AU Extension

Healthcare Operations & Management

Management and transformation of healthcare systems

Number of courses
3
Flexible pace
3–6 months per block
Academic hours
432
Next start
Fall 2026
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Overview

Designed for professionals focused on the management and transformation of healthcare systems, with emphasis on operations, information systems and public health.

Skills & outcomes

Upon completing the Healthcare Operations & Management Professional Certificate, you will be able to:

  • Analyze the U.S. healthcare system and its global implications
  • Deploy management information systems in healthcare
  • Lead public health initiatives with a management mindset

Courses

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Continue your education in the AU ecosystem

AU Extension is the continuing-education division of AU Extension. This Professional Certificate focuses on applied skills; if you want to explore broader academic options inside the university, we can guide you.

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Next start

Enroll in your first module this fall — no prior admissions process required. Registration opens in July.

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Who should enroll

This Professional Certificate is ideal if you identify with any of these profiles:

Clinical executives, hospital administrators, operations leaders at payers and healthcare providers.

How to start and complete

To get started, simply enroll in the first module — no formal admission required.

To earn your credential:

  • Complete all 3 modules in the program.
  • Earn a minimum grade of B in each course.
  • Finish all courses within two years.

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