Business management – health services
Enhance your management skills in a rapidly changing health care field.
Program at a glance
DEGREE TYPE
Associate of Applied Business
PROGRAM FORMAT
Online*
LENGTH (FULL TIME)
4 semesters
CAREER COMMUNITY
*Please note: While this degree can be completed completely online, some of the courses may offer the option of attending or logging in to synchronous (live) sessions using web conferencing tools. Contact the department chair for more information.
Program overview
Stark State Collegeโs health services program prepares you for a successful career in the health care industry.
This program blends management skills with a basic knowledge of the health care industry, anatomy, physiology, insurance and medical terminology.
Program details
Youโll gain business management savvy along with a working knowledge of claims processing and the health care industry. Plus, youโll also learn how to communicate using medical terminology.
Stark Stateโs finance program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. www.acbsp.org

Careers and outcomes
When you graduate, youโll be prepared for a career in the health care industry as an entry-level claims processor, health services coordinator, patient services manager, and medical billing and coding specialist.
FAQs
After graduation, youโll be prepared for a career as a health services coordinator, patient services manager, and medical billing and coding specialist.
Through 2031, the health services manager job growth is expected to grow 23โ28% growth. Medical coder roles are expected to grow by 8%.
Yes. You will learn practical applications of health care regulations โ and get to use admin tools.
You can work with Stark Stateโs Office of Career Services to find internship opportunities.
Yes, some courses are transferable to health care administration programs. Learn more about Stark Stateโs transfer partnerships.
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Lowest tuition around
Put your money toward your goals – not debt.
Stark Stateโs tuition costs up to 83% less than other area colleges and universities. Along with financial aid and scholarship opportunities, you gain the most value for your education without sacrificing quality.
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Dan Fuline Jr., Ph.D.
Department Chair, Management and Marketing
330-996-5453 ext. 4016

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