Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Ministry of Healthcare Administration

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

B.S. in Faith-Based Ministry of Healthcare Administration

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Healthcare administration and ministry core

63 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Ministry of Healthcare Administration provides a comprehensive foundation for students seeking to lead within the intersection of healthcare management and religious mission-driven organizations. The curriculum integrates principles of professional administration with an ethical framework grounded in stewardship, servant leadership, and social responsibility. Students engage with the complexities of organizational governance, human resource management, and healthcare informatics to foster environments that prioritize community wellness and spiritual well-being.

By blending academic rigor with a focus on faith-informed ethical decision-making, the program cultivates leaders who are prepared to navigate the unique challenges of nonprofit and faith-based healthcare delivery systems. Graduates are equipped with the technical skills to optimize organizational performance and the moral clarity to serve diverse populations with compassion, integrity, and a commitment to vocational excellence.

The Bachelor of Science in Faith-Based Ministry of Healthcare Administration program integrates comprehensive study in healthcare administration theory, behavioral science, human development, professional ethics, health research, crisis awareness, service referral, program development, and community-based support with a robust foundation in faith-based ministry principles. This multidisciplinary approach equips students with the administrative competencies and compassionate perspective necessary to navigate complex health systems through the lens of service and stewardship.

Florida's current standard establishes a minimum of 120 semester credits for a bachelor's degree and at least 30 general-education credits for a Bachelor of Science. This curriculum exceeds the general-education minimum.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 120
• Duration: 4 years
• Degree Level: Bachelor

General education | 36 credit hours

• Healthcare administration and ministry core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• ENG101 | Academic Composition | 4 | None
• BUS105 | Introduction to Business Administration | 3 | None
• THE110 | Foundations of Faith and Ethics | 3 | None
• MAT120 | Quantitative Reasoning for Health | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS150 | Principles of Management | 3 | BUS105
• PSY110 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | None
• BIO130 | Human Health and Wellness | 3 | None
• COM120 | Professional Communication | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• HCA201 | Healthcare Systems and Delivery | 4 | BUS150
• MGT210 | Nonprofit Governance | 3 | BUS150
• SOC220 | Sociology of Community Health | 3 | PSY110
• MIN205 | Servant Leadership in Practice | 3 | THE110
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• HCA250 | Financial Management for Healthcare | 3 | MAT120, HCA201
• BUS240 | Human Resource Management | 3 | BUS150
• HIS230 | History of Philanthropy in Health | 3 | None
• HUM210 | Ethics in Healthcare Administration | 3 | THE110
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• HCA310 | Healthcare Informatics | 4 | HCA201
• MGT320 | Strategic Planning for Nonprofits | 3 | MGT210
• RES305 | Research Methods in Social Services | 3 | MAT120
• CHR330 | Faith and Organizational Culture | 3 | MIN205
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• HCA360 | Legal and Regulatory Issues | 3 | HCA201
• BUS350 | Marketing for Service Organizations | 3 | BUS105
• EDU310 | Community Health Education | 3 | SOC220
• COU320 | Counseling and Support Services | 3 | PSY110
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• HCA410 | Operations Management | 4 | HCA310
• MGT420 | Organizational Leadership and Change | 3 | MGT320
• BUS440 | Fundraising and Grant Writing | 3 | BUS240
• THE450 | Advanced Christian Worldview | 3 | THE110
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | RES305, HCA360
• HCA450 | Healthcare Policy and Advocacy | 3 | HCA360
• BUS480 | Contemporary Issues in Administration | 3 | MGT420
• MIN495 | Vocational Discernment | 3 | MIN205

Career Opportunities

• Healthcare Administration Specialist
• Nonprofit Healthcare Operations Coordinator
• Community Health Program Manager
• Faith-Based Facility Administrator
• Patient Advocacy Representative
• Organizational Development Specialist
• Health Services Program Consultant

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.S. in Faith-Based Ministry of Healthcare Administration
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years