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BS in Health Insurance Management

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At a Glance

  • College

    Online Programs, Institute of Emerging Health Professions

  • Degree

    Bachelor of Science

  • Format

    Online

  • Credits

    120

  • Enrollment Options

    Full Time, Part Time

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). Undergraduate students must be enrolled in six credits per academic semester to be eligible for most financial aid. Prospective students who have questions about financing their education should visit Jefferson’s Tuition and Financial Aid website.

Get in Touch

Program Contact

Name: Laura Pontiggia
Position: Professor & Associate Dean of Academic Programs, Institute of Emerging Health Professions
Email: Laura.Pontiggia@jefferson.edu
Contact Number(s):
  • 215-503-1111

Contact Admissions

Email: Enroll@Jefferson.edu
Contact Number(s):
  • 215-951-2800
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