• HCAD 3120: Introduction to Healthcare Organization and Policy

  4.00 Credits

  King University

  
  This course provides an overview of the complex structure and function of the healthcare system in the United States. Topics include: historical foundations international comparisons resource development and allocation impact of technology payment systems and care delivery models for uninsured and special populations.
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• HCAD 3130: Population-Based Health

  4.00 Credits

  King University

  
  This course provides a paradigm that can influence the health of multiple groups within a community or region. This population-based approach focuses on unique health issues within groups as defined by chronological measure geographic and ethnic boundaries physiologic aberration and at risk and/or vulnerable populations. Content includes population-based health practices challenges and levels of maintenance and prevention.
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• HCAD 3210: Informatics for Healthcare Leaders and Decision-Makers

  4.00 Credits

  King University

  
  This course provides an introduction to the use of computers technology and data as informativetools to aid in healthcare managerial decision-making. Students develop skills in database access database management and information systems to promote sustainability and quality advantage in healthcare. Topics addressed include the selection analysis designimplementation operation and evaluation of health information systems in a variety of healthcare systems such as hospitals medical practices and community agencies.
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• HCAD 3220: Research and Evidence-Based Practice

  4.00 Credits

  King University

  
  In this course students obtain a basic understanding of how reliable evidence is used to form practice guidelines. Emphasis is placed on the research process including data collection documentation and dissemination of evidence. Students will learn to use their knowledge of the healthcare process communication skills and critical thinking skills to promote evidence-based care within the inter-professional team. The course requires effective use of library and internet resources.
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• HCAD 3230: Management of Quality Improvement and Outcomes

  4.00 Credits

  King University

  
  This course introduces the student to the elements of process improvement and project management. Content is devoted to quality management methodologies in order to implement projects in a healthcare organization to reach goals and to maximize outcomes. This course encompasses healthcare cases for quality process tools team development and outcomes measures.
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• HCAD 3310: Applied Communication for Healthcare Leadership

  4.00 Credits

  King University

  
  This course allows students to explore and practice fundamentals of several sub-areas of communication studies including: interpersonal small group and organizational communication as well as leadership and public speaking which are essential skills for healthcare professional roles. Specifically students will learn an analyze theories related to interpersonal relationships and conflict management interact with and become comfortable with varying dynamics of small group communication dissect the roles of leadership and management in organizations and effectively prepare and deliver public speeches and presentations in front of an audience.
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• HCAD 3320: Management and Leadership

  4.00 Credits

  King University

  
  This course addresses the critical need of managing human resources for organizational effectiveness. Classes examineorganizational leadership and the role that visionary leaders play in empowering employees providing environments for effective work teams and promoting an ethical climate. Students explore various leadership styles including servant leadership and will reflect on their own style of leadership and how it affects their ability to be an effective leader. Other topics include: motivating individuals and teams performance evaluation distribution of power intervention in systems and creation of change oriented cultures.
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• HCAD 3800: Internship/Cooperative Education

  0.00 Credits

  King University

  
  Integrate faculty-led opportunity into education through participation in planned supervised experiential-learning. Students will apply related skills by following a set of objectives reflecting on activities and obtaining feedback from their supervisors. For a complete description of Internships and Cooperative Education see the Internship/Cooperative section under the Academic Policies section.
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• HCAD 4420: Ethics and Legal Issues

  4.00 Credits

  King University

  
  This course examines the contemporary application of legal and ethical issues involved in the management and delivery of health care services. Topics covered include regulatory compliances contracts torts damages negligence risk management patient rights liability of hospital and staff for personal injury to patients medical records and disclosure of patient information informed consent ethical billing and coding practices medical staff credentialing and ethical issues in health care.
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• HCAD 4430: Marketing and Understanding Sustainability in Healthcare

  4.00 Credits

  King University

  
  Healthcare organizations do not always have an understanding of the impact of market share on sustainability. This course emphasizes the identification analysis and selection of target markets; development and management of healthcare service lines and products; the power of consumerism; pricing; demand analysis and forecasting; distribution systems; and advertising and promotions.
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