Master of Science (M.S.)

The M.S. degree is offered in:

• Clinical Mental Health Counseling

• Health Care Administration

The M.S. Health Care Administration degree prepares students for management/leadership positions in health care organizations. These organizations may include healthcare providers, governmental agencies, insurers, or public health organizations. An accelerated program is offered for graduates of the RIC B.S. Health Care Administration program.

• Operations Management

This graduate program prepares students for operations management related careers and meets the needs of current practioners. An introductory course presents an advanced synthesis of operations management concepts and techniques from a strategic perspective. Core courses develop knowledge and skills in the areas central to the Operation Manager's function such as leadership, change, project management, and analytical methods and development of groups and teams. Interpersonal collaboration is also advanced throughout the curriculum. Restricted electives develop knowledge in specific content areas such as supply chain management, project management and health care administration operations. The capstone to the program is an applied project.