Learning Outcomes

As a graduate of this program, you will 

• Gain an in-depth understanding of new and existing digital technology and health information management systems within the context of the U.S. health care system. 
• Prepare to lead in the development, implementation, evaluation and management of information technology solutions to improve patient health and the health care delivery process. 
• Use health informatics to reduce medical errors. 
• Utilize health information technology for decision support, knowledge management, strategic planning, and outcomes assessment and management to optimize cost efficiencies in the health care system. 
• Effectively interface between the data systems developers and the user community. 
• Facilitate the development and advancement of eHealth initiatives and other emerging information technologies to improve health care delivery and cost efficiencies. 
• Analyze data to identify early patterns of diseases, illness, and injury and review prevention and treatment options.