BS in Health Insurance Management

College

College of Health Professions

Degree

Bachelor of Science

Format

Online

Credits

120

Enrollment Options

Full Time, Part Time

Program Contact

Name: Laura Pontiggia
Position: Professor and Associate Dean of Academic Programs, Institute of Emerging Health Professions (IEHP) College of Health Professions
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This is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn about the curriculum, career opportunities, and degree requirements. Please register by July 15, 2024.

The BS in Health Insurance Management is a fully online program with accelerated courses offered in 8-week terms that prepares individuals for today’s complex and evolving health insurance industry. Students will study a diverse curriculum that covers 4 core content areas in which they will acquire essential knowledge and skills:

  • Insurance law and company operations
  • Health systems policy, informatics and quality improvement
  • Healthcare finance and reimbursement
  • Leadership and management

Jefferson caters to those who require flexible learning schedules by offering a fully online and asynchronous program. The BS in Health Insurance Management is designed for adult learners with an interest in pursuing or advancing their career within the healthcare insurance and finance fields.

Graduates will have a comprehensive understanding of insurance law, health systems policy, informatics and quality improvements and leadership and management.

Program Highlights

  • Fully online
  • Competitive pricing
  • Accelerated 8 week courses
  • Unique focus on health insurance management
  • Generous amount of transfer credits accepted

Career Opportunities

The BS in Health Insurance Management will prepare you for a range of potential careers, including:

  • Health Insurance Manager
  • Insurance Claims Adjusters
  • Insurance Appraisers
  • Insurance Examiners
  • Insurance Investigators
  • Insurance Underwriters
  • Program/Case Managers
  • Team Leader and Supervisor roles

Financial Aid

Students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and are interested in receiving federal or state aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Graduate students enrolled as degree seeking with at least six (6) credit hours can be considered for the federal direct unsubsidized Stafford loan and the graduate PLUS loan. Prospective students who have questions about financing their education should visit the Jefferson Financial Aid Office's site.