Master of Science Degree Program

Master of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management

A specialized graduate program designed to prepare professionals to manage, analyze, and optimize healthcare information systems and digital health technologies. The program integrates healthcare administration with information technology, data management, health analytics, electronic health records, cybersecurity, and information governance.

Degree Awarded

Master of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management

Total Program Cost

US$ 5,940

Total Credits

36 Credit Hours

Traditional Learning

18 Months

Fast-Track Learning

9–12 Months

Course Credit

3 Credit Hours

Total Program Cost

US$ 5,940

Program Overview

Optimize Healthcare Through Information and Technology

Integrate healthcare administration with information technology, data management, health analytics, electronic health records, cybersecurity, and information governance to improve healthcare quality and decision-making.

The Master of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management is a specialized graduate program designed to prepare professionals to manage, analyze, and optimize healthcare information systems and digital health technologies. The program integrates healthcare administration with information technology, data management, health analytics, electronic health records, cybersecurity, and information governance.

Students examine health information systems, healthcare databases, clinical data management, healthcare analytics, interoperability, information security, digital health innovation, and the role of technology in improving healthcare quality and decision-making. The curriculum emphasizes data-driven healthcare management, ethical information practices, regulatory compliance, technological innovation, and the effective use of health information to enhance patient care and organizational performance.

Graduates develop advanced competencies in health informatics, healthcare information management, data analysis, technology implementation, and digital health leadership, preparing them for careers in hospitals, healthcare systems, government health agencies, health technology companies, research institutions, insurance organizations, and healthcare consulting firms.

Degree Awarded

Master of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management

Program Length

18 Months — Traditional Learning Track
9–12 Months — Fast-Track Learning Program

Course Credit

3 Credit Hours per Course

Program Cost

US$ 5,940
Exclusive of applicable University administrative fees

Curriculum

Required Courses

The Master of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management requires 36 total credits.

Course No. Course Title Credits
HIM 6000 Foundations of Health Informatics and Information Management 3
HIM 6010 Healthcare Information Systems and Technologies 3
HIM 6020 Electronic Health Records and Clinical Data Management 3
HIM 6030 Health Data Analytics and Decision Support Systems 3
HIM 6040 Database Management and Health Information Architecture 3
HIM 6050 Healthcare Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Information Governance 3
HIM 6060 Healthcare Technology Project Management 3
HIM 6070 Health Informatics Research Methods and Evaluation 3
HIM 6080 Digital Health Innovation and Emerging Technologies 3
HIM 6090 Strategic Health Information Management and Leadership 3
HIM 6100 Master's Thesis 6
Total Credits 36
Curriculum Details

Course Descriptions

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HIM 6000 – Foundations of Health Informatics and Information Management

Introduces the principles, concepts, and applications of health informatics and information management. Students examine healthcare data, information systems, digital health environments, and the role of informatics professionals in healthcare improvement.

HIM 6010 – Healthcare Information Systems and Technologies

Explores healthcare information systems, clinical technologies, healthcare applications, system design, implementation processes, and the role of technology in modern healthcare organizations.

HIM 6020 – Electronic Health Records and Clinical Data Management

Examines electronic health records, clinical documentation, health data standards, data quality management, and strategies for managing healthcare information throughout the patient care process.

HIM 6030 – Health Data Analytics and Decision Support Systems

Develops skills in healthcare data analysis, reporting, visualization, performance measurement, predictive analytics, and decision-support systems used to improve healthcare outcomes.

HIM 6040 – Database Management and Health Information Architecture

Focuses on database design, health information architecture, data storage, information organization, interoperability, and management of healthcare data systems.

HIM 6050 – Healthcare Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Information Governance

Examines healthcare information security, privacy protection, cybersecurity risks, compliance requirements, data governance, and strategies for protecting sensitive health information.

HIM 6060 – Healthcare Technology Project Management

Explores planning, implementation, evaluation, and management of healthcare technology projects, including system adoption, workflow improvement, and organizational change.

HIM 6070 – Health Informatics Research Methods and Evaluation

Develops research skills in health informatics, including research design, evaluation methods, data analysis, technology assessment, and evidence-based informatics practices.

HIM 6080 – Digital Health Innovation and Emerging Technologies

Examines emerging healthcare technologies, telehealth, artificial intelligence applications, mobile health solutions, automation, and innovation strategies for improving healthcare delivery.

HIM 6090 – Strategic Health Information Management and Leadership

Develops advanced leadership skills in health information management, strategic planning, technology governance, organizational alignment, and managing digital transformation initiatives.

HIM 6100 – Master's Thesis

Students complete an original research thesis addressing a significant issue in health informatics, healthcare information management, digital health, healthcare technology, or information systems improvement. Under faculty supervision, students conduct research, analyze healthcare information challenges, and develop evidence-based recommendations for advancing healthcare technology and data management practices.

Career Pathways

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for technology, data, management, and leadership roles within healthcare information environments.

Health Informatics Specialist
Health Information Manager
Healthcare Data Analyst
Clinical Informatics Specialist
Health Information Systems Manager
Healthcare Technology Consultant
Electronic Health Records Specialist
Healthcare Data Governance Specialist
Healthcare Information Security Manager
Digital Health Manager
Healthcare IT Project Manager
Clinical Systems Analyst
Healthcare Analytics Manager
Health Information Technology Director
Healthcare Quality Data Analyst
Informatics Research Analyst
Healthcare Technology Implementation Specialist
Chief Health Information Officer (with appropriate experience)
Where Graduates Work

Employment Sectors

Graduates may pursue employment in hospitals and health systems, medical centers and clinics, healthcare technology companies, government health agencies, health insurance organizations, healthcare consulting firms, research institutions, universities and academic medical centers, electronic health record organizations, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, public health organizations, digital health companies, healthcare analytics organizations, information technology firms, nonprofit healthcare organizations, international health organizations, healthcare management organizations, and health data research centers.

Hospitals and Health Systems
Medical Centers and Clinics
Healthcare Technology Companies
Government Health Agencies
Health Insurance Organizations
Healthcare Consulting Firms
Research Institutions
Universities and Academic Medical Centers
Electronic Health Record Organizations
Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies
Public Health Organizations
Digital Health Companies
Healthcare Analytics Organizations
Information Technology Firms
Nonprofit Healthcare Organizations
International Health Organizations
Healthcare Management Organizations
Health Data Research Centers

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