Bachelor of Health Management at Saint Louis University

Student Handbook

Saint Louis University's B.S. in Health Management is offered through the College for Public Health and Social Justice, which is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. Health management is a major for students interested in business, health care, and health and wellness in communities. 

Health care delivery is highly complex, and there is a need for trained individuals who can recommend, implement, operate and evaluate changes to the system. Decisions made by health care executives help improve the lives of millions of people every day. 

A degree in health management from Saint Louis University educates students about the business side of public health and health care, built upon a foundation in Jesuit-based liberal arts, business and public policy. 

• Health systems knowledge. SLU's health management degree provides unique insight into the evolving priorities of the health industry, from individualized treatment to integrated preventative care.
• Health care impact. Health management majors gain knowledge and skills vital to understanding the role of the health care system in implementing policies and processes that impact the complex challenges facing the health of communities.
• Employment outlook. A health management degree empowers students to pursue multiple career options and graduate degree paths, which can open doors to executive-level careers.
• Pre-medical students. Pre-med students benefit greatly from a health management major, as they understand the organizational systems in which they work.
• Medallion Program.  Designed for first-year students in all CPHSJ majors, this program connects first-year students with each other, their major, and the College through social, academic enhancement, and professional development events, as well as faculty mentoring.

Additional degree options include:

• Accelerated program for students who wish to earn a B.S. in Health Management in four years and a Master of Health Administration (M.H.A.) with one additional year of study; students apply to this program during their fifth semester of study 
• Pre-med track for students interested in going to medical school
• Medical Scholars track for students in the Medical Scholars Program
• Honors courses for students in the Honors Program

1. Describe the impact of social, cultural, economic, financial and political factors on health care organizations.
2. Understand and explain the application of relevant information technology, including databases, in health care.
3. Understand the importance of and demonstrate the ability to work with and at times motivate others to achieve organizational goals.
4. Apply the principles and core functions of management and decision theory.
5. Based on audience characteristics develop, organize and express ideas and information clearly.