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MS, Information Technology in Health Information Technology

Concentration Overview

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The Master of Science (MS) degree in Information Technology,  Health Information Technology concentration prepares students with the knowledge and skills to manage computerized information systems that support the storage, retrieval, sharing, and use of health-related data for communication and decision making.

Credit Distribution

I. Core Courses (15-18* Credits)

MSI-5010Foundations of Information Technology*

3

MSI-5020Telecommunications and Networking

3

MSI-5030Object-Oriented Application Development

3

MSI-5040Information Systems Analysis, Modeling, and Design

3

MSI-5050Principles of Database Design

3

APS-5100Project Management for Technology

3

II. Concentration (15 Credits)

HIT-5410Foundations in Health Informatics

3

HIT-5420Clinical Informatics

3

HIT-5430Electronic Health Records Management

3

HIT-5440Telehealth Systems

3

HIT-5450Legal, Ethical, and Social Issues in Health Informatics

3

III. Capstone (6 Credits)

APS-7000Master Project in Applied Science and Technology

6

Total Credit Hours: 36-39

* MSI-5010: Foundations of Information Technology is required for learners who need a refresher or who lack the prerequisite knowledge in IT as determined during the application evaluation period.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the concentration in Health Information Technology, graduates will be able to:

  • evaluate new and existing digital technology and health information management systems;
  • spearhead the development, implementation, evaluation, and management of information technology solutions;
  • utilize health information technology for decision-making support, knowledge management, and strategic planning;
  • serve as an interface between information systems developers and end users;
  • support the development of electronic health initiatives and other emerging information technologies; and
  • analyze medical data to identify patterns of diseases, illness and injury.