Health Policy Minor
The Health Policy minor offers students a strong foundation in the economic, political, and structural forces shaping healthcare in the United minorStates and globally. Designed to complement majors such as public health, nursing, social work, public policy, and business, this interdisciplinary minor prepares students to analyze healthcare systems, assess health interventions, and influence policy outcomes.
Students will develop essential skills in policy analysis, health economics, data interpretation, and decision-making—all of which are crucial for emerging roles such as health policy analyst, program evaluator, advocate, or health services manager. Emphasis is placed on preparing students to lead and influence in both public and private healthcare settings.
With healthcare continuing to expand and diversify, this minor equips students with adaptable, career-ready skills for a variety of paths, from policy advocacy to administration. The required internship during the capstone course ensures that students graduate with practical experience and professional connections in the field.
Open to students in both the College for Women and the College for Adults, the Health Policy minor empowers future leaders to use their analytical, communication, and leadership skills to advance equity and effectiveness in healthcare systems.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Course | ||
| ECON 3250 | Healthcare Economics | 4 |
| Choose one from the following: | ||
| ECON 1120 | Economics of Social Issues | 4 |
| ECON 2610 | Principles of Microeconomics | 4 |
| ECON 2620 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 4 |
| Choose two elective courses: | ||
| ECON 3050 | Quantitative Impact Evaluation: Applied Research Skills | 4 |
| ECON 3650 | Cost-Benefit Analysis | 4 |
| ECON 4150 | Econometrics | 4 |
| HLTH 2050 | Foundations in Public Health | 4 |
| MGMT 3850 | Healthcare Policy | 4 |
| POSC 3070 | Public Policy | 4 |
| SOWK 3910 | Social Policy for Social Change | 4 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |