The objective of the customized Master of Science (MS) degree and/or Certificate program is to provide leaders and high potential individuals with competency-based masters level coursework that prepares participants to more effectively lead organizations in the evolving landscape of public health and its expanding scope of practice.
Program Overview
Curriculum
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Introduction to Public Health
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Foundations in Design: Organizational Behavior & Change (CGS & CAGS - choice)
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Managing & Leading Public Health Organizations: Part 1 - Elements of Non-Profit Organizations (CGS & CAGS)
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Collaboration in Complex Systems (CGS & CAGS - choice)
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Managing & Leading Public Health Organizations: Part 2 - Financial Planning & Complex Budgets in Public Health (CGS & CAGS)
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Public Policy and Law (CGS & CAGS)
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Cultural Diversity in Population & Partners
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Manager's Use of Data: Evidence-Based Practice to Inform Decision Making
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Strategic & Professional Communication Skills for Successful Leaders
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Leader as Process Designer & Facilitator
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One elective (see below)
Elective Courses
Students have a choice between one of the following:
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Technology as a Tool for Innovation & Maximizing Capacity
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Consulting Skills for Leaders
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Leveraging Relationships to Advance Your Mission
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Coaching Skills
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Appreciative Inquiry
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Master of Science:
Completion of all 36 credits listed above
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies:
Eligible only to students with a master's degree
Completion of all 12 credits marked with CAGS listed above, including one of the two "choice" courses
Certificate of Graduate Studies:
Eligible only to students with a bachelor's degree
Completion of all credits (18) marked with CGS listed above, and the choice of any remaining MS PHMA course
Capstone Course
In the final semester, students take a Capstone Course, which integrates the themes and concepts they have worked on throughout the program.
Program Dates
All classes in the PHMA curriculum are held Friday and Saturday from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM or 9 AM to 6 PM. Classes will be held virtually until further notice.
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Classes will begin in September 2021. The official class schedule will be released soon. Check back here for more details!