HSM-201: Healthcare Data Analytics & Reporting provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of health statistics. The course begins with a review of essential mathematical concepts before moving into hospital-based statistics such as census, occupancy, length of stay, obstetric, neonatal, and mortality data. Students will also examine community health statistics and their role in public health planning and evaluation.

Emphasis is placed on data organization, visualization, and reporting, giving students the skills to transform raw healthcare data into meaningful insights for administrators, clinicians, and policymakers. Practical exercises guide students in creating accurate statistical reports that meet regulatory standards and support performance improvement initiatives. In addition, the course introduces research fundamentals, preparing students to analyze trends, evaluate outcomes, and contribute to evidence-based decision-making.

This course is ideal for students pursuing careers in health services management, health information, or allied health fields who want to strengthen their ability to use data as a tool for improving patient care, organizational efficiency, and community health outcomes.