decor decor

Health Care Management
Bachelor of Science in Business

If you’re passionate about health care, the Bachelor of Science in Business, Health Care Management degree from Capella may help prepare you to be a leader in the field. Dive into quality assurance, risk management and health care operations to build the skills that may help you make a positive impact. Engage with faculty and fellow students who represent multiple functional areas across the health care ecosystem. Then use this interdisciplinary foundation to integrate the quality of care into your decision-making processes and build a deeper knowledge of health care policy.

Aligned to industry standards

We partner with employers and the Capella School of Business, Technology and Health Care Administration Advisory Board (SoBTH) to design programs that align to industry standards. 

Two flexible online learning formats

To meet the needs of your busy life, we offer two 100% competency-based online learning formats – GuidedPath and FlexPath. Is FlexPath right for you?

Build a strong foundation

Grow your knowledge in management, health care economics, legal understanding and strategic planning to help prepare you for your health care career.

Classes start April 8

Use the code WINTER to waive the $50 application fee.

At a glance

  • Online
  • FlexPath available
  • 8–15 General education courses
  • 9 Core courses
  • 8 Specialization courses
  • 7–13 Elective courses
  • 1 Capstone
  • 180 Total quarter credits
  • 135 Max transfer credits

FlexPath lets you finish the degree you started, with a bachelor’s in business in 15 months for $15,000.*

*Based on fastest 25 percent of students. Your program length and cost will vary by transfer credits, the per-session cost, and how quickly you complete courses. Books, supplies, and other fees apply.

What can you do with a BS in Health Care Management degree?

Your education can help you reach your professional and personal goals. While Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion or salary increase, we encourage you to explore potential jobs and employment settings. Here are some ideas and examples for a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Business, Health Care Management.

Job titles to explore

  • Business analyst
  • Practice manager
  • Nursing home administrator
  • Health administrator
  • Clinic manager
  • Office manager

Employment settings to explore

  • Hospital
  • Nursing care facility
  • Office of physician
  • Health insurance company
  • Land-based or online college or university

Articles and resources

Expand your perspective on academic and career topics with articles and resources from Capella University.

7 time management tips for adult students

If you’re a working adult pursuing an online degree, you know the feeling of being pressed for time.

7 skills to demonstrate career readiness

A working mom describes how FlexPath helped her complete a bachelor’s degree in business and pursue the next steps in her career.

5 Ways Effective Leaders Use Emotional Intelligence

You may be surprised to learn that college graduates with the same degree may not exhibit the same level of career readiness.