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Master Leadership Skills That Open Doors
Every business needs strong leadership. With concentrations in Allied Health Management and Operations Management, students have the choice to build a versatile skill set that can be applied to any industry or narrow their expertise to the healthcare field.
- Award: Bachelor of Science degree
- Program length: 19 months*
- Course Type: Online courses
* The approved length of both concentrations is 120 total credits and 34 months. The Allied Health Management and Operations Management concentrations are fully distance education programs offered at the Chesapeake campus. This includes 60 credits accepted as transfer credits and the above 60 credits taught 100% online.
Choose Your Concentration
Business Training
Operations Management
This path prepares you for managerial or supervisory roles in any industry.
Build the leadership and organizational skills to manage teams and keep workplaces running smoothly. Whether you want to lead teams, streamline operations, or take on greater responsibility in your workplace, the Operations Management concentration helps you build the leadership skills to thrive in any industry.
Career Opportunities Await
After successfully completing our Operations Management concentration, graduates are eligible to pursue managerial or supervisory work in various industries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), management occupations are projected to have about 1.1 million openings nationwide each year from 2024 to 2034.
Health Science Training
Allied Health Management
This path prepares you for managerial or supervisory roles in healthcare.
If you’re passionate about healthcare and want to move into leadership, the Allied Health Management concentration positions you for success. You’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to oversee medical practices, support providers and patients, and grow your career in one of today’s fastest-growing industries.
Career Opportunities Await
After successfully completing our Allied Health Management program, graduates are eligible to pursue managerial or supervisory work in the healthcare industry. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for medical and health services managers is projected to skyrocket between 2024 and 2034 with about 62,100 openings available each year across the nation.
Program Duration and Content: Your Roadmap to a Career in leadership
Operations Management Concentration
Allied Health Management Concentration
Operations Management Concentration
Course Name: Marketing Approaches in the 21st Century
From the ads in your feed to the products on your shelves, marketing can be found everywhere. Approaches in the 21st Century shows you how it all comes together.Topics covered include:
- Consumer behavior
- Branding
- Pricing strategies
- Marketing plan creation and more
Course Name: Economic Principles
Economic Principles takes big-picture ideas about money, markets, and policy and shows you how they shape everyday life. You’ll explore why prices rise and fall, how governments use tools like taxes and interest rates to steer the economy, and what concepts like supply and demand or opportunity cost really mean in action.Topics covered include:
- Supply and demand in real-world markets
- Government fiscal and monetary policies
- Price levels, employment, and inflation
- Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and the banking system
Course Name: Project Management
Project Management is all about turning big ideas into reality. In this course, you’ll learn what makes a project tick and how to keep things on track when challenges pop up.Topics covered include:
- Building and managing project plans
- Tracking progress and troubleshooting issues
- Budgeting and resource allocation
- Leading projects with confidence and adaptability
Course Name: Quantitative Analysis
Quantitative Analysis is where data meets decision-making. In this course, you’ll learn how managers turn numbers into actionable strategies.Topics covered include:
- Probability and statistical tools for decision-making
- Forecasting and inventory management
- Quality control and process improvement
- Turning raw data into clear, usable insights
Allied Health Management Concentration
Course Name: Strategic Management
Strategic Management is about seeing the big picture and steering organizations toward success. You’ll explore how companies gain a competitive edge, adapt to global challenges, and put strategies into action.Topics covered include:
- Internal and external business environment analysis
- Strategy implementation and innovation
- Global considerations and competitive advantage
- Ethical leadership and risk management
Course Name: The Healthcare Industry
This course highlights how healthcare has evolved and where it’s headed. You’ll explore how hospitals, clinics, and medical offices operate, and how policies, economics, and politics shape the way care is delivered.Topics covered include:
- Structure and functions of healthcare organizations
- Healthcare law, ethics, and regulations
- Financing and insurance models in healthcare
- Using data to understand current policies and trends
Course Name: Healthcare Management
Put yourself in the shoes of a leader in today’s healthcare system. You’ll learn how managers navigate legal requirements like HIPAA and OSHA, while also balancing the needs of patients, families, and providers.Topics covered include:
- Performance improvement and evaluation
- Risk management and patient safety
- Leading and managing a diverse workforce
- Governance and ethical decision-making
Course Name: Intro to Community Health
This course explores how the health of a community is shaped by the people, environments, and systems around it. You’ll look at how behavior, policy, and economics influence wellness as well as how leaders can step in to promote health and prevent disease.Topics covered include:
- The role of policy and economics in community health
- How leaders influence prevention and wellness initiatives
- Methods communities use to set and prioritize health needs
- Major challenges facing the U.S. healthcare system
Financial Aid: Your Ticket to Affordable Education
Money can be a big concern when it comes to getting an education, but we’re here to help. We offer financial assistance programs for those who qualify.
Before you take that next step of enrolling, we strongly recommend first scheduling a meeting with one of our Financial Aid Advisors. They will guide you through all the different financial aid options available. Plus, they’ll lend a hand in filling out your application.
Career Support: Navigating Your Path to Success
We want to see you succeed after graduation. Our Career Services Department is here to lend a hand to current students and graduates in need of job placement support. The department provides services like resume writing, polishing up your interviewing skills, and guiding you through your job search.
A New Start Is Closer Than You Think
Whether you’re ready for a change or just getting started, Centura’s Operations Management and Allied Health Management concentrations offer a fresh path forward. With focused, hands-on training and no prior experience required, you can gain the confidence and skills to step into a career that keeps communities powered and connected.
Explore Centura Chesapeake Campus
The Operations Management and Allied Health Management concentrations are offered at our campus in Chesapeake, Virginia. The campus consists of a 27,000-square-foot facility across two buildings with various amenities, including Wi-Fi, computer labs, lecture halls, and specialized labs for hands-on training. Centura College has a long history of career training since 1969, committed to providing students with educational tools and support.
Enroll with Ease: Here’s How to Begin Your Managerial Journey
*Applicants must meet admission requirements. Acceptance into the program is not guaranteed.
Admissions Requirements
To enroll, students must meet Centura’s basic requirements, including:
- Be 18 or older or have an approved cosigner if under 18
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Have a government-issued photo ID such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport
