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Healthcare Analytics Essentials
This course is best suited for individuals currently in the healthcare sector, as a provider, payer, or administrator. Individuals pursuing a career change to the healthcare sector may also be interested in this course.
In this course, you will have an opportunity to examine topics related to data-driven decision making in healthcare. You will be asked to consider both the patient and provider perspective and their contributions to improving the quality of care provided. Through the readings, the application of the analytical tools, and the concepts and principles in this course, you will have a more comprehensive understanding of the complexity of healthcare delivery organizations and how they affect patient care delivery and ultimately patient medical outcomes.
This course provides you the opportunity to:
~ Describe how healthcare business analytics fits into the data science and business disciplines
~ Identify key current issues in analytics and data science
~ Describe how business analytics integrates with business strategy
Duration
5 Months
Institution
Northeastern University
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Northeastern University.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$68
Total Est. Investment
$68
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Healthcare Analytics Essentials program at Northeastern University are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.