{"id":3560,"date":"2025-05-16T10:35:18","date_gmt":"2025-05-16T14:35:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/online\/?post_type=bu-program-page&p=3560"},"modified":"2026-07-10T09:28:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T13:28:34","slug":"ms-computer-information-systems-health-informatics-concentration","status":"publish","type":"bu-program-page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/online\/degrees-certificates\/computer-information-systems\/ms-computer-information-systems-health-informatics-concentration\/","title":{"rendered":"Online Master of Science in Computer Information Systems, Health Informatics Concentration"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Become Proficient in Healthcare IT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The MS in Computer Information Systems (MSCIS) concentration in Health Informatics exposes individuals to health electronic applications and the collection, processing, and storage of data. Graduates of this program will have a solid knowledge of data communication and computer networks as well as biomedical databases. Each of these areas includes data security and privacy components, which are essential for dealing with medical data. In addition, the foundations of health information technology and electronic health records give graduates a solid exposure to the latest medical technologies, as well as to the electronic record systems used in hospitals and other medical organizations. Students also have the opportunity to take a course that will expose them to the modern IT project management tools and techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The MSCIS is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). Completion of a CAHIIM-accredited program is required in order to be eligible to sit for professional certification exams offered through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), such as the Certified Professional in Health Informatics (CPHI\u2122) exam. Along with demonstrating a high standard of proficiency and professionalism sought by employers, AHIMA certification ensures access to valuable networking resources, opens the door to higher earning potential, and paves the way for long-term leadership opportunities in the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The MS in Computer Information Systems Concentration in Health Informatics is also available on campus in Boston. Learn More<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A total of 32 units is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students must complete the core courses and Health Informatics concentration requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n

Preparatory Labs<\/h3>
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All students are enrolled in the following free, online, non-unit preparatory labs designed to strengthen their academic foundation and serve as a key resource for the degree program. Requirements for completion are assessed during the application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n