Online Health Information Management Degree

Combine your passions for health care and analytics

Master of Science - Health Informatics and Information Management (33 credits)

Prepare yourself to become one of the nation’s vital health information managers with a master of science in health informatics and information management (MSHIIM) from Davenport University. Learn to secure and maintain critical patient records and data through this online health informatics and information management master’s degree — one of only ten such programs nationwide and the only Michigan program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management (CAHIIM). You’ll also learn to lead programs related to the access, protection and implementation of data systems.

While completing the master's in health informatics and information management program, you can also obtain the graduate certificate in data analytics by adding just two additional courses.

Take classes online through Davenport’s Global Campus and learn from expert faculty who bring deep experience from leadership jobs in health information management. Earn your online health informatics master’s degree in less time through courses that are offered over seven-week sessions.

Plus, when you graduate from Davenport’s master’s in health information management program, you’ll be eligible to sit for the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) exam.

To learn more information about Davenport's health information technology and health information management career pathways: Click here

What is a master’s in health informatics and information management?

A master’s in health informatics and information management is a graduate-level academic degree that prepares students to become health information managers who secure, manage and analyze health care records for the benefit of patients as well as health care practitioners, organizations and policymakers.

By earning your master’s in health informatics online degree at Davenport, you’ll be ready for a diverse range of jobs in health information management, including data analytics, privacy and compliance, and data integrity in hospitals, research institutes, consulting firms, electronic patient record companies and more. Health information managers often serve in bridge roles, connecting clinical, operational, information technology and administrative functions.

Explore classes for Davenport’s master’s in health informatics and information management

Get ready to take on jobs in health information management with Davenport’s master’s in health informatics online courses that include project management, risk mitigation, information governance and creative thinking from a strategic perspective. All of your classes are approved by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and align with Quality Matters (QM).

Classes are also evaluated through Instructional Design to ensure you receive the highest quality education. With the support of your professors, you’ll fulfill your online health informatics master’s degree requirement of a thesis or, if you choose, a relevant project from your current job.

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Courses		30 Credits
DATA610	Essentials of Bus Analytics Essentials of big data and data analytics are introduced and include descriptive, predictive and prescriptive statistics, regression analysis, optimization techniques and data visualization. The instructional approach in this course focuses on application-based reinforcement of concepts to include the use of simulations. A key component of instruction is an emphasis on analytical report writing and other ways to effectively present data analytic results. Techniques examined emphasize applicability in multiple organizational sectors to include business, finance, human resources, healthcare, manufacturing, sport management, social services, education, non-profit, and government entities. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	3
DATA667	Data Visualization & Commnctn Data visualization and communication skills are taught using industry standard software. The instructional approach in this course focuses on application using hands-on projects to create reports and dashboards with high-impact visualizations of common data analyses to help in decision making. A key element of instruction is an emphasis on communicating the practical implications of data analytics results to a non-technical audience in a timely manner. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	3
HCMG630	Health Care Organizations This course provides a systematic overview of the U.S. Healthcare Delivery System. Students will examine key components involved in the delivery and provision of healthcare services, including cultural diversity. This course also provides students an opportunity to examine the origin, development, structure, organization, and operational issues as they relate to hospitals and healthcare delivery systems. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	3
HCMG750	Financial Mgmt for Health Care The focus of this course is to provide a working knowledge of payment policies and reimbursement methodologies used in health care and how they vary by payment source (governmental, private, and capitated insurance). Methodologies used by facilities and practitioners will be applied and compared. Factors affecting payment will be discussed. Costing methodologies, revenue cycle management, purchasing strategies, budgeting, and variance analysis applied to health care are examined. Note: A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): HCMG630	3
HINT601	HIIM Seminar This seminar is required in the first semester of acceptance to the College of Health Professions Health Informatics and Information Management program. The program expectations and the HIIM Student Handbook will be reviewed. Students in this course must register and complete the required Criminal Background Check (CBC) and Drug Screen (DS). Note: This course is graded on a Pass/Fail basis. If the CBC/DS portion of the class is not completed in the specified time frame, a failing grade will be given for the course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	0
HINT730	Legal Aspects and Compliance This course will provide an overview of the legal processes and compliance issues related to health data. Students will review HIPAA compliance requirements as well as review risk management strategies and policies. Students will develop a training program related to legal issues and compliance and incorporate project management methodologies. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	3
HINT760	Research Methods in HIM This course provides an introduction to research study design, methods, descriptive and inferential statistics needed to conduct research studies in the health information management domains. Topics include institutional review boards, ethics in research, the research process, data collection and presentation of data. Students will establish the framework for their capstone thesis/project. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): IAAS600	3
HINT775	Health Information Governance Students in this course will explore the concepts of information governance. Data management policies will be evaluated to ensure they are compliant with federal and state regulations. The course will discuss managing information while supporting the organization’s strategy, operations and risk requirements. Students will review and evaluate the processes needed in today's e-health environment related to information interoperability. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees.	3
IAAS600	Information Security Planning This course is a comprehensive study of the techniques used to protect information infrastructure and assets, with a primary focus on the Defense In Depth model that emphasizes the role of people, process and technology. Topics include security problems in computing, networks and distributed systems, and the criticality of the CIA triad; confidentiality, integrity and availability of technology-based resources. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): Required undergraduate or 500+ level prerequisite courses	3
IAAS675	Health Care Security This course will provide the framework for developing and integrating security, critical infrastructures and assets prevalent in the healthcare and hospital industries. Legislation, policies, and case studies specific to the healthcare services field will be highlighted. Topics will include risks and vulnerabilities, security safeguards and standards, access control, audits, disaster recovery planning, security policy and procedures, and physical and logical security systems. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): IAAS600	3
MGMT653	Leading Organizations This course is designed to provide new ways of thinking about leadership philosophies and strategies to influence the behaviors of individuals and groups in organizations. Students begin with an exploration of the nature of effective leadership and leadership theories. Understanding power, creating change, developing teams, and guiding group decisions are examined in the context of the roles of a leader. Students learn how to recognize leadership traits and approaches so they can develop their own leadership style. Case studies involving real-world situations that confront leaders are used so that students can formulate strategies to improve the performance of followers through effective leadership. A grade of C or better is required on the final assessment in order to earn a passing grade in this course. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): BUSN520	3

Capstone		3 Credits
HINT799	Capstone Experience in HIIM A thesis or project is required for the capstone in the HIIM program. In order to register, a student must have completed all course requirements for this degree and submit an acceptable proposal to the HIIM Program Director. The thesis consists of original research on any topic in the area of health information management, health information systems and/or health informatics. Oral presentation and defense of the thesis is required. The capstone project will be a rigorous project focused on a real-world health information, health information systems or health informatics setting and application of problem-solving methods for development of solutions. A final written report is required. Applicable Course Fees can be found at https://my.davenport.edu/financial-aid/how-much-does-du-cost/tuition-and-fees. Prerequisite(s): All HIIM MS courses; Program Director Approval; must be taken in last semester.	3

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Your health information technology and health information management stackable degrees

Davenport University's HIT and HIM programs are designed as building blocks for our certificate, associate, bachelor and master-level degree offerings. After finishing the coding and billing certificate, you'll be able to seamlessly apply the credits you earned to the degrees listed below –– all while earning resume-boosting recognition along the way.

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Why pursue a Davenport master’s in health information management?

Davenport’s online health informatics and information management master’s degree program is one of ten programs nationwide and the only program in Michigan with CAHIIM accreditation. Davenport’s faculty in the master’s in health informatics program are recognized experts who hold office and serve on committees at the state and national level. Your Davenport master’s in health information management degree will also prepare you for a variety of rewarding and fulfilling jobs in health information management.

Experience the Davenport difference:

Graduate satisfaction

Discover the value of a master’s in health informatics program that garners graduate satisfaction ratings of 6.36 out of 7.

Nationally recognized faculty

Learn from expert HIIM faculty who are research peer reviewers and national presenters on health information management.

Cutting-edge classes

Take advanced master’s in health informatics classes that are AHIMA approved for real-world relevance.

Scholarships

Become a student member of AHIMA and you could qualify for its online health informatics master’s degree graduate scholarships.

Veteran friendly

Achieve your master’s in health informatics through a university that’s been designated a veteran-friendly school by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA).

Nationwide connections

Network with future health information managers across the nation by becoming a student member of AHIMA.

“I came back to Davenport to increase my experience as a health care data analyst. My degree will give me a stronger position as a client advisor and industry thought leader. The program offers practical methods of organizing, analyzing and communicating with health information while being deeply rooted in the domains of technology, management and health care.”

Jon Tanis, MS in HIIM, 2020

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Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society

Davenport University has met HIMSS' rigorous standards for quality health information and technology education. This exclusive recognition by HIMSS means the university's program is aligned with the competencies employers want, and it prepares learners to sit for a HIMSS professional certification exam.

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CAHIIM Accreditation

The Health Information Management accreditor of Davenport University is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The College’s accreditation for Master degree in Health Information Management has been reaffirmed through 2028. All inquiries about the program’s accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601; by phone at (312) 235-3255; or by email at info@cahiim.org.

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Program impact

Graduation rate: 71% within 5 years (2021). Note most full-time students graduate within 2.5 years.
Retention rate: 83% (2021)
Employment rate: 88% (2021)
Student satisfaction rate: 6.17 (on a scale of 1-7)

About Davenport University

Davenport is a private, not-for-profit university with more than 150 years of experience preparing students for successful careers.

Offering over 80 degree and certificate programs, we align with top employers to design degree programs that help you gain the skills and real-world experience you need to rise above the rest. With small class sizes and campuses across Michigan or online, you’ll earn a quality education on your schedule at Davenport University.*

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Program Mission and Learning Outcomes

Program Mission

The mission of the MSHIIM program is to prepare graduates who are positioned to utilize information technology resources to manage health data in an information-driven healthcare environment. The MS in HIIM designs its curriculum to meet requirements of the accrediting bodies.

Program Learning Outcomes

Formulate guidelines for the management of data structure, data content, and information governance activities.
Design policies related to the protection of information with regard to access, use, privacy and security.
Propose solutions that impact organizational effectiveness utilizing informatics, data and data analytics.
Develop proposals to analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of the revenue cycle and reimbursement processes.
Create policies that best ensure compliance with health law and regulations.
Compile information management strategies to enhance organizational management, innovation, and leadership.

Admission Requirements

Admission follows Davenport University's admission and progression policy as outlined in the Graduate Catalog.

Program requirements and prerequisites

All students admitted into the Davenport University Master of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management are expected to have a bachelor’s degree with the necessary undergraduate preparation in management, technology and statistics typically found in a health, technology, or business discipline.

All students are required to have the equivalent of the following courses at the undergraduate level prior to completing to the program. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in each course to show proficiency. These courses may be taken in conjunction with the Masters courses, but must be completed prior to the student’s final semester:

• Medical Terminology

• Anatomy & Physiology

• Pathophysiology & Pharmacology

Before taking 600-level courses, the following prerequisite courses may be required if a student has not already successfully completed equivalent courses or work experience. A grade of “C” or better must be earned in each foundational course to show proficiency. Prerequisite course hours are not included in the credits required for graduation.

Graduate-level foundational prerequisites:

• CISP547 Database Design

• HINT770 Clinical Vocabulary and Health Records (or equivalent undergraduate course)

• IAAS581 Information Security and Assurance

• STAT500 Statistics for Business

Admission requirements

Applicants are eligible for admission to the MS in HIIM program at Davenport University if they meet the following minimum requirements:

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or approved international with an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or better (on a 4.00 scale) is required.
Proof of successful completion of undergraduate courses in management, technology and statistics typically found in a health, technology, or business discipline must be provided. Applicants who are not prepared in these areas may be required to take appropriate undergraduate equivalent courses or prerequisite (500 level) courses.
A current resume/CV inclusive of education, work experience, and community service.
The Admissions Committee may request a candidate interview before a final admissions decision.
Students with an undergraduate degree in HIM from Davenport University, who have a GPA of 3.0 and are in good standing, are only required to complete a graduate application form for admission.

Residency requirements

Master of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management (MS) Degree – A minimum of 30 semester credits, including the Capstone/Thesis course, must be completed at Davenport University; no transfer courses may be brought in after graduate credits have been earned at Davenport University.

Criminal background and drug screen policy

All students in the Davenport University College of Health Professions are required to submit to criminal background check and drug screening at the time of declaring a major in the COHP. The results of the Testing, which shall remain confidential, shall be used by the COHP to approve or disapprove of a Student for enrollment or continued enrollment in the COHP, and/or eligibility for training programs, clinical or practicum. The Testing shall be completed by registering for the appropriate course and completing the entire testing process in the course. Each student is responsible for acknowledging and explaining positive Result(s) after completing the process. A student will be dismissed from the COHP if he or she refuses to consent to the Testing. The cost of the Testing is the part of the course fee and is the responsibility of the student.

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Faculty and Staff

HIM/Allied Department Chair/Associate Dean: Linda Sorensen, EdD, MPA, RHIA, CHPS

Associate Department Chair/Program Director, HIM/Allied Graduate: Joseph C. Brown, DHA, CHDA

Professional/affiliate organizations

Health Information Management Systems and Society (HIMSS) Academic Organization Affiliate - Our students are able to join HIMSS free of charge and enjoy the benefits of membership.

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Some programs require a student to complete a portion of their degree plan off-campus.
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Sources:

U.S. Dept. of Labor
DU Student Data, Fall 2023
Davenport University, 2023/2024 Catalog

Master of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management