Program Overview
The Master of Public Health provides advanced training in public health research, policy development, program evaluation, and global health leadership. Students develop expertise in epidemiological methods, biostatistical analysis, health systems management, and evidence-based policy making. The program emphasizes leadership, research skills, and strategic thinking for addressing complex public health challenges. Graduates are prepared to lead health departments, direct health programs, conduct applied research, and influence health policy at local, national, and international levels.
To develop public health leaders who can design and evaluate health interventions, conduct rigorous research, develop evidence-based policies, and lead initiatives to improve population health outcomes and reduce health disparities globally.
- Total Credit Hours: 45
- Core Courses: 30 credit hours
- Concentration/Electives: 12 credit hours
- Capstone/Thesis: 3 credit hours
- Delivery: 100% Online
- Duration: 12-24 months
- Format: Asynchronous with research components
Program Educational Objectives
Within 3-5 years of graduation, MPH graduates will:
- Hold leadership positions in public health organizations or agencies
- Design and evaluate comprehensive public health programs
- Conduct applied public health research and program evaluation
- Develop health policies based on epidemiological evidence
- Lead interdisciplinary teams addressing population health challenges
- Contribute to reducing health disparities and improving health equity
- Contribute to reducing health disparities and improving health equity
Program Curriculum
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
Core Courses (30 Credit Hours) | ||
MPH 601 | Advanced Epidemiology | 3 |
MPH 610 | Biostatistics and Data Analysis | 3 |
MPH 620 | Environmental Health Policy | 3 |
MPH 630 | Social and Behavioral Health Theory | 3 |
MPH 640 | Health Policy and Advocacy | 3 |
MPH 650 | Health Systems Management | 3 |
MPH 660 | Global Health Systems | 3 |
MPH 670 | Program Evaluation Methods | 3 |
MPH 680 | Public Health Leadership | 3 |
MPH 685 | Public Health Research Methods | 3 |
Concentration/Electives (12 Credit Hours) | ||
MPH 710 | Health Informatics and Technology | 3 |
MPH 720 | Climate Change and Health | 3 |
MPH 730 | Health Economics and Finance | 3 |
MPH 740 | Disaster Preparedness and Response | 3 |
Capstone/Thesis (3 Credit Hours) | ||
MPH 799 | Applied Public Health Research Project | 3 |