A “problem employee” is almost never just a “human resources” problem—it also probably relates to operations, accounting and other areas. Because managers’ responsibilities and problems do not come in neat, compartmentalized packages, the approaches they take to leading and managing should not be compartmentalized.

At the same time that managers deal with complex problems that do not fit neatly into little boxes, MBA programs by and large try to fit them back into those little boxes with discrete courses like managerial accounting, quantitative methods, and finance.

Westwood College’s MBA is different, offering courses that require students to approach managerial decision making across functional areas. For example, MBA502, Responsible Business in the 21st Century, focuses on understanding governmental and quasi-governemnt regulations and related corporate social responsibility business impacts on a global scale. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to evaluate complex business situations by applying legal and ethical principles while weighing impact on an organization, an industry, country, region, and world.

Managers taking our MBA begin with courses on professional communication and managerial-decision making tools. They then proceed to engage instructors in courses focusing on decision making theories and tools developed to address real world problems in the managerial work place.  At the end of the program, in MBA599, Business Strategy, students bring to bear what they have learned as they experience firsthand the complexities involved with leading a modern business organization.

Westwood College seeks to attract people into our MBA who are already working professionals; goal-oriented people who manage families, busy lives, and people and systems in the workplace.  These individuals intuitively understand that problems do not come neatly packaged in little silos. We believe such people are looking to get promoted, target a new industry, and/or be better managers/leaders.

You earned an undergraduate degree. You earned a managerial position. Now, you should earn an advanced degree that is a well recognized career-advancing credential. An MBA from Westwood College adds value by giving you the opportunity to think beyond functional boundaries and focus on solving problems.
If you see yourself in this description, we want to talk to you.

Medical and health services managers coordinate the day to day operations of a medical center, clinical department, nursing home or medical practice. Responsibilities could include anything from staffing to payroll to budget management; as well as ensuring that the needs of patients and providers are met by keeping the center well stocked, clean and running smoothly. In addition to managing the operations, medical and health services managers may also manage marketing programs that stimulate new patient growth or referrals. Those looking to commence a successful management career in the healthcare industry should attend a college with a focused healthcare program.

Why Earn a Healthcare Management Degree from Westwood College?

Individuals seeking to become medical center managers or administrators typically need a bachelor’s degree, although some facilities may hire those with a high school diploma and on-the-job experience. However, having a healthcare management degree can give an applicant an advantage in a competitive job hunt.  A medical and health services manager who is looking to work in a nursing care facility might need a license (requirements vary from state to state). Most states require a bachelor’s degree along with a licensing exam and a complete state-approved training program. In some states, administrators of assisted-living facilities also need a license. Other areas of medical health and services management usually do not require a license.

An ideal healthcare management degree program has career-focused classes and a strong basis in management. Classes may cover project management, law and compliance, health information systems and financing. Coursework should prepare graduates to understand the terminology and procedures performed in most physicians’ offices, demonstrate standard safety practices, communicate effectively with patients and understand basic management principles.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for medical and health services managers is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through to 2020¹, as the healthcare industry continues to expand and diversify. Employment is expected to increase mostly in practitioners’ offices and in home healthcare agencies. Demand in medical group practice management will grow as medical group practices become larger and more complex. Applicants with work experience in the healthcare field and strong business management skills will have the best opportunities.

¹http://www.bls.gov/ooh/Management/Medical-and-health-services-managers.htm#tab-4