B.S. in Healthcare Management

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Prospective undergraduate students are required to have a minimum academic achievement of 80% or above in their previous educational qualifications.

English Language Proficiency

• IELTS Requirement: A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no individual band score below 5.5.
• TOEFL Requirement: A minimum overall score of 77 is often required.
• PTE :  A minimum overall score of 51 is required.
• DET Requirement: A DET score of 120 is required.

Standardized Test Requirements

• SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test):  A minimum requirement of 1050 for the SAT score.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) offers various scholarships and financial aid opportunities to support international students in their academic journey. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and diverse backgrounds. 

Global Scholarship: The Global Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship available to incoming international undergraduate students. It provides partial tuition coverage for up to four years. Students must demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership qualities, and community involvement to be eligible for this scholarship.

UAB International Scholar Award: This scholarship is available to international students who have completed at least one semester at UAB and have a minimum GPA requirement. The award amount varies and is renewable each year, provided the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.

Honors College Scholarships: UAB's Honors College offers scholarships specifically for high-achieving students, including international students. These scholarships are highly competitive and provide financial support for tuition, fees, and other educational expenses. Eligibility criteria and award amounts vary.

Departmental Scholarships: Various academic departments and schools within UAB offer scholarships to students based on their field of study and academic achievements. These scholarships may be specific to certain majors or programs and require separate application processes. It is advisable to contact the respective department for detailed information on available scholarships.

External Scholarships: UAB encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by government agencies, non-profit organizations, and private foundations. These scholarships may be country-specific, program-specific, or based on certain criteria such as academic performance, research interests, or community involvement.

It is important for international students to carefully review the eligibility requirements, application procedures, and deadlines for each scholarship opportunity. 

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) have a wide range of career opportunities in various sectors of the healthcare industry. 

Healthcare Administrator: Graduates can work as healthcare administrators, overseeing the operations of healthcare facilities such as hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, or outpatient centers. They may be responsible for managing budgets, staffing, strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement initiatives to ensure effective and efficient delivery of healthcare services.

Healthcare Consultant: With expertise in healthcare management and business analytics, graduates can work as healthcare consultants, providing strategic advice, process improvement recommendations, and project management services to healthcare organizations seeking to optimize their operations, reduce costs, or improve patient outcomes.

Health Information Manager: Graduates may work as health information managers, overseeing the collection, storage, and analysis of patient health information to ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with healthcare regulations. They may manage electronic health records systems, implement data security measures, and oversee coding and billing processes.

Health Policy Analyst: With a focus on healthcare policy and advocacy, graduates can work as health policy analysts, analyzing healthcare policies, legislation, and regulations to assess their impact on healthcare delivery and outcomes. They may work for government agencies, advocacy organizations, or research institutes to inform evidence-based policymaking and healthcare reform efforts.

Quality Improvement Specialist: Graduates can pursue careers as quality improvement specialists, focusing on enhancing the quality and safety of healthcare services through performance measurement, data analysis, and process improvement initiatives. They may work in hospitals, quality improvement organizations, or healthcare consulting firms to implement evidence-based practices and drive continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.

Healthcare Financial Analyst: With expertise in healthcare finance and accounting, graduates can work as healthcare financial analysts, analyzing financial data, preparing budgets, and evaluating financial performance to support decision-making and resource allocation in healthcare organizations. They may work for hospitals, insurance companies, or healthcare consulting firms.

Managed Care Coordinator: Graduates may work as managed care coordinators, facilitating communication and coordination between healthcare providers, insurers, and patients to ensure that patients receive appropriate and cost-effective care. They may assist with care coordination, utilization review, and case management in managed care organizations or insurance companies.

Healthcare Marketing Specialist: With a focus on healthcare marketing and communications, graduates can work as healthcare marketing specialists, developing and implementing marketing strategies to promote healthcare services, attract patients, and build brand awareness for healthcare organizations. They may create marketing materials, manage social media channels, and coordinate advertising campaigns.

Patient Experience Manager: Graduates can work as patient experience managers, focusing on improving patient satisfaction, engagement, and loyalty by implementing strategies to enhance the patient experience across all touchpoints of the healthcare journey. They may develop patient-centered care initiatives, train staff on customer service skills, and collect patient feedback to drive continuous improvement.

Long-Term Care Administrator: Graduates may pursue careers as long-term care administrators, overseeing the operations of long-term care facilities such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or rehabilitation centers. They may be responsible for managing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, coordinating resident care, and maintaining quality of life for residents.