Healthcare management usually provides students the knowledge and critical-thinking skills necessary for the management of healthcare delivery systems and health services. Managers plan, direct and coordinate medical and healthcare services. Students might find themselves in positions managing entire facilities, specific departments or a group of physicians in a medical practice.

Associate of arts programs are higher education degrees that can be completed in about two years. Many students earn an AA in order to prepare to pursue a Bachelor’s degree or to earn the qualifications needed for career advancement.