| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-08-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Global Health (MGH) program provides a comprehensive online or blended degree that prepares students for diverse roles in global health. The curriculum covers topics such as global health fundamentals, comparative health systems, and research methodologies. Graduates are equipped with a global perspective and skills in critical thinking, research, and interprofessional collaboration, enabling them to address complex health issues in underserved communities worldwide.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Global Health (MGH) program offers a fully online or blended degree option. The program aims to prepare students for various health-focused roles in the global community, including clinicians, researchers, managers, developers, and policy consultants. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the factors shaping health and healthcare worldwide and the importance of interprofessional collaboration in developing community-based solutions for underserved and resource-poor communities.
Outline:
The MGH program consists of 36 credit hours of coursework, which can be completed in as little as 18 months or on a part-time basis. The program's curriculum covers a range of topics, including:
- Fundamentals of Global Health
- Globalization and Health
- Comparative Health Systems
- Secondary Data Analysis in Global Health
- Public Sector Program Evaluation
- GH Research and Service
- Scholarly Project Students can choose electives from the following areas:
- African Studies
- Communication and Development Studies
- International Development Studies
- Latin American Studies
- Linguistics
- Modern Languages
- Nursing
- Political Science
- Public Health
- Public Administration
Assessment:
The assessment methods used in the MGH program may include:
- Class participation
- Quizzes
- Exams
- Research papers
- Presentations
- Scholarly projects
Teaching:
The MGH program is taught by a diverse faculty with global health research and practice experience. The program emphasizes critical thinking, research methodologies, and the development of a global perspective to address complex issues in resource-poor regions.
Careers:
Graduates of the MGH program will be prepared for a wide range of career opportunities in global health, including:
- Health policy and advocacy
- Program management and implementation
- Research and evaluation
- Clinical care
- Community development
- Education and training