Health Systems Management
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Program Overview
This one-year health administration and systems management post-graduate program will prepare you for the fast-paced field of health information and e-health digital transformation. Health information managers and administrators play a crucial role in ensuring that decision-makers are able to make accurate decisions based on current health information data. Fanshawe is a proud partner of the Canadian College of Health Information Management (CCHIM).
Program Details
Program Code
HSY2
Credential:
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
30 weeks
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2026 January
London
Open
2026 May
London
Open
2026 September
London
Open
2027 January
London
Open
2027 May
London
Open
2025 September
London
Closed
Part Time Offerings
Start Dates
Locations
Availability
Full Time Offerings
2026 January
London
Open
2026 May
London
Open
2026 September
London
Open
2027 January
London
Open
2027 May
London
Open
2025 September
London
Closed
Your Learning Experience
Enhance your career with this specialization in health administration systems and health information management in this one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program. You’ll learn about global advancements in the use of technology in electronic patient records, automated voice transcription, digital imaging concepts, ADT (admission-discharge-transfer) systems messaging and workflow. You’ll also develop valuable skills in data analysis and the creation of dashboards.
Upon graduation, you’ll be eligible to pursue acquiring the Certified in Health Information Management (CHIM) certification, from the Canadian College of Health Information Management (CCHIM).
Graduates may also be eligible to pursue other certifications from Digital Health Canada. In addition, Digital Health Canada active members are eligible to take courses within the Health Systems Management program and earn continuing education hours toward credential renewal.
Learn more about Digital Health Canada
Laptop and technical requirements
Please note, this program requires a laptop. It is recommended that students use a PC laptop vs. a Mac laptop, as Windows is required to be able to load program-specific software. For more information on specific requirements, visit the Laptop Requirements page on the Fanshawe CONNECTED website.
Career Information
Fanshawe’s Health Systems Management program will prepare graduates to take advantage of the growing opportunities in the in-demand field of Health Information Management (HIM). Graduates can expect to be hired as the following:
- Health Information Manager - oversees and organizes patient data; complies with government legislation; connects various health care functions via IT applications
- Health Systems Manager - ensures quality assurance; assesses project feasibility and scope; gathers and analyzes data and costs
- Medical Coding Specialist - ensures accuracy in coding healthcare services, procedures, diagnoses and treatments
- Health Data Analyst - analyzes healthcare data to assist in decision making
- Record Retention Specialist - coordinates the storage and removal of medical records
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to
- Assess organizational requirements for health information system technologies (HIST) and evaluate the impact of HIST on business/clinical processes, and on health services delivery to inform and support incremental change;
- Evaluate and develop health information management practices, policies and processes to support client care, organizational goals, operations, and regulatory compliance;
- Differentiate between and among relevant local, national and global health care and health information management issues, trends, technologies and standards to support health information systems and processes;
- Ensure compliance with the legal health obligations, as well as with the professional, ethical and organizational standards that ensure privacy, security and confidentiality in the access, retention, storage, extraction, and disposal of personal health information;
- Assess and examine the completeness, accuracy, consistency, timeliness and integrity of health information throughout the management of its lifecycle;
- Work professionally, ethically and collaboratively with stakeholders and as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team, to enhance the collection, distribution, use, security and awareness of quality health information and its impact on client care;
- Utilize diverse research methodologies, theories and health information/digital health practices to support evidence-based decision-making;
- Apply principles of project management, quality improvement methods, financial management, operational planning, and quality management to support health care operational performance and effectiveness.
Academic School
Program Coordinator:
Radica Bissoondial
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
Courses
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| INFO-6057 | Health Systems Management | 4 | ||
This course explores how health systems are managed in Canada's changing and complex healthcare environment. Students will examine the governance, structure, and function of healthcare institutions, with a focus on the ethical stewardship of health information. Emphasis is placed on the secure collection, use, and disclosure of records, guided by legal, regulatory, and professional standards. Through the lens of leadership, communication, and change management, learners will engage with contemporary challenges in data quality, privacy, and system interoperability. The course fosters a deep understanding of the health information lifecycle, emphasizing the integration of policy, technology, and professional ethics. Graduates will emerge equipped to lead with integrity and insight in a data-driven, patient-centered healthcare system. | ||||
| INFO-6141 | Applied Clinical Knowledge | 3 | ||
In this course, students will develop clinical knowledge through exploration and competencies in the subject areas of Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, and Pathophysiology. Emphasis will be placed on correct spelling, pronunciation, usage as it applies to the interpretation of patient data in the health information field of practice. | ||||
| INFO-6058 | Health Systems Environments | 3 | ||
This course examines the health systems environment as a dynamic intersection of policy, practice, information, and infrastructure. Students will explore the contextual forces shaping healthcare, legal, technological, organizational, and ethical, while developing insight into the roles and competencies required of health information professionals. Emphasis is placed on the stewardship of clinical documentation, the governance of medical records, and the integration of classification systems and terminologies. Learners will engage with foundational concepts in information technology, data security, and continuity planning, while evaluating national digital health initiatives such as Canada Health Infoway and eHealth Ontario. Through applied analysis and reflective inquiry, students will cultivate the capacity to navigate and influence the evolving health environment with integrity and foresight | ||||
| INFO-6069 | Health Reporting Tools | 3 | ||
Health systems management relies on data analysis and reporting. This course focuses on the tools used to collect relevant data and to present its meaning through visual reports and interactive dashboards. Data will be extracted and manipulated using various tools and queries. Numerous statistical functions will be introduced. | ||||
| INFO-6195 | Applied Electronic Patient Management | 4 | ||
Students will gain an understanding of an electronic patient record and its relationship to Health Information and Systems Management. Students will explore, retrieve, analyze, and report on advanced elements of the electronic patient software for relative reporting requirements for fiduciary, judiciary, clinical and administrative purposes. | ||||
| HLTH-6050 | Canadian Healthcare System | 3 | ||
Focusing on the Canadian health care systems, topics include: history of healthcare in Canada; role of federal and provincial/territorial governments; government funding models; practitioners and practice settings; population health; health and the individual; law and ethics; and current and future issues. | ||||
| ACAD-6002 | Graduate Success Strategies | 1 | ||
This course presents and helps to develop some of the skills required to achieve academic and career success for graduate students. Areas of focus include college resources, study skills, and time management among other skills. The importance of Academic Integrity will be a main focus. | ||||
Tuition Summary
London
[1] Total program costs are approximate and subject to change. They do not include additional fees such as the health and dental plan, bus pass, or general expenses. Learn more about ancillary and additional fees.