Program Description
Operational Excellence (OpX) is the academic and professional field focused on developing and implementing evidence-based performance improvement methodologies needed to promote value and efficiency in healthcare. OpX professionals lead healthcare transformation by focusing on eliminating waste and improving system performance.
Advanced Practice Certificate (APC)
The Advanced Practice Certificates focus on building knowledge and skills in operational excellence. The primary audiences include: health professions students, medical residents and fellows, clinical faculty, and healthcare professionals interested in moving into administrative roles. Students have the choice of earning the APC in:
- Operational Excellence
- Operational Excellence Education
Curriculum: Operational Excellence, 1 year, 9 credits
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Practice Certificate | ||
| HQS 500 | Intro Healthcare Qual & Safety | 3 |
| OPX 520 | Change Management | 3 |
| OPX 532 | Project Management Essentials | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Curriculum: Operational Excellence Education, 1 year, 9 credits
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Practice Certificate | ||
| OPX 520 | Change Management | 3 |
| OPX 532 | Project Management Essentials | 3 |
| OPX 516 | Teaching Operational Excellenc | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |