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Nov 23, 2024
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2017-2018 Van Loan Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Information Technology, Concentration in Health and Medical Informatics (Master of Science)
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The Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) with a concentration in Health and Medical Informatics is a 36-credit program designed for business and information technology professionals who need to learn: current and emerging trends; how to address privacy, ethics and security; and planned government and industry policies and programs in healthcare and medical technology. The program offers a set of courses in technical topics and the management of information technology systems. Electives focus on technology, management, processes and policies for the Health Informatics field of study and profession.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will:
- Facilitate the development and advancement of emerging information technologies to improve health care delivery and cost efficiencies
- Gain an in-depth understanding of new and existing health information management systems within the context of the U.S. health care system
- Become proficient in the “language” of health care, navigate the rules around using medical data, and obtain relevant information to assess changes to the health care system
- Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation and management of information technology solutions to improve patient care and the health care delivery process
- Utilize health information technology for decision support, knowledge management, strategic planning, and outcome assessment to optimize cost efficiencies in the health care system
- Understand the business implications on security, privacy and policies
Total Degree Requirements - 36 credits
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