Online Master of Science in Health Informatics and Analytics

Innovate Higher Standards for the Delivery of Health Care

Lifelong Learning for a Lifetime of Success

Health care is one of the largest and most in-demand industries, and the field of health informatics is no exception. In fact, health informatics specialist employment is projected to grow as much as 10% from 2020 to 2030.1 Now, Drake University offers a convenient way for you to meet this demand with the online Master of Science in Health Informatics and Analytics degree program.

Drake designed the online MS in Health Informatics and Analytics program for professionals seeking the expertise needed to thrive as innovative health care practitioners and administrators. Take classes that focus on solutions to biomedical and health information challenges, enabling you to harness big data to improve health care delivery.

Throughout the online master’s in health informatics and analytics program, you’ll learn from dedicated faculty with experience as health care leaders. Tap into their guidance and mentorship to access career paths in the rapidly growing health informatics field.

Drake University’s online degree programs prepare students for meaningful lives, professional accomplishments, and responsible global citizenship. You’ll engage in a collaborative learning experience, connecting with expert faculty and other ambitious students while seeking a credential distinguished by Drake’s tradition of excellence.

100% Online Courses

No GMAT or GRE Required

Finish in 2 to 3 Years

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Cutting-Edge Curriculum in a Convenient Format

Drake’s online MS in Health Informatics and Analytics program prepares you to mine and analyze big health data to address clinical challenges. We offer asynchronous courses, so you can study when and where it works best for you.

The online master’s in health informatics and analytics program includes 10 courses, including:

Gain an understanding of the roles of information technology, information management, and analytics within health care organizations.

Explore the concepts and technologies behind how organizations manage, apply, and visualize complex data.

Learn statistical methods for analyzing and displaying data while exploring concepts that enable you to harness model assessments and diagnostics.

Get an introduction to health law, emphasizing patient rights, facility responsibilities, and other concepts that health care administrators must know.

Experience Drake’s Excellence and Value in a Flexible Format

Discover the excellence found on Drake University’s campus, offered in a convenient format that lets you study wherever you choose. With Drake University’s online degree programs, you’ll take classes on a flexible schedule, completing your program at a pace you can control. Plus, learn from the same faculty as our on-campus students, getting mentorship and guidance that makes a difference for a lifetime.

Excel in a Fast-Paced, Rewarding Field

The online Master of Science in Health Informatics and Analytics program equips you with the expertise needed to work in important informatics and data analysis roles. These roles are in high demand and offer rewarding salaries.

In-Demand Health Informatics Roles

  1. Director of Medical Information: $159,439 per year2
  2. Informatics Pharmacist: $118,567 per year3
  3. Healthcare IT Project Manager: $115,491 per year4
  4. Clinical Informatics Analyst: $92,059 per year5
  5. Informatics Nurse: $83,746 per year6
“Seeing as this new program directly relates to not only my personal interest in technology and data but also my career choice as a pharmacy informaticist, it didn’t take much convincing for me to pursue it. The development of this program makes me feel like Drake recognizes the changes in health care with its shift to big data and wants to prepare its students for that world. I feel like this degree will prepare me for the changing landscapes and keep me at the forefront of that innovation!”
– Joshua Hart, (P2) PharmD Candidate 2022

Fuel Your Personal and Professional Growth

Founded in 1881, Drake University has provided exceptional learning experiences for more than 130 years. Recognized as one of the Midwest’s finest institutions of higher learning, Drake offers online degree programs known for prestige, flexibility, and value.

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Sources

  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars.” Retrieved on Jan. 11, 2023, from https://bls.gov/.
  2. Medical Records Information Director Salary. Salary.com. Retrieved December 6, 2023, from https://www.salary.com/.
  3. Salary: Informatics Pharmacist in United States 2023. Glassdoor. Retrieved December 6, 2023, from https://www.glassdoor.com/.
  4. Healthcare IT Project Manager Salary. Salary.com. Retrieved December 6, 2023, from https://www.salary.com/.
  5. Salary: Clinical Informatics Analyst in United States 2023. Glassdoor. Retrieved December 6, 2023, from https://www.glassdoor.com/.
  6. Informatics Nurse Salary in 2023. Payscale.com. Retrieved December 6, 2023, from https://www.payscale.com/.