BABA General Studies spotlight: Health administration specialization

The Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration General Studies program allows students in the Warrington College of Business to pursue a business degree while focusing on an additional field of interest. With 80 specializations to choose from, this program allows students to build a personalized skill set for their career. 

The health administration specialization teaches students how to effectively oversee departments, units and larger entities in the healthcare industry. Housed in the College of Public Health and Health Professions, this specialization gives students an industry-specific foundation of finance, management, strategy, human resources and information technology. 

Sofia Triana, Jordyn Klein, and Shelby Bercoon are three students who have leveraged their specialization and Warrington’s resources to pursue administrative careers in health. Read how these students emphasize their passion for healthcare throughout their business studies. 

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Sofia Triana, BABA ‘26, MS ISOM ‘27

Sofia Triana (BABA ‘26, MS IOSM ‘27) desired flexibility within her business degree to explore different areas. 

After working in a medical spa, Triana saw firsthand how technology and operations can directly improve patient experiences. 

“It showed me how business principles can directly impact healthcare delivery, which really motivated me to pursue this path,” she said. 

Not only has Warrington allowed her to combine analytical skills with real-world impact, but it has also given her many opportunities for networking and mentorship. 

“Through my involvement with the Business Undergraduate Mentorship Program (BUMP), I was able to make a large school feel much smaller by building meaningful connections with peers and mentors who guided me professionally,” she said. “Those relationships helped me get more involved on campus and grow both personally and professionally within my specialization.” 

In the future, Triana plans to work in healthcare consulting or administration. In leadership roles in these fields, she aspires to shape more accessible and effective healthcare systems through data and technology. 

She encourages her peers to connect their specialization to broader skill sets, such as data or technology, to stand out and maximize impact in a technological world.  

“I believe that everything happens for a reason and that rejection is often just redirection toward something better,” she said. “That mindset helped me stay resilient and open to new opportunities, even when things don’t go as originally planned.”

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Jordyn Klein, BABA ‘26

Jordyn Klein (BABA ‘26) always knew she wanted to work in healthcare. Taking after her father, she was specifically drawn to health administration. 

“I chose to pursue a degree in business at UF because of the strong balance between academics, leadership and real-world experience,” Klein said. “The Warrington College of Business stood out to me as it emphasizes applying what you learn in class through extracurriculars and internships.”

Klein says Warrington has combined her love for healthcare with her love for business. 

“My involvement in the BUMP, Heavener Leadership Challenge and Heavener Second Year Experience has helped me develop communication, leadership, and teamwork skills that I will apply to the real world,” Klein said. “Overall, Warrington has supported my specialization by building up my business skillset, but also helping me grow and develop into a leader who is prepared to handle the complexities of healthcare.” 

Focused on her specialization, Klein is also a member of the Health Administration Student Association and holds two internships with UF Health Physicians and the UF Department of Surgery. These positions have given her hands-on experience across medical education operations and hospital leadership. 

After completing an internship with Broward Health post-graduation, she plans on completing her master’s in health administration at UF. 

“Health administration feels niche, especially as a business student,” Klein said. “Keep an open mind; health administration can be extremely broad, and you never know what your calling might be.”

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Shelby Bercoon, BABA ‘26

Shelby Bercoon (BABA ‘26) volunteered at a local hospital in high school, thinking this would be the first step towards her clinical career. However, she was instantly fascinated by how the hospital functioned as a business. 

Bercoon shared that her specialization courses expanded her curiosity and taught her industry-wide knowledge. 

“The classes I took for the specialization reinstilled my excitement to pursue the industry,” Bercoon said. “I remember my first class for the specialization was about how the U.S. healthcare system works, and I never knew what learning these topics would be like within the classroom setting, but I knew I was interested.”

Within Warrington, Bercoon has participated in Warrington Welcome, BUMP, the Florida Leadership Academy and as a Career and Peer Mentor. Each of these opportunities for growth and mentorship has allowed her to share her experience with other students while being guided herself to explore future opportunities. 

Bercoon has also used her coursework in internships at Jackson and Coker, a healthcare provider staffing agency, and Emory Healthcare, Atlanta’s top hospital. This summer, she will be interning with Parallon HCA Healthcare, one of the largest for-profit healthcare systems in the United States.

Bercoon intends to continue her education at UF with a master’s in health administration. She hopes to run a hospital one day. 

“It is easy to get caught up in what everyone else is on track to pursue within the business school, but remembering your passion for pursuing this specialization will always keep you grounded and fuel you for the future,” Bercoon said. “Don’t lose sight of your why!”