Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Walden University's B.S. in Computer Information Systems program with a concentration in Healthcare Informatics is an online program that integrates a foundational business education with courses covering information systems in the healthcare industry. The curriculum focuses on core business courses that include accounting, statistics, and economics, and transitions into courses focusing specifically on information technology. Coursework includes programming, requirements analysis, database management, and information project management. The concentration coursework focuses on information security, patient records, and applications of healthcare information systems. Students finish the program with portfolio development and a computer information system capstone course. Estimated time to completion is four and a half years; this period may vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Walden University's B.S. in Computer Information Systems program with a concentration in Healthcare Informatics is intended for aspiring computer information systems professionals or healthcare administrators. You may have some experience in a healthcare setting and should be comfortable with computers. Applicants to Walden University's programs must be at least 24 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent; or be an active member of the military or a veteran; or have already earned at least 90 quarter hours of credit. Applicants may need to complete additional requirements for some programs.

What Are the Course Requirements?

Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change; contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program. The Walden University B.S. in Computer Information Systems program with a concentration in Healthcare Informatics requires completion of 181 total quarter credit hours. Some of the required courses are listed below.

Business Courses

• Introduction to Accounting I
• Introduction to Management and Leadership
• Dynamics of Change
• Critical Thinking
• Microeconomics
• Statistics

Computer Information Systems Core Courses

• Introduction to Information Systems
• Information Technology Infrastructure
• Object-Oriented Programming I
• Internet Computing
• Object-Oriented Programming II
• Computing and Society
• Database Management Systems
• Requirements Analysis
• Object-Oriented Design
• Information Systems Project Management

Healthcare Informatics Concentration Courses

• Information Security and Privacy
• Structure of the Healthcare Industry
• Patient Records Practice and Policy
• Healthcare Information Systems Applications

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of Walden University's B.S. in Computer Information Systems program with a concentration in Healthcare Informatics have the opportunity to prepare for careers in healthcare information systems including in administration, consulting, and technical support. Positions that graduates may seek include:

• Computer information support specialist
• Information systems manager
• Database administrator
• Project development specialist
• Help-desk specialist

Advanced Degrees

In addition to seeking entry-level positions, graduates of Walden University's B.S. in Computer Information Systems program with a concentration in Healthcare Informatics may choose to further their studies. Earning a master's degree in IT, systems management, or informatics may prepare you for other career opportunities in the field. Degrees listed are not institution-specific but constitute a sampling of continuing education options for graduates. Degrees graduates could pursue include:

• Master of Science in Health Informatics
• Master of Science in Computer Information Systems
• Master of Arts in Health Information Management
• Master of Public Health Informatics