Master of Science in Health Informatics & Management Systems

HSA 6197 Design & Management of Health Information Systems
HSA 6185 Management and Organizational Theory in Health Care
HSA 6186 Leadership and Organizational Behavior in Health Care Systems
HIM 6019 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Care
HIM 6685 Electronic Health Records and Clinical Support Systems
HIM 6627 Healthcare Information Management
ISM 6136 Business Intelligence Applications
ISM 6205 Database Management    
ISM 6326 Information Security
HSA 6759 Quality Assessment and Outcomes in Health Care
HIM 6937 Special Topics in Health Informatics
ISM 6930 Special Topics in Information Systems
Professional Development Seminars

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in medical and health informatics is expected to increase by 18 percent through the year 2016. That’s faster than the average for all occupations in the United States. The MSHI&MS program provides the opportunity for healthcare professionals to obtain the necessary knowledge and skills in this growing field.

• Cohort-based – limited to 35 students.
• Fast track  - complete the program in 12 months.
• Saturday only classes - delivered in a hybrid format.
• Program starts in Fall (August) at FIU Downtown on Brickell location.
• Interact with world-class faculty and senior healthcare executives.
• Network with a diverse group of professionals—since this is a cohort-based, lock-step program, you will build strong relationships with your peers that will enrich you personally and professionally - long after you complete the program.

To apply for admission to the Chapman Graduate School of Business, applicants should submit the following to:

MSHI&MS Program
Chapman Graduate School of Business
Florida International University
College of Business Complex - CBC 200
11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, Florida 33199

• Graduate Application for Admission, along with nonrefundable application fee of $30.00 in US dollars.

• Official transcript(s) from all previously attended colleges and/or universities. Transcripts must be sent directly to the Chapman Graduate School Admissions by all formerly attended institution(s) in a sealed university envelope.

• Official proof of degree 
  A notarized copy of the original diploma is required if the degree is not posted on the official transcript(s).

• Meet one of the following options:
  
  Have a minimum of four years of relevant professional experience either in Healthcare or Information Technology and have earned a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) in undergraduate study.
  
  OR
  
  Achieve a minimum score of 500 on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or a score of 1000 (combination of verbal and quantitative) on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) and have earned a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) in undergraduate study. FIU university's code is: 5206.
  New GRE scoring scale:
  http://gradschool.fiu.edu/Cal_Min_Admissions_From_New_GRE_Exam.html
• Resume

• Statement of purpose
  There is not a minimum or maximum word or page count. The document should outline your professional goals and objectives in pursuing this graduate degree.

• Two professional letters of recommendation (optional but will strengthen/support your application).

• Proof of US residency/citizenship

• Florida Residency Form along with two proofs of ID confirming you maintained residence in Florida for the past 12 months: http://gradschool.fiu.edu/downloads/fl_residency.pdf

International applicants and applicants who did not obtain a degree in the U.S. should submit all of the documents above and in addition, those listed below.

• If official transcript(s) is not in English, a second copy of the transcript must be requested from previously attended institution(s) for translation by an official translation agency. The official translation as well as the requested official copy of the transcript(s) must be submitted.

• Official TOEFL score (minimum score is 550 on the paper-based, 213 on the computer-based, or 80 on the internet based test) or official IELTS score (minimum score is 6.5). The official score must be sent directly by Educational Testing Service (ETS).  FIU’s university code is: 5206.

• Submit a completed and signed Declaration of Finances (DCF) form.  Please note that the minimum amount in the DCF must be at least $65,000 for 2012-2013 academic year.

• Bank letter has to reflect $65,000.

• Sponsor letter (if applicable).

****Only those applicants who have submitted complete application packets will be considered. Meeting the minimum requirements is not a guarantee of admissions.

The MSHI&MS program is accepting applications for Fall 2013. The deadline to submit an online application, supporting academic credentials and appropriate test scores is March 1, 2013. We encourage interested applicants to apply early because class size is limited to 35 students.

In-state tuition for the MSHI&MS program is $37,500 and out-of-state tuition is approximately $41,000. 

All fees are subject to change.

To receive financial assistance you must be fully admitted to an FIU degree program.

To receive need-based assistance you must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Completing the FAFSA correctly and submitting any requested document(s) by the annual priority deadline date, March 1st, increases your potential to receive the maximum financial aid for which you are eligible.

FIU'S INSTITUTION CODE: 009635

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LOAN ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility/Requirements  
Recipients of federal loans must meet the following criteria:

• Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Application for each academic year
• Demonstrate financial need;
• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;
• Be registered with Selective Service, if required;
• Admitted to a degree seeking program or an eligible certificate program;
• Be enrolled at least half time (6 credits/undergraduates-5 credits/graduates) when loan proceeds are received;
• Not be in default on a previous student loan or owe a repayment on a previous federal financial aid award received at any institution;
• Applicant can not have an adverse credit history (for Graduate Plus loans only).

Additional requirements may apply depending on the aid programs awarded to you.  

LOAN OPTIONS

Loan Types:

Subsidized – is awarded to student’s demonstrating a financial need as determined by the federal processor as a result of your FAFSA application.  Your loan eligibility is also based on your academic level (see chart below).  Interest payments on this loan is subsidized (you are not charged interest) by the federal government while you are in school or during authorized periods of deferments.  You begin repayment six months after you graduate or stop attending at least half-time.

Unsubsidized – a student does not have to demonstrate financial need to receive this loan.  You may borrow the cost of attendance minus all financial aid awarded and based on your academic level (see chart below).  Interest payments on this loan are not subsidized by the government. You can choose to pay the interest while you are enrolled fulltime or it can be accrued and added to the part of the principal of the loan that you owe.  You begin repayment six months after you graduate or stop attending at least half-time.

Graduate Plus - Graduate students are now eligible to borrow under the PLUS loan program up to their cost of attendance minus other estimated financial assistance.  Students need to first apply with the Department of Education to initiate the loan application process; the terms and conditions applicable to Parent Plus Loans also apply to Graduate Plus Loans.  All Graduate Plus Loans are awarded to all graduate students who meet the eligibility requirement upon receipt of your financial aid award letter for each academic year.  This loan is a credit-worthiness loan which will require a credit history approval.  Interest Payments on this loan are not subsidized by the government.

Graduate Need Grant - awards based on financial need which do not have to be repaid.

• To be eligible applicant must have an EFC between 0 – 7500
• Must complete FAFSA by March 1st priority deadline