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Introduction to the Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health

The Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health offers a comprehensive range of academic programs designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the field of public health.

Master's Degrees

The school offers several master's degree programs, including:

• Master of Health Administration
• Master of Public Health
• Master of Science in Biostatistics
• Master of Science in Global Health and Sustainable Development
• Dual & Joint Degrees
• Scholars Program

MPH with Health Policy and Management Concentration Curriculum

The MPH with Health Policy and Management concentration curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of health policy and management. The program requires a total of 45 credits, including:

Core Courses (18 credits)

• PBHL-P 510 Introduction to Public Health (3 credits)
• PBHL-P 500 Social and Behavioral Science in Public Health (3 credits)
• PBHL-P 551 Biostatistics for Public Health (3 credits)
• PBHL-P 519 Env't Science in Public Health (3 credits)
• PBHL-P 517 Fundamentals of Epidemiology (3 credits)
• PBHL-P 504 U.S. Healthcare Sys. & Health Policy (3 credits)

Concentration Courses (12 credits)

• PBHL-H 611 Policy Design, Implementation & Management (3 credits)
• PBHL-H 624 Developing Strategic Capabilities (3 credits)
• PBHL-H 619 Financial Management for Public Health Organizations (3 credits)
• PBHL-H 628 Healthcare Information Systems (3 credits)

Elective Courses (9 credits)

• PBHL-A 641 Global Health & Sustainable Development (3 credits)
• PBHL-A 664 Introduction to Global Health Diplomacy
• PBHL-A 668 Global Health Policy Analysis
• PBHL-B 552 Fundamentals of Data Management (3 credits)
• PBHL-B 581 Introduction to Computing (3 credits)
• PBHL-B 582 Introduction to Clinical Trials (3 credits)
• PBHL-E 609 Infectious Disease Epidemiology (3 credits)
• PBHL-E 618 Global Cancer Epidemiology (3 credits)
• PBHL-E 645 Information Exchange for Population Health (3 credits)
• PBHL-H 531 Pop. Health and Value-based Care (3 credits)
• PBHL-H 613 Emergency Preparedness (3 credits)
• PBHL-H 658 Research Concepts in Health Policy & Management (3 credits)
• PBHL-S 620 Stress and Population Health: A biopsychosocial exploration (3 credits)
• PBHL-S 625 Applied Public Health Campaigns (3 credits)
• PBHL-S 630 Global Maternal and Child Health (3 credits)

Practical Experience Courses (5 credits)

• PBHL-P 602 Internship (2 credits)
• PBHL-P 705 MPH Capstone Experience (3 credits)

Certified in Public Health Exam (1 credit)

• PBHL-P 508 CPH Exam Review Course (1 credit)

Doctoral Degrees & Minors

The school also offers doctoral degree programs, including:

• PhD in Biostatistics
• PhD in Epidemiology
• PhD in Health Policy Management
• DrPH in Global Health Leadership
• Doctoral Minors

Certificates

The school offers various certificate programs, including:

Career Development & Internships

The school provides career development and internship opportunities to help students gain practical experience in the field of public health.

Study Abroad

The school offers study abroad programs, allowing students to gain international experience and perspectives in public health.

Student Organizations

The school has various student organizations, including:

• Undergraduate Student Association
• MHA Student Government
• MPH Graduate Student Association
• The Public Health Corps
• Delta Omega
• Eta Sigma Gamma
• Upsilon Phi Delta
• AcademyHealth Student Chapter

Research

The school is involved in various research areas, including:

• Research Impact
• Center for Health Policy
• Center for Public Health Practice
• IU Indianapolis ECHO Center
• Diabetes Impact Project
• CHEER
• Public Health Funding
• Publications

Global Engagement

The school has global academic programs, global internships, and global affiliations and partnerships, providing students with opportunities to engage in global public health initiatives.

News & Events

The school hosts various news and events, including conferences, seminars, and workshops, to keep students and faculty informed about the latest developments in public health.