students who are enrolled in the HSM program are assigned an advisor to mentor and advise them as they matriculate through the program. |
| Program Successes & Highlights | 1. The Healthcare Management Degree Guide ranked the BS.HSM as one of the most affordable health management programs online. 2. Study.com ranked the BS.HSM as #5 on their list of best Bachelor's degree programs in healthcare management. 3. 80% of students graduated within six years. |
Program Credit Requirements
Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
Applicable Admissions Agreements
The table below lists admissions agreements between Norfolk State University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.
You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Completion of the general education certificate or a transfer-oriented associate degree program will guarantee completion of the University Core general education component of the NSU undergraduate curriculum but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites needed for the major.
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Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs and must complete 3 college-specific general education courses. All courses are evaluated and trasnferred as applicable to your degree. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | We accept AP, IB, and CLEP results for college credit if the score earned meets college expectations. |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | Norfolk State University enrolls approximately 400 transfer students each fall. The average class size is 23 students . The student to teacher ratio is 18:1. On campus housing is available. Our top five academic programs for transfer students is Pre-Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Business, and Interdisciplinary Studies |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Students may confirm intent to enroll via the Transfer VA Portal using College Connect. |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Information Management | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Management | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Online |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Health Services Administration | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Radford University | BS in Healthcare Administration | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Mary Baldwin University | Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | Online, Hybrid |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Health Services, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Regent University | B.S. in Healthcare Management | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | Online |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-9111.00 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations. | Management Occupations |
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