About Healthcare Administration
Are you ready to step into a career where healthcare meets leadership and impact? The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration is your pathway to making a difference while learning how to manage healthcare organizations effectively and ethically. This program blends the best of liberal arts and business into one dynamic experience. By choosing this path, you’re not just earning a degree in healthcare administration; you’re becoming a change-maker in healthcare, driving teamwork, smart decision-making, and high-quality care for your community.
As a graduate, you’ll understand the complexities of the healthcare reimbursement system, apply effective management theories to lead your team, and develop strategies to improve population health. You’ll feel inspired knowing your work can truly benefit your community and make a lasting difference.
What You’ll Learn
You’ll learn how to manage teams and understand how healthcare really works, from insurance and reimbursement to patient care. Build in-demand skills in communication, leadership, and use data and technology to improve lives. Gain real-world insight into how healthcare organizations operate. By the time you graduate, you’ll feel prepared and motivated to step in and make a meaningful impact in your community.
Some courses in Healthcare Administration include:
- ECON 332 Healthcare Economics International Perspective
- LAWS 363 Healthcare Law
- MATH 108 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- MGMT 302 Managing Organizational Behavior
- MGMT 330 Healthcare Administration
- NURS 321 U.S. Healthcare System
SEE ALL COURSES & DEGREE REQUIREMENTS >
Hands-on/Experiential Learning
At Ramapo College, the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration combines hands-on learning with real-world experience to prepare you for a career in one of today’s fastest-growing fields. You’ll build practical skills in healthcare management, finance, and operations while tackling real challenges. Through partnerships with organizations like The Valley Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Health, Valley Home Care, and Eva’s Village, you’ll gain firsthand experience, so you graduate ready to lead with confidence from day one.
Internships & Co-Ops
Hands-on learning isn’t optional; it’s built into your experience. As a Healthcare Administration major, you’ll gain real-world exposure through internships and co-ops with leading regional healthcare providers. Building on our strong clinical partnerships, students have opportunities to engage with organizations such as The Valley Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Health, Morristown Medical Center, and Bergen New Bridge Medical Center. These experiences allow you to apply what you learn in the classroom to real healthcare settings, developing the skills, confidence, and professional network needed to lead from day one.
Careers & Outcomes
At Ramapo College, you’re not just preparing for a job; you’re stepping into one of the fastest-growing, high-impact careers in the country. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, careers for medical and health services managers are projected to grow 23% from 2024 to 2034, with over 62,000 job openings each year and a median salary of $117,960.
Through Ramapo’s hands-on approach, you’ll gain the skills to lead in hospitals, health systems, insurance organizations, and government agencies. Graduates pursue roles such as hospital or practice manager, healthcare analyst, medical records manager, and community health leader.
With a strong foundation in management, finance, operations, and healthcare systems, you’ll be prepared to navigate complex challenges, improve patient outcomes, and build a career that combines purpose, leadership, and real-world impact from day one.
Faculty Spotlight
Rikki Abzug, Ph.D., is a Professor of Management in the Anisfield School of Business at Ramapo College. A Fulbright Specialist and nationally recognized scholar, her work focuses on organizational governance, nonprofit leadership and social purpose organizations.
She holds a B.A. from Swarthmore College and earned her M.A., M.Phil., and Ph.D. in Sociology from Yale University. Her research has been widely published in leading academic journals and informs her teaching on leadership, strategy, and organizational impact.
Related Programs
Make your Healthcare Administration degree your own. Build your business edge with Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Marketing. Interested in policy or advocacy? Law and Society adds a powerful layer. Want to sharpen your analytical skills? Mathematics or Bioinformatics gives you a data-driven advantage.
Management
Great healthcare starts with strong leadership. Learn how to manage teams, navigate challenges, and build effective organizations. You’ll graduate ready to lead across hospitals and healthcare systems.
Economics
Understand the forces driving healthcare systems. Learn how costs, policy, and resource allocation impact decisions and outcomes. Gain a strategic edge in planning, operations, and healthcare leadership.
Accounting
Healthcare runs on smart financial decisions. Gain skills in budgeting, cost management, and financial analysis. You’ll help organizations stay efficient, compliant, and financially strong.
Law and Society
Explore how laws, policy, and social systems shape the world around us. Examine issues of justice, ethics, and equity across diverse communities and institutions. Ideal for students interested in advocacy, public service, or careers that intersect with law and social impact.
Mathematics
Turn data into decisions. Build strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Stand out in a healthcare industry driven by data and performance metrics.
Beyond the Classroom
Co-Curricular Activities to Enhance Your Learning
How to Apply
Ready to apply? Have questions? Request more information or visit us in person. Click below.
Follow Ramapo College