ECO 2306 Principles of Microeconomics MWF 10-10:50 a.m., 11-11:50 a.m.
Microeconomic analysis including the theories and applications of demand, production, industrial organization, international trade, and Christian ethics in economic decisions. A student with credit in ECO 1305 may not earn credit in ECO 2306.
A survey of the United States healthcare system, designed for MBA students pursuing careers in healthcare administration. Students will gain a basic understanding of the various healthcare models in the United States, their organization financing, executive management, and oversight. They will also be challenged by leading healthcare executives in a series of seminars that focus on current issues in the healthcare industry. Prerequisite(s): Admission to MBA program.
HPA 5V90 Healthcare Administration Internship
Students will be afforded the opportunity for selection by a leading United States healthcare organization for a paid six-seven month internship. Under the guidance of a practicing healthcare executive preceptor, students will apply knowledge gained in their MBA core studies and begin work on a major paper which will contribute to the body of knowledge for health systems. Prerequisite(s): Admission to MBA program; HPA 5120 and 5310.
Spring 2006 Courses
ECO 2307 Principles of Macroeconomics MWF 9-9:50 a.m.,11-11:50 a.m.
A study of basic economic concepts, business organization, economic role of government, national income analysis, national income theory, money and banking, and the business cycle. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C in ECO 2306.
HPA 5120 Principles and Methods of Healthcare Delivery System Research
This course will prepare students for selection by a leading healthcare organization for a paid six-seven month internship. Students will be provided guidance to help them successfully apply MBA core concepts in the dynamic healthcare industry environment. Students will also be afforded the opportunity to participate in an American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) competition with other university students and attend the annual ACHE educational conference in Chicago. Prerequisite(s): HPA 5310.
HPA 5121 Current Issues in Healthcare Administration
Current Issues in Healthcare Administration is designed to expose students to major US healthcare initiatives through a series of seminars led by leading healthcare executives. The Healthcare Administrative Residency will be a focus of discussion with students using site-specific information to evaluate health system strategies. Prerequisite(s): HPA 5V90.