Bachelor's in Art
About the Health Care Administration & Management Program
The HCAM major at SRU offers eight concentrations for non-clinical students, plus pre-professional options for Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy, and Occupational Therapy accelerated and traditional programs. Regardless of your path, an HCAM degree will prepare you for a career in this fast-growing industry. You will learn about the financing of healthcare, legal and regulatory environment, organizational dynamics, quality and continuous improvement, leadership, and much more! Knowledge in the areas of healthcare administration and management is essential for all healthcare professionals. Health care professionals in all roles, including clinical, are increasingly expected to understand and serve administrative and/or managerial functions or roles.
What Can I Do With a Health Care Administration & Management Degree?
A Health Care Administration and Management (HCAM) degree will prepare you for a variety of rewarding positions in the health care industry. The HCAM major is a great choice if you want a productive career that makes a positive impact on others. Health care is our nation’s largest industry with many career opportunities. Whether you are looking for a clinical or non-clinical role, SRU’s Health Care Administration and Management program has a career path for you. Jobs in healthcare administration and management are found in many different settings: hospitals, physician group practices, health insurance, health care technology firms, medical sales, nursing and personal care homes, government agencies, and more!

Why Choose a Health Care Administration & Management Degree?
- Variety
There are two paths you can take with the HCAM program.
Path 1: If you are interested in administration or management in America’s largest and fastest growing industry, but do not want to seek a clinical career.
Path 2: If you are interested in preparing to pursue a pre-medical advising area or a professional program in physical therapy, occupational therapy or physician assistant. - Opportunity
The U.S. population is aging and the number of Americans with access to health care is expanding. These trends create a greater need for health care industry professionals. Health care administrators and managers work with doctors, nurses and other health service professionals to enable the health care system to run smoothly and efficiently. In addition, health care employers are increasingly seeking individuals who understand both the clinical and business side of the industry. - Versatility
You will have a variety of opportunities in this growing and rapidly changing industry. You will also develop important business knowledge, skills, and abilities that transcend the health care industry. - Advancement
HCAM prepares all students to ascend a career ladder within the healthcare industry. In addition, HCAM is ideal if you currently work in the health care industry and wish to pursue career advancement or a leadership role. - Network
We have developed a robust network of health care industry leaders who engage with our programs and students to maximize “real-life” experiential learning and career pathways. We also have engaged alumni who support our students.