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B.HIM. Health Information Management
B.HIM. Health Information Management is a 400-level undergraduate programme for direct entry with ND and 300-level for a direct entry with HND. B.HIM. is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage health information systems. The programme provides a comprehensive overview of medical coding, health care technology, health informatics, and medical records management. Students also learn about medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health care law and ethics, and health care data analysis. Through this programme, students gain the necessary skills to develop, maintain, and protect health information records. Upon completion of the programme, students are prepared to pursue a career in the field of health information management.
- Bachelor's Programmes
- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
- Online / Blended
- 10 Semesters
At a Glance
Programme Quick Facts
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Bachelor's Programmes
Duration
10 Semesters
Study Mode
Online / Blended Learning
Faculty
Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
Programme Overview
B.HIM. Health Information Management is a 400-level undergraduate programme for direct entry with ND and 300-level for a direct entry with HND. B.HIM. is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage health information systems. The programme provides a comprehensive overview of medical coding, health care technology, health informatics, and medical records management. Students also learn about medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health care law and ethics, and health care data analysis. Through this programme, students gain the necessary skills to develop, maintain, and protect health information records. Upon completion of the programme, students are prepared to pursue a career in the field of health information management.
Programme Objectives
The Bachelor Degree Programme in Health Information Management (B.HIM) is designed to foster the development of professional Health Information Management practice in Nigeria and beyond, and to provide candidates with high level of intellectual and professional skills that will enable them function effectively in the society. Specifically, the programme is intended to:
- Provide prospective Health Information Management Officers with the intellectual and professional background adequate for their assignments and to make them adaptable to any changing situations within the health care industry;
- Provide high skilled manpower for leadership positions in Nigerian Health Industry and beyond;
- Produce highly qualified and motivated personnel for the Information management industry;
- Expose the students to variety of Health Information and health problems and to encourage them develop spirit of understanding and control; and
- Produce highly creative and innovative Health Information Management personnel for self-employment in Nigeria and elsewhere.
Admission Requirements
Entry Criteria
Admission into Iconic University for bachelor’s degree does not require JAMB result, but candidates will be asked to get a JAMB regularisation number upon successful admission in order to be used for his/her NYSC at the time of graduation.
**200 Level **
Candidate to be admitted at 200 level must have completed professional diploma or National Diploma (ND) in Health Information Management at the Colleges of Health Science and Technology in Nigeria or its equivalent. In addition, candidates are expected to have basic entry requirements of credit in five (5) subjects (Mathematics, English, Biology, Physics and Chemistry) at not more than two sittings.
300 Level
Candidate to be admitted at 300 level must have completed Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health Information Management at the Colleges of Health Science and Technology in Nigeria or its equivalent. In addition, candidates are expected to have basic entry requirements of credit in five (5) subjects (Mathematics, English, Biology, Physics and Chemistry) at not more than two sittings.
Note: Only certificates recognized by the Senate of Iconic University will be granted admissions.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme are prepared for roles including:
Careers in B.HIM. Health Information Management are varied and exciting. Health Information Records professionals are in high demand due to the growth of the healthcare industry. These professionals work in hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities to manage patient’s records and ensure accuracy. They are responsible for collecting, analysing, and maintaining patient information and ensuring that it is up to date. They also review patient records for accuracy and completeness and work with other healthcare professionals to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations. Health Information Records professionals also develop and implement policies and procedures to improve the quality of patient care. They are also responsible for the security and confidentiality of patient’s information. These professionals must possess excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as a strong background in medical terminology. A bachelor degree in Health Information Management is a great way to enter this field, and those who have obtained their degree have excellent job prospects.
21st Century Skills
- Collaboration and team work
- Creativity and imagination
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Information Literacy
- Leadership
- Civic literacy and citizenship
- Social responsibility
- Technology literacy
- Initiative
Programme Fees
Tuition and payment
Iconic University charges modest fees that gives learner the opportunity to pay registration fee per semester only. Nigerian candidates who living in Nigeria and are seeking for admission will pay an application fee of N10,000 only, other International candidates as well as Nigerians in diaspora will pay $30 equivalent rate to the currency of the country they live.
Semester Fees:
Semester Fees for students living outside Nigeria are charged based on the human development index (HDI) of country of residence.
How your fees are calculated
Fees are categorised into:
- 01Nigerians Living in Nigeria only
- N135,000 (payment of practical/practicum/SIWES/project courses or hardcopy course materials is exclusive)
- 02Anyone living in Very High Development Countries (International Students)
- $750 or equivalent
- 03Anyone living in High Development Countries (International Students)
- $600 or equivalent
- 04Anyone living in Medium Development Countries (International Students)
- $500 or equivalent
- 05Anyone living in Low Development Countries (International Students)
- $400 or equivalent
- 06Anyone living in “other countries” (International Students)
- $350 or equivalent
Helpful resources
Note: The university operates a non-refundable policy on application fee, registration fee and all other fees paid for products and services of the university whether or not students participated in the programmes.
The Iconic Advantage
Why Study at Iconic Open University
Flexible Online Learning
Study at your own pace from anywhere in the world through our digital-first delivery model.
AI-Enhanced iCampus
Access course materials, assessments, and academic support through our intelligent learning platform.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Programmes designed with input from industry leaders to ensure workplace readiness.
Nationwide Study Centres
Exam and study centres across Nigeria for in-person support and assessments.
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