Online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Systems Engineering
Analyze healthcare delivery systems to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for process improvement.
Apply industrial and systems engineering methods to optimize healthcare workflows, operations, and resource utilization.
Develop the analytical and problem-solving skills needed to implement system-level improvements that enhance quality and efficiency in healthcare organizations.
This program is offered in partnership with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. The coursework was developed and reviewed with OLOL MDs and executives to reflect the current needs of the healthcare industry.
Our Lady of the Lake Innovation Scholarship is available!
This program is designed for professionals looking to impact healthcare innovation. Learn More
Admissions
Whether you’re returning to school or advancing your career, our admissions team is here to support you every step of the way.
Apply by
May 11, 2026
Classes begin
May 25, 2026
Admissions Requirements
Although there are no restrictions regarding the major area of study pursued in the baccalaureate program, graduates of curricula outside the program area will be required to satisfy prerequisite requirements in the program area. This prerequisite work will not carry graduate credit but is intended to satisfy deficiencies.
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited college or university or the equivalent from a foreign institution
- At least a 2.80 (on a 4.0 scale) GPA overall in their undergraduate courses and in any graduate work already completed
- Official transcripts of all previous college or university work
- Three letters of recommendation
- Professional resume
- Personal statement
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Tuition
LSU offers competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees. Plus, you may be able to save even more by transferring up to 75% of previous credits.
Tuition & Fees
- 12 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $788
- Cost per credit hour
- $9,456
- Total cost with fees
LSU Online offers several ways to help you pay for your degree including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn More.
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Our Lady of the Lake Health Innovation Scholarship
Empowering Innovators to Transform Healthcare
Are you ready to revolutionize healthcare? The Our Lady of the Lake Health Innovation Scholarship supports engineers, IT professionals, and healthcare professionals who are passionate about driving change through analytics and industrial engineering.
About the Scholarship
This opportunity is tailored for professionals pursuing LSU Online’s Healthcare Analytics or Healthcare System Engineering Graduate Certificates.
Scholarship Benefits
- Financial Support: Covers 50% of the program cost, a $4,500 award for your 12 required credit hours!
- Flexible Completion: Support provided for one calendar year.
Who Can Apply?
This program is designed for professionals looking to impact healthcare innovation:
- Engineers
- Healthcare Professionals
- Information Technology Professionals
A specific bachelor’s degree in science is not required. All you need is a passion for reshaping the healthcare landscape through advanced skills and knowledge.
How to Apply
Scholarship recipients will be chosen through a competitive application process. To apply, submit the following materials:
- Interest Summary (1 page):
Explain your motivation for pursuing this graduate certificate.- Showcase your passion, career aspirations, and how the program aligns with your goals.
- Clearly state the certificate program you intend to complete
- Resume or CV:
- Provide a detailed overview of your academic background.
- Highlight your professional accomplishments and relevant experiences that demonstrate your qualifications for this scholarship.
Submit your application package to Dr. Ben Hmida at benhmida@lsu.edu.
Important Tip: Apply early to secure funding and take the next step in advancing your career!
Financial Aid Available
LSU offers several ways to help you pay for your degree including credit for prior learning (PLA), financial aid, and veteran education benefits. Learn more ›
Academics
Students who earn an online Healthcare Systems Engineering certificate will acquire the skills and knowledge to transform healthcare systems and processes.
Courses
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
IE 4113 - Project Management |
3 |
IE 4120 - Healthcare Engineering |
3 |
IE 7361 - IE Research Methods |
3 |
IE 7850 - Quality Management |
3 |
Total Credit Hours |
12 |
What will I learn?
Topics covered in this program include:
- Project management and theory practice. Practical approach to organizing, planning, and controlling projects in information systems, healthcare, manufacturing and services
- Overview of the current healthcare system in the United States, applications of industrial engineering tools to the healthcare domain, and a review of current topics in industrial engineering in healthcare
- Analyzing industrial engineering research and improvement initiatives through planned data collection using laboratory and field studies, basic approaches to data presentation and analysis, IRB, HIPAA and other regulatory policies, and practical aspects of experiment execution
- Philosophy and concepts of quality management, organization for quality, quality cost, quality audits and corrective actions, tools and techniques for improvement
Why Choose This Program?
Why choose LSU’s online Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Systems Engineering?
As the healthcare industry rapidly grows, organizations will need experienced professionals to design and operate new healthcare systems. The online certificate in healthcare systems engineering from LSU provides you with the practical knowledge and skills to become a key part of your company and advance your career.
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Careers
As the healthcare industry rapidly grows, organizations will need experienced professionals to design and operate new healthcare systems. The online certificate in healthcare systems engineering from LSU provides you with the practical knowledge and skills to become a key part of your company and advance your career.
Career Opportunities
- Continuous Improvement Specialist
- Healthcare Manager
- Healthcare Management Engineer
- Hospital Process Engineer
- Industrial Healthcare Engineer
- Medical Manager
- Health Services Manager
