The University of Arizona Global Campus | MS in Health Informatics and Analytics

Aspiring leaders in the areas of health care data management, electronic health records, and health information systems could prepare for their careers by studying in the online Master of Science in Health Informatics and Analytics program at University of Arizona Global Campus. Get more details about this program here.

Tuition & Aid

Start Dates

Official Program Name:

Master of Science in Health Informatics and Analytics

School Offering Program:

University of Arizona Global Campus

Degree Level:

Master's

Program Prerequisites:

A background in computer science and familiarity with basic computer systems would be beneficial for aspiring students of this program. These students might also display strong analytical and critical thinking skills, as IT managers must typically assess systems for upgrades and replacement and make decisions that affect business technologies. A bachelor's degree must be held to be considered for this program. Applicants to UAGC should have a high school diploma or equivalent; some programs may have additional requirements.

Program Description:

How is health care technology used to improve clinical care? What is the health data analytics process? What are the regulatory aspects of health informatics? These are among the questions addressed in the curriculum of the Master of Science in Health Informatics and Analytics program at the University of Arizona Global Campus. Students could also expect to learn about applications of health informatics, project management in health care technology, health data governance practices, biomedical informatics, and health care program planning and implementation. The program's capstone requires students to demonstrate their understanding of data visualization and analytics in the health care field.

Learning Format:

Online

Program Length:

39 credits.

Financial Aid Available:

Eligible students could be able to receive financial aid in the forms of grants, loans, and scholarships. Contact UAGC's financial aid office for more information.

Tuition, Financial Aid & Start Dates

Since every student is different, there isn't a "one size fits all" for school information. Complete the form to the right to get the most up-to-date and accurate information based on your selected program and circumstances.

Still Have Questions?

Complete this form to request more info and get your answers and advice.

Required Courses for a Master of Science in Health Informatics and Analytics:

To earn this degree, students must complete 12 courses and a capstone, which brings the total to 39 credits. They must also reach a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Contact UAGC to confirm the most accurate information before enrolling in a program.

Major Course Requirements (39 credits)

Foundations in Health Informatics
Health Care Management Information Systems
Health Care Program & Project Management
Systems Analysis, Design & Technology Management
Technology Topics in Information Governance & Business Analytics
Management Topics in Information Governance
Data Visualization & Decision Support
Principles of Biostatistics
Principles of Epidemiology
Clinical Research & Grant Writing
Provider Topics in Health Informatics
Advanced Topics in Biomedical Informatics
Health Informatics and Analytics Capstone

Post-Graduation Opportunities

Furthering Your Education:

In most cases, an MS in Health Informatics and Analytics would be sufficient to obtain managerial or supervisory positions overseeing electronic health data systems; however, those who wish to pursue an academic or research career would need to earn a doctorate. Doctoral studies could provide deeper studies in health informatics project management, decision-making processes, health data manipulation, research methodologies, computational statistics, and advanced analytics.

Specific doctoral programs that might be considered by graduates include:

Doctorate in Health Informatics (DHI)
PhD in Health Informatics
PhD in Biostatistics and Data Science

Career Paths:

Once they hold the MS degree in Health Informatics and Analytics, graduates could explore executive positions in a variety of health care settings, such as clinical labs, hospitals, outpatient clinics, group medical practices, or surgical centers. They might manage health data systems, analyze current systems, implement new electronic health record programs, create health care databases, and ensure patient record privacy and safety.

Probable career paths for graduates of this MS program include:

Health data architect
Health informatics analyst
Clinical informatics specialist
Health informatics consultant
Chief medical information officer