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New Online Program Launch: Graduate Certificate in Business of Healthcare

By Conner Mackowiak | July 25, 2023 | Comments 0 Comment

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest program, the 100% online and asynchronous Graduate Certificate in Business of Healthcare!

This exciting new program is designed for both business professionals and practicing clinicians to gain the business skills and healthcare experience necessary to take on leadership roles within healthcare systems, private practices and more.

The great part of this program is that, as a Graduate Certificate, the time commitment is significantly less than that of a full-time graduate program. Practicing clinicians will be able to gain skills and experience on their own time and schedule, in a condensed format designed to be completed quickly. Additionally, this program is fantastic for business professionals or MBA students looking to work in a leadership or administrative role within a hospital or healthcare system.

There’s so much more to this program too. Here are a few quick program benefits:

Gain necessary business experience without the time commitment of a full MBA—ideal for those practicing medicine, already working in healthcare, or wanting to get into the healthcare industry.
Learn how to bridge the relationship between business and medicine.
Implement practices that will demonstrate quality improvement of healthcare operations.
Utilize your business experience to dive into the healthcare field.

Don’t wait! Check out our Graduate Certificate in Business of Healthcare today and apply to get started this coming spring!

New Online Program Launch: The Power of a Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Systems Engineering

By Gillian Sclafani | July 20, 2023 | Comments 0 Comment

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest online program, the 100% online and asynchronous Graduate Certificate Healthcare Systems Engineering. This degree is ideal for current and future healthcare professionals who are looking to enhance their skillset, improve healthcare processes and procedures, and advance professional leadership roles by gaining technical skills in analytics, predictive modeling, patient safety, and health IT. The online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Systems Engineering is a 9-credit hour program, with each course delivered in an 8-week course format, 100% online.

In the rapidly evolving field of healthcare, effective management and optimization of healthcare systems have become crucial. As the demand for high-quality and cost-effective care continues to rise, healthcare organizations are increasingly turning to professionals with expertise in healthcare systems engineering. Our program offers the opportunity for individuals seeking to make a significant impact in the healthcare industry by applying engineering principles and strategies to improve healthcare delivery, patient safety, and operational efficiency.

Healthcare Systems Engineering is an interdisciplinary field that combines principles from engineering, operations research, management science, and healthcare management. It focuses on developing and implementing innovative solutions to enhance the performance of healthcare systems, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and healthcare supply chains. By employing engineering methodologies, data analysis techniques, and process improvement strategies, healthcare systems engineers aim to optimize workflows, reduce waste, and enhance patient outcomes.

Benefits of a Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Systems Engineering from the University of Louisville include:

Specialized Knowledge: A graduate certificate program in Healthcare Systems Engineering provides specialized knowledge and skills tailored specifically for the healthcare industry. Participants gain a deep understanding of the complex healthcare system, including the integration of technology, data analysis, and process improvement techniques.

Operational Efficiency: Healthcare systems engineers are trained to identify inefficiencies in healthcare processes and develop innovative solutions to streamline workflows. By optimizing processes such as patient flow, appointment scheduling, inventory management, and resource allocation, healthcare organizations can enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve patient satisfaction.

Quality Improvement: Quality improvement is a fundamental aspect of healthcare systems engineering. Students learn how to analyze data, identify quality metrics, and implement evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and outcomes. By applying engineering principles to healthcare systems, graduates can drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote a culture of excellence within healthcare organizations.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Healthcare systems engineering requires collaboration among diverse stakeholders, including clinicians, administrators, engineers, and IT professionals. A graduate certificate program fosters interdisciplinary collaboration by providing opportunities to work on team projects and engage in discussions with professionals from various backgrounds. This collaborative environment enables students to develop effective communication and leadership skills necessary for driving change in complex healthcare settings.

Career Advancement Opportunities: The demand for healthcare systems engineers is rapidly growing as healthcare organizations recognize the need for innovative approaches to optimize their operations. Graduates of a healthcare systems engineering program are equipped with in-demand skills and are well-positioned for career advancement. They can pursue roles such as healthcare consultants, process improvement specialists, healthcare project managers, or operational leaders within healthcare organizations.

In an era of increasing complexity in healthcare, the role of healthcare systems engineers has become indispensable. A graduate certificate in Healthcare Systems Engineering equips individuals with the specialized knowledge and skills necessary to drive transformative change in healthcare organizations. By combining engineering principles with healthcare management, graduates can enhance operational efficiency, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to the overall advancement of the healthcare industry. Embracing the principles of healthcare systems engineering is a powerful step towards creating a more efficient, safe, and patient-centered healthcare system.

If you have questions about online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Systems Engineering at UofL, need more information on the course structure or guidance on how to get started, feel free to contact our dedicated online enrollment counselors at 800.871.8635 or online@louisville.edu.

UofL Offers Concurrent Enrollment Program For Partner School ADN Students

By Conner Mackowiak | March 30, 2023 | Comments 0 Comment

UofL is proud to partner with KCTCS and Ivy Tech – Sellersburg to bring ADN students a unique opportunity – the RN-BSN Concurrent Enrollment Program! Now ADN students can complete up to 6 nursing classes online within UofL’s RN-BSN program while still enrolled at their home school, saving students both time and money as they further their nursing careers.

Here are some quick benefits for KCTCS and Ivy Tech – Sellersburg students:

ADN students can start working concurrently (at the same time) on RN-BSN online courses upon successfully completing their first semester at their home school.
After completing their ADN requirements, students can take the RN license exam (NCLEX) and finish the remaining BSN courses 100% online at UofL.
The Concurrent Enrollment Program will allow students to graduate with their RN-BSN degree months earlier than if they waited to complete the ADN first, or started working as a nurse and then enrolled in the standard online RN-BSN program.

Our partner community colleges want their students to have a faster path to graduation, while still getting the benefits of a personalized program at a larger university. Here are just a few of our RN-BSN program benefits:

The UofL Online RN-to-BSN Program Provides:

Curriculum created by nurses, for nurses
Reduced tuition (just $375 per credit hour)
Savings of $11,250 with completed Nursing Portfolio (30 credit hours tuition-free)
Accelerated 8-week courses that enable focused learning
Full tuition remission for nurses employed by UofL Health (with deferred payment)
Alignment with American Association of Colleges of Nursing, which recognizes the Bachelor of Science in Nursing as the standard in educational requirement for all nurses

Don’t wait to accelerate your career growth and earning potential. You can take the next steps in your career, all from the comfort of your home school. Click here and learn more about our online Concurrent Enrollment Program!

Master your degree in Industrial Engineering with 3 specialized tracks

By Gillian Sclafani | December 12, 2022 | Comments 0 Comment

The University of Louisville’s J.B. Speed School of Engineering offers a master’s degree program in Industrial Engineering with the option to choose from 3 focus areas: Data Analytics & Operations Research, Logistics & Supply Chain, and Human Factors. The MS in Industrial Engineering is a 30-credit hour (10 courses) program that requires 2 core courses (6 credit hours) and 8 courses in an area of focus or across multiple areas for degree completion. The program is taught 100% online by the same professors who teach on campus, affording our students the flexibility to earn their degree, on their schedule, by professors who are experts in the field of industrial engineering. The program is arranged in a unique 8-week course format, allowing the student the flexibility they need to earn their master’s degree while continuing to work and take care of their family.

Many students are able to complete the program and earn their master’s degree in as little as 1.5-2 years. Students entering the program have the option to choose from 3 specialized areas or to customize their coursework by selecting courses from across all the available options. The information below will break down the 3 focus areas and highlight the courses students can take:

Data Analytics & Operations Research Track

IE 515 Operations Research Methods

Formulation and solution of basic models in operations research. Topics to be covered include applications of linear, integer, and nonlinear programming; transportation and assignment problems, and network flows models.

IE 541 Simulation

The use of discrete event simulation to analyze systems. Topics include Monte Carlo techniques, sampling from and identifying stochastic distributions, estimating performance measures from simulation outputs, validation methods, and SIMIO simulation language.

IE 561 Decision Support System in Excel

This course teaches the fundamentals of computer programming using Excel’s macro language, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), as the language of instruction. The course starts by teaching students to simplify and extend code generated by Excels macro recorder and then builds on that base toward developing applications that analyze information and enhance decision making. This course also provides an introduction to the concepts and methods of Decision Science, which involves the application of mathematical modeling and analysis to management problems. It also provides a foundation for modeling with VBA in Excel.

Logistics & Supply Chain Track

IE 515 Operations Research MethodsFormulation and solution of basic models in operations research. Topics to be covered include applications of linear, integer, and nonlinear programming; transportation and assignment problems, and network flows models.

IE 621 Facility Planning

Design and layout of industrial facilities, facility location, space requirements, flow charts, relationship diagrams, material handling, quantitative layout techniques, production line balancing, and computer programs for layout planning.

IE 625 Production and Inventory ControlTopics include the context of inventory management and production planning decisions, economic order quantities, heuristics and models for probabilistic and time-varying demand patterns, coordinated replenishment systems, and aggregate planning.

Human Factors Track

IE 580 Introduction to Human Factors Engineering and Ergonomics

The main goal of this course is to introduce students to the study of human cognitive and physical abilities and limitations, and the application of that knowledge to engineering design. This course will demonstrate how the application of human factors and ergonomics principles can improve the design of systems involving the interaction of humans with tools, technology, and the work environment.

IE 581 Advanced Topics in Human Factors Engineering

The main goal of this course is to learn and apply advanced methods in human factors engineering, as well as newer models, theories, and frameworks related to the field.

IE 585 Usability Engineering

This course exposes students to the constructs of usability, usefulness, user-centered design, and user experience (UX) and their relation to engineering design. The course covers an interactive evaluation-centered user experience (UX) lifecycle as a template intended to be instantiated in many different ways to match the constraints of a particular development project. The UX lifecycle, sketching, conceptual design, and formative UX evaluation.

For students who choose the general study path, the 8 courses may consist of 1-2 courses in each of the focus areas listed above in addition to other electives. Regardless of which area of study you choose, students will work with the MSIE Program Director to develop a Plan of Study (PoS) upon admission, which may be revised as the student progresses throughout the program.

If you are ready to take the next step in earning your master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, complete your application today. UofL offers 6 convenient start terms throughout the academic year. Click here to learn more.

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