Capstone Experiences Overview: HIA Program

CAPSTONE experiences

CHOOSE YOUR OWN PATHWAY
All students enrolled in the HIAN program must complete a capstone experience to graduate. We offer two distinct pathways tailored to different career goals and learning preferences. Whether you’re seeking professional industry experience, pursuing advanced research, or both, we have a path that fits your goals. Each capstone experience allows you to apply your skills in real-world environments.
Select the pathway that aligns with your career aspirations and academic interests.

Practicum: HCIP 6250 Problem-Solving in Healthcare Analytics

  • Course Code: HCIP 6250
  • Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
  • Duration: One Semester 
  • Focus: Team and project-based experience with real-world health analytical problems
  • Timing: Traditionally, students complete the Internship in their final semester.
  • Description: A project-based, applied learning course designed for students seeking hands-on experience in data science and health analytics through small team projects. Students identify and solve real-world, data-driven problems, potentially in collaboration with industry or community partners, with guidance or project assignments from the instructor. The course should only be taken in the final semester.
practicum pathway

Internship: HCIP 6400 Health Informatics and Analytics Internship

  • Course Code: HCIP 6400
  • Credit Hours: 3 Credit Hours
  • Duration: One Semester
  • Focus: Industry/Community Experience
  • Timing: Traditionally, students complete the Internship in their final semester. Students must have completed at least 12 credit hours.
  • Description: The internship provides students with professional, real-world experience applying data science and health analytics skills in industry or community settings. This 3-credit-hour capstone requires students to secure an approved project and mentor, submit a formal proposal, and typically complete the internship during their final semester.
internship pathway