About Biomedical Informatics
Why Biomedical Informatics (BMI)?
As the healthcare industry experiences continual growth and innovation, the U.S. Department of Labor projects a critical need for professionals who can understand the languages, protocols, regulations, tools, methods and techniques of healthcare systems, bioscience and information technology. This is the role of a biomedical informatics degree holder. New healthcare information systems, including a federal government mandate to establish electronic healthcare record capability in the next 10 years, and biotechnology advances, such as healthcare applications of genomics and computer-aided drug development, are creating new careers in healthcare, medical, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Biomedical informatics professionals apply information technology to create and maintain medical and clinical records, and to archive and analyze biological databanks. When you earn your bachelor's degree in Biomedical Informatics from DeVry - in just 3 years! - you'll be prepared for a fascinating professional career in a rapidly growing industry.
Why DeVry for Biomedical Informatics?
For students seeking the most comprehensive, hands-on and career-oriented biomedical informatics degree program, DeVry will give you the best advantage. Here's why:
- Recognized leader. A leader in technology-based business education for over 75 years, DeVry combines healthcare informatics and bioinformatics to prepare you for high-demand, high-paying careers in the field.
- Employer approved. DeVry works with healthcare industry leaders to design programs that produce graduates who meet their needs. Plus, our BMI degree holders have more of the communications and teamwork skills that are critical to working in a healthcare environment.
- Learn-by-doing methodology. As a Biomedical Informatics student at DeVry, you will receive a strong grounding in applied bioinformatics programming, preparing you for current challenges in healthcare informatics and future applications of genetics.
- Career advancement. Take your career to the next level with a master's degree in business administration from DeVry's Keller Graduate School with a focus in health services. Continuing education in the field allows you to keep up with changes in technology and earn a valuable credential for entering management-level positions.
