ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION, MASTER OF SCIENCE
Curriculum designed for individualized and self-paced learning.
Overview
The Master of Science (MS) in Artificial Intelligence – Health Care Administration Track prepares students to integrate and advance AI methodologies within the domain of health care administration. The curriculum emphasizes the design and implementation of intelligent systems, smart technologies, and autonomous decision-making processes through patient care, health care quality, patient safety, and advanced treatment options. This 33-credit-hour program equips graduates with the analytical and computational expertise required for emerging careers in AI-driven system design, advanced algorithm development, and intelligent automation across the health care industry.
Why Choose OSU HCA?
- Strong interdisciplinary collaboration between the School of Health Care Administration and the School of Computer Science
- Jointly supported by a dynamic team of research-active and teaching-focused faculty dedicated to academic excellence and student success
- Access to state-of-the-art computing resources and modern laboratory facilities
- Flexible learning options with both in-person and online delivery formats
- Opportunities to engage in faculty-led research in Artificial Intelligence, health care leadership, and clinical quality and operations
- Extensive industry partnerships providing pathways forinternships, mentorship, and professional growth
How Long Does It Take to Complete the Joint MS in AI Program (HCA Track)?
The Joint MS in Artificial Intelligence (Health Care Administration Track) offers a flexible pathway tailored to your pace and goals. The program requires completion of 11 courses (33 credit hours) and can be pursued full-time or part-time, with guidance from the Graduate Coordinator to help you plan your degree.
Current OSU HCA students and graduates can accelerate their studies by applying up to 9 credit hours toward both MS degrees. Depending on your course load, you can earn your MS in AI (HCA Track) in as little as one year.
Core Courses
Select 9 Hours from Core Courses
| Course Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CS 5723 | Artificial Intelligence I | 3 |
| CS 5783 | Machine Learning | 3 |
| ECEN 5733 | Neural Networks | 3 |
| ECEN 5773 | Intelligent Systems | 3 |
Track Required Courses
Select 18 Hours from Track Required Courses
| Course Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CS 5763 | Responsible AI Development and Deployment in Health Care | 3 |
| CS 5683 | Big Data Analysis | 3 |
| HCA 5013 | Survey of Health Care Administration | 3 |
| HCA 5063 | Health Care Compliance | 3 |
| HCA 5133 | Health Care Informatics | 3 |
| HCA 5223 | Ethics in Health Care | 3 |
Elective Courses
6 Hours from Elective Courses - Choose one each from each group
| Course Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HCA 5263 | Patient Safety, Quality, Measurement & Improvement | 3 |
| HCA 5993 | Clinical Operations Management | 3 |
Choose HCA 5263 or 5993
| Course Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HCA 5030 | Problems and Issues in Global Health | 3 |
| HCA 5103 | Introduction to Global Health | 3 |
| HCA 5273 | Understanding Global Burden of Disease Emerging | 3 |
| HCA 5173 | Global Infectious Disease | 3 |
Choose HCA 5030, 5103, 5273 or 5173
| Total Hours |
|---|
| 33 |
For More Information
Amanda Benn, DHA, MS
Program Manager
amanda.benn@okstate.edu