MPH: Health Policy and Management

Full-Time Two-Year MPH in Health Policy and Management
Students admitted to the Department of Health Policy and Management (HPM) receive a common foundation in the development, implementation, and evaluation of health policies and health systems. The program also evaluates health systems to build knowledge of how national and local organizations can deliver more healthcare at a lower cost. Faculty teach and train students to become leaders in various sectors, including government, nonprofits, hospitals, and the insurance industry.

Competencies

Upon graduation, MPH students in Health Policy and Management are able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Assess issues related to healthcare quality, access, cost, and equity using economic methods, organizational theory, and policy analysis. 
• Evaluate the fiscal performance and sustainability of an organization using financial analysis and accounting and budgeting principles.
• Apply economic concepts and theories to inform health policy development and management decision-making at the microeconomic and macroeconomic levels.
• Apply fundamental principles of research methods and data management to develop and synthesize research questions in health policy and management. 
• Manage projects and report outcomes that advance an organization’s mission while continuing to develop professional responsibility and self-awareness.