Healthcare Compliance
Graduate Certificate
Online
Course Delivery
10
Total Credits
$10,000
Tuition
6 months
Minimum Duration
Program Overview
The students applying to the graduate certificate program are passionate about healthcare compliance and possess a drive to make a positive impact on the healthcare industry. Our program appeals to a diverse range of individuals, including recent graduates seeking to bolster their academic profile, professionals looking to transition into compliance roles, and experienced compliance professionals aiming to advance their careers. Regardless of your background, our program welcomes those who are dedicated to enhancing their skills, expanding their knowledge, and contributing to the vital field of healthcare compliance.
Program Outcomes
Complete the MSU Broad College of Business Healthcare Compliance graduate certificate program, the transformative journey empowers you with a comprehensive set of skills and knowledge essential for success in the dynamic field of healthcare compliance. Gain the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to make a difference in ensuring ethical practices, regulatory compliance, and risk management within the healthcare sector. Your achievements in this program will propel your career forward, positioning you as a trusted leader in the field of healthcare compliance.
Career Outlook
Upon completion of the Healthcare Compliance graduate certificate, students will open doors to a wide range of exciting opportunities to accelerate their career and contribute to their professional growth. The healthcare industry offers a multitude of opportunities for individuals with expertise in healthcare compliance. Students can explore various career paths, including roles as healthcare compliance officer, compliance analyst, risk manager, consultant, or advisor. These positions can be found within healthcare organizations, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, insurance providers, regulatory bodies, and consulting firms.
A Top-Ranked Education
- 60th Best Public Universities in America — U.S. News & World Report, 2024
- 123rd Global University — U.S. News & World Report, 2024
Michael Rip
Assistant Professor and Director of Healthcare Management, MS program
Michael Rip is the founding director of MSU’s Master of Science in Healthcare Management program and an assistant professor in the Department of Management in the Eli Broad College of Business. He is also founding director of the Program in Public Health in the College of Human Medicine. His research interests include critical thinking and innovation and how critical thinking can provide a foundation for high-reliability organizations to improve patient safety and minimize error in healthcare settings.
Course Information
Core
HCM 821 Healthcare Regulations (2credits)
HCM 822 Healthcare Compliance (2 credits)
HCM 823 Enterprise Risk Management (2 credits)
HCM 824 Implementing Compliance Systems (2 credits)
One of the following three courses:
HCM 801 Critical Thinking and Innovation in Healthcare (2 credits)
HCM 807 Law and Ethics in Healthcare (2 credits)
HCM 809 Organizational Behavior in Healthcare (2 credits)
Learning Experiences
Students must complete the core classes, and choose one elective.
Admissions Requirements
To be accepted to this program, you must have:
- A bachelor's degree with requirements for admission to the graduate certificates are a minimum GPA of 2.5 or a graduate GPA of 3.0
- A written statement of purpose detailing your professional interests and goals
- 3 letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts from all previous schools
To apply to this program:
- Complete a university graduate application and pay the application fee.
- Submit all transcripts and required materials to the application portal.
Key Dates
Summer Semester
Application Deadline
April 1st
Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,000
$10,000
Cost of Attendance
The university reserves the right to make changes in the types, structures, rates for fees, and tuition. Every effort will be made to give as much advance notice as possible. In addition to tuition and fees, there are other expenses associated with your Cost of Attendance. A breakdown of a graduate student budget can be found here.
Program Overview
The students applying to the graduate certificate program are passionate about healthcare compliance and possess a drive to make a positive impact on the healthcare industry. Our program appeals to a diverse range of individuals, including recent graduates seeking to bolster their academic profile, professionals looking to transition into compliance roles, and experienced compliance professionals aiming to advance their careers. Regardless of your background, our program welcomes those who are dedicated to enhancing their skills, expanding their knowledge, and contributing to the vital field of healthcare compliance.
Program Outcomes
Complete the MSU Broad College of Business Healthcare Compliance graduate certificate program, the transformative journey empowers you with a comprehensive set of skills and knowledge essential for success in the dynamic field of healthcare compliance. Gain the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to make a difference in ensuring ethical practices, regulatory compliance, and risk management within the healthcare sector. Your achievements in this program will propel your career forward, positioning you as a trusted leader in the field of healthcare compliance.
Career Outlook
Upon completion of the Healthcare Compliance graduate certificate, students will open doors to a wide range of exciting opportunities to accelerate their career and contribute to their professional growth. The healthcare industry offers a multitude of opportunities for individuals with expertise in healthcare compliance. Students can explore various career paths, including roles as healthcare compliance officer, compliance analyst, risk manager, consultant, or advisor. These positions can be found within healthcare organizations, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, insurance providers, regulatory bodies, and consulting firms.
A Top-Ranked Education
- 60th Best Public Universities in America — U.S. News & World Report, 2024
- 123rd Global University — U.S. News & World Report, 2024
Michael Rip
Assistant Professor and Director of Healthcare Management, MS program
Michael Rip is the founding director of MSU’s Master of Science in Healthcare Management program and an assistant professor in the Department of Management in the Eli Broad College of Business. He is also founding director of the Program in Public Health in the College of Human Medicine. His research interests include critical thinking and innovation and how critical thinking can provide a foundation for high-reliability organizations to improve patient safety and minimize error in healthcare settings.
Course Information
Core
HCM 821 Healthcare Regulations (2credits)
HCM 822 Healthcare Compliance (2 credits)
HCM 823 Enterprise Risk Management (2 credits)
HCM 824 Implementing Compliance Systems (2 credits)
One of the following three courses:
HCM 801 Critical Thinking and Innovation in Healthcare (2 credits)
HCM 807 Law and Ethics in Healthcare (2 credits)
HCM 809 Organizational Behavior in Healthcare (2 credits)
Learning Experiences
Students must complete the core classes, and choose one elective.
Admissions Requirements
To be accepted to this program, you must have:
- A bachelor's degree with requirements for admission to the graduate certificates are a minimum GPA of 2.5 or a graduate GPA of 3.0
- A written statement of purpose detailing your professional interests and goals
- 3 letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts from all previous schools
To apply to this program:
- Complete a university graduate application and pay the application fee.
- Submit all transcripts and required materials to the application portal.
Key Dates
Summer Semester
Application Deadline
April 1st
Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,000
$10,000
Cost of Attendance
The university reserves the right to make changes in the types, structures, rates for fees, and tuition. Every effort will be made to give as much advance notice as possible. In addition to tuition and fees, there are other expenses associated with your Cost of Attendance. A breakdown of a graduate student budget can be found here.
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