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PhD in Health Policy and Management

The doctoral program in Health Policy and Management (HPM) is designed to develop scholars that are able to apply theoretical frameworks from the social sciences (such as economics, political science, organizational theory and management, sociology) to address pressing health policy and management research questions. The program is purposefully interdisciplinary and seeks to prepare students for research careers in academics as well as in public and private sector agencies and organizations. Students complete courses in a broad set of health policy and management areas, biostatistics and econometrics, and a selected area of depth (i.e., economic theory and application, political and policy analysis, and organizational theory and management). Students in the department of HPM take qualifying examinations in:

• health policy and management
• quantitative methods
• their chosen area of depth.

In addition, students work directly with a specific faculty member on an individualized readings course on which they will also take a qualifying examination. The program typically requires 4-5 years to complete, including 2 years of coursework followed by 2-3 years to complete and defend the doctoral dissertation. Individuals applying to this program usually have a master’s degree and/or relevant research experience, however the minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree.

This program requires General GRE test scores. Please send them to institution code 3987 (there is no department code).

Degree Requirements - PhD in Health Policy and Management

2023-24 matriculation.

All courses are 1 unit unless otherwise noted.

The Ph.D. degree in Health Policy and Management requires a total of 16 course units with the option of obtaining credits for previous courses. With the approval of the academic adviser and DGS, course substitutions that better suit the needs of the student may satisfy the course work requirement.

PhD Required Courses (5 course units)

• EPH 508 Foundations of Epidemiology and Public Health
• EPH 600 Research Ethics and Responsibilities (0 units)
• EPH 608 Frontiers of Public Health*
• HPM 610 Applied Area Readings
• HPM 617 Colloquium in Health Services Research (0 units)
• HPM 618 Colloquium in Health Services Research (0 units)
• HPM XXX Additional course TBD

PhD Required Methods and Statistics Courses (minimum 4 course units)

• BIS 623 Advanced Regression Models
• BIS 628 Longitudinal and Multilevel Data Analysis
• ECON 556 Topics in Empirical Economics and Public Policy
• ECON 558 Econometrics
• HPM 583 Methods in Health Services Research
• MGMT 737 Applied Empirical Methods
• PLSC 500 Foundations of Statistical Inference
• PLSC 503 Theory and Practice of Quantitative Methods
• SBS 580 Qualitative Research Methods in Public Health
• SOCY 580 Introduction to Methods in Quantitative Sociology
• SOCY 581 Intermediate Methods in Quantitative Sociology
• SOCY 582 Statistics III; Advanced Quantitative Analysis for Social Scientists
• S&DS 563 Multivariate Statistical Methods for the Social Sciences
• S&DS 565 Introductory Machine Learning

PhD Required Health Policy and Management Courses (minimum 2 course units, all with PhD Readings)

• EPH 510 Health Policy and Health Care Systems
• HPM 514 Health Politics, Governance, and Policy
• HPM 570 Cost-Effectiveness Analysis and Decision Making
• HPM 573 Advanced Topics in Modeling Health Care Decisions
• HPM 587 Advanced Health Economics

Additional Elective(s)

Minimum of 1 additional elective. Must be approved by advisor.

Specializations

Economics Specialization Required Courses (minimum 4 course units)

• ECON 545 Microeconomics May substitute for an alternative with permission of advisor and GSEC representative
• ECON 558 Econometrics Must take substitution course if taken as Methods course.

Students take two field courses in at least one concentration to develop expertise. Sets of courses across topics can be selected to meet research interests with advisor permission:

• MGMT 758 Foundations of Behavioral Economics
• PSYC 553 Behavioral Decision Making I: Choice
• ECON 600 Industrial Organization I
• ECON 601 Industrial Organization II
• ECON 630 Labor Economics
• ECON 631 Labor Economics
• ECON 680 Public Finance I
• ECON 681 Public Finance II

Organizational Theory and Management Specialization Required Courses (4 course units)

Courses are selected in consultation with the student’s advisor.

Political and Policy Analysis Specialization Required Courses (4 course units)

Suggested courses:

• PLSC 800 Introduction to American Politics
• PLSC 801 Political Preferences and American Political Behavior
• PLSC 803 American Politics III: Institutions

Course offerings subject to change.

rev. 07.10.2023

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Research in HPM applies the conceptual frameworks and research methods from economics, health policy, and organizational theory and management. Examples of ongoing faculty research include the following:

• The Role of Pharmacists in Primary Care: Analyzing Predictors and Outcomes of Pharmacist Integration in Connecticut
• The Determinants and Consequences of Cognitive Aging: Evidence and Implications for Public Policy
• Essays on Quality Improvement: Three Active Approaches to Improving Care for Nursing Home Users
• Efficiency and Equity in Private Markets for Public Health Care Services
• The Role of the Physician-Patient Relationship in Chronic Disease Patients
• The Effects of Hospital Network Entry and Exit on Organizational Performance

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Doctor of Philosophy in Health Policy and Management

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The PhD in Health Policy and Management is an academic degree emphasizing the in-depth expertise necessary for a research career. It emphasizes the integration of theory and research in a focused substantive area (cognate). This includes classroom instruction; non-credit seminars; independent study; research projects; academic apprenticeships; and interaction with faculty, fellow students, and other professionals within and outside the UCLA campus.

Because each student has unique and specific interests, doctoral training is individualized to the needs and interests of the particular student.

The doctoral program encompasses the following major elements and stages:

• Course work in the major and cognate/minor fields
• Written qualifying examination
• Proposal for the dissertation
• Oral qualifying examination on the proposal for the dissertation (advancement to candidacy)

Dissertation

• Oral defense of the dissertation

Course Work

Students must have a minimum of 17 courses (70 units). All students are required to specialize in a particular area of study, a cognate, which requires additional coursework. Of these, 11-12 courses (46-50 units) are required, five courses (20 units) are electives, and remaining units may be fulfilled with additional electives or from the cognate coursework.

Required Courses (11-12 courses/44-50 units)

• HLT POL 200A: Health Systems Organization and Financing, I
• HLT POL 226A: Readings in Health Service Research (2 Units)
• HLT POL 226B: Readings in Health Service Research (2 Units)
• HLT POL 227B: Special Topics in Health Services
• HLT POL 225A: Health Services Research Design (6 Units)
• HLT POL 225B: Health Services Research Design (6 Units)
• HLT POL 423 Practices of Evaluation in Health Services
• HLT POL 237C: Health Services Research Methodology (6 Units)
• BIOSTATS 201A: Applied Regression
• BIOSTATS 201B: Applied Regression
• EPIDEM 100 or an equivalent introductory survey course or show proof of an equivalent graduate-level introductory epidemiology course that meets the requirements for an MPH, MS, PhD, or MD program
• One (or more) additional statistics course (200-level or above) ONLY this additional statistics course may be taken on a Pass/No Pass basis. All other courses MUST be graded.

Elective Courses (5 courses/20 units)

• Students select four or more elective courses

Cognate Requirements

Cognate studies give students a depth of knowledge in a field that is complementary to health policy and management. Students are required to take PhD level coursework that satisfies the requirements of at least one cognate. Students choose a cognate from areas such as economics, epidemiology, health care outcomes research, organizational behavior, and public policy studies, or may design their own cognate with a faculty member.

Qualifying Exam

Students generally take the qualifying exam after the completion of all course work, usually in the beginning of their third year of doctoral studies. The purpose of the written qualifying exam is to prepare and evaluate students’ knowledge and application of a number of areas, and to assess students’ readiness to undertake independent research.

Dissertation Proposal

The dissertation proposal describes the student’s desired area of research, the methods that will be used to examine relevant data and how it will support the dissertation findings, and explain the dissertation’s contribution to the field.

Dissertation Proposal Defense (Oral Qualifying Examination)

The purpose of the dissertation proposal defense (also known as the oral qualifying examination) is twofold: 1) to evaluate the research being proposed for the dissertation and 2) to assess the student’s ability to conduct this research. The defense focuses on the proposal for the dissertation.

The dissertation reports the results of the research conducted based on the proposal. The dissertation should demonstrate the scientific merit of the work itself and the student’s mastery over its substance and methods. It must demonstrate that the student is qualified to conduct independent research.

Dissertation Defense

The final oral examination is a defense of the dissertation. The purpose of this examination is twofold: 1) to evaluate the research conducted for the dissertation 2) to assess the student’s ability to conduct independent research. The exam focuses on the dissertation.

The PhD is generally obtained in four or five years.

View a list of faculty in the Department of Health Policy and Management.

Many graduates of the program pursue research and teaching careers in health care management and health policy analysis.

Examples of position held by graduates include:

• Tenure-Track Faculty
• Research Director

For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the  registrar's office .

Please see the cost and aid section of our website for information on awards, scholarships, training opportunities, employment, summer internship funding, and need-based aid. Please note that opportunities listed under 'Summer Internship Funding' are only applicable to MPH students.

Desired Qualifications

In addition to meeting the University’s minimum requirements , the Department of Health Policy and Management recommends a master’s degree in public health or other appropriate graduate degree in a related field with a grade-point average of at least 3.5 for graduate studies. In addition, although not required for admission, research experience in the field is viewed favorably when competing applications are judged. Students do not need to identify a faculty mentor in order to apply for the program.

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Please note:

This information is intended as an overview, and should be used as a guide only. Requirements, course offerings and other elements may change, and this overview may not list all details of the program. 

Admission requirements listed are departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the  UCLA Graduate Division .

Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the  registrar's office.

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15 Online Health Management PhD Degrees

Healthcare in America is a complex industry. Beyond the medical advances, there have been advances in the overall industry structure which requires expertise in administrative and operational support. One avenue to participating in the management and policy creation in healthcare, is to earn an online health management PhD.

It can be daunting to consider earning a terminal degree such as a doctorate, but it’s easier than you may think, thanks to the availability of online doctoral programs. These programs allow you to continue to work while advancing your education. Additionally, many of these accredited, online programs can be completed in less time than you may imagine.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the average salary at $100,980 annually. Compensation ranges from $58,820 to the highest at $189,000.

Our Method: Ranking the 15 Online Health Management and Policy PhD Degrees

To rank the 15 Online Health Management and Policy PhDs Degrees, Best Degrees editors researched accredited, trusted programs of all kinds. From our initial pool, we ranked programs according to price, accreditation, reputation, and salary potential, using data from IPEDS and Niche, U.S. News and World Report, and other higher education rating publications.

1. Rutgers University

The School of Public Health at New Jersey’s flagship university has a hybrid PhD in Public Health with a Health Systems & Policy concentration.

This degree requires a minimum of 72 credit hours and you’re expected to enroll full time. The program requires you take prerequisites (in addition to the 72 credits) epidemiology, biostatistics, and health systems and policy. Additionally, you’ll take credit hours in ethics and public health theories. Major coursework will include data analysis, private and public health insurance, epidemiology, research methods, research and evaluation design.

Admission is processed through SOPHAS and you’ll need to provide GRE scores, official academic transcripts, work experience, goals statement, letters of recommendation, etc. Tuition is $903-$1,353, per credit hour, depending on residency status.

Fast Fact: Niche names Rutgers as one of the Best Colleges for Public Health in America

Learn more about the online health management doctorate here!

2. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Here’s an online Doctor of Health Sciences (DHS) degree, designed for current health professionals, which can be taken part-time and can be completed in nine semesters.

The 54 credit hour curriculum offers a Health Systems Administration focus and provides concentration coursework in Health Policy and Reform, Financial and Human Resource Management, and Transformative Leadership. You’ll also study healthcare trends, population health, and quality improvement. There are doctoral core courses which will expose you to research methods, evidence appraisal, and dissemination of your findings in the form of capstone projects.

Online tuition for this program is calculated at $990 per credit hour. A master’s degree is necessary for admission as is evidence of health professional experience or credentials.

Fast Fact: MCPHS was founded in 1823 and considered one of the Most Transformative Colleges in the U.S. by Money Magazine (2018)

3. Johns Hopkins University

You can earn this hybrid DrPh in Health Policy and Management from the venerable Johns Hopkins University’s Bloomberg School of Public Health.

The curriculum was developed with the Malcolm Baldridge Health Care Criteria for Performance and is perfect for those currently employed in a range of healthcare organizations. Courses include studies in Performance Measurement in Healthcare, Fundamentals of Budgeting and Financial Management, Strategic Planning, Patient Safety and Medical Errors, Quality of Medical Care, and more. Other courses include healthcare economics and finance, research methods, as well as outcomes research.

You can expect to pay an estimated $57,456 per traditional academic year in tuition. Johns Hopkins University uses the SOPHAS application service for admission.

Fast Fact: U.S. News and World Report considers this public health school #1 in the U.S.

4. University of Alabama Birmingham

You may want to explore the Executive Doctor of Science (DSc) in Healthcare Leadership at UAB, if you’re looking for a blended program to solidify your management skills.

This is a three-year program and will require you to attend three eight-day campus visits during the first two years. The third year will involve international travel to study healthcare organizations and delivery abroad. A dissertation is required. Among the courses you’ll take over the years include Strategic Management Theory and Research, Comparative Health Systems, Health Policy, Process and Issues, Healthcare Quality Improvement, Strategic Planning and Management in Health Care Organizations, and others.

Admission to this program requests a current cv/resume, personal essay, academic transcripts, as well as an organizational chart of your administrative role. You must have five years of mid-to-senior level healthcare administrative experience. Tuition cost for this program is $36,600 per year.

Fast Fact: UAB is rated one of Niche’s Top Public Universities in America

5. Texas Woman’s University

Don’t let the name fool you, Texas Woman’s University has been admitting men since 1972, and has an online/hybrid PhD in Health Studies degree (currently awaiting Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board approval.)

The hybrid classes will require you to attend two weekend sessions and requires 96 credit hours (39 hours can be transferred from your master’s program). Studies for this PhD will include health care health leadership and advocacy, program development, epidemiology, health science foundation, statistics, research methods, and more. A qualifying exam and dissertation are also necessary to complete this degree.

General admission standards require a bachelor’s degree, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, standardized test scores, academic transcripts, and letters of reference. Tuition ranges from $281-$690 per credit hour, dependent on state of residence.

Fast Fact: TWU is ranked as a Top Public Universities in America and Best Value Colleges in America by Niche

6. George Washington University

The GW Milken Institute School of Public Health provides a PhD in Health Policy which will prepare you to assess and apply solutions to various influences on health care such as social, economic, political, etc.

Multidisciplinary in design, this PhD 48 credit hour program requires core coursework in areas such as economics and finance, payment and delivery models, public health leadership, and U.S. policies affecting healthcare. You’ll also study research methods, systems and policy research, as well as approved electives. Dissertation seminars in proposal development and dissertation research are included in the curriculum. An 8-hour Professional Enhancement experience in seminars, symposia, or lectures is also required; as is, a Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative. Of course, the program culminates with a dissertation.

A master’s degree (preferably in public policy, public health, etc) is required for admission consideration, along with GRE scores, prior economic and statistics coursework, etc. Tuition runs about $16,425 per term. You can also explore financial aid options offered through the school.

Fast Fact: This is one of U.S. News and World Report’s Best Public Health Graduate Schools

7. East Carolina University

Here’s a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) that is available online or on-campus and offers a Health Policy, Policy, and Administration (HPAL) concentration.

This terminal degree is practice and evidence-based and has a focus on underserved, rural, and varied cultural communities. You’ll be trained to identify and create evidence-based community public health programs. Some of the academic studies involve health information systems, strategic planning, gerontology and public health, cost-effectiveness, and quality improvement.

You’ll need a MPH or equivalent degree, prerequisite courses, GRE scores (waiver is possible) as well as a minimum of 2 years public health experience. North Carolina residents are assessed $249 each credit hour and non-residents are charged $894 per hour.

Fast Fact: ECU is on Niche’s Best Colleges for Public Health in America list

8. Virginia Commonwealth University

You can complete this PhD in Health Services Organization and Research degree in two-three years, depending on your enrollment status.

This program concentrates on four areas of study in health services organization and research, health services research methods, organizational theory, and elective courses. Courses in support of those concentrations include Health Economics, Research in Health Care Financing and Delivery Systems, Foundations of Health Organization Theory, Organizational Behavior for Health Services Research, Applied Health Services Research, and more. Comprehensive exams and a dissertation complete the program including the requisite oral defense.

You’ll need to provide proof of a master’s degree, GRE scores, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and participate in a personal interview with the Admissions Committee. Some prerequisite studies are also required.

Fast Fact: VCU is considered a Top Public School by U.S. News and World Report

9. Samford University

Samford University describes the mission of this online Doctor of Public Health (DPH) to “prepare public health professionals to be catalysts for change.”

The Health Management and Policy concentration teaches the use of statistical methods, assessment of health problems, health policies evaluation, integration of program management, policies, organizations, financial, etc. to address public health. This curriculum includes studies in Visual Analytics & Predictive Modeling, Healthcare Policy & Law, Healthcare Management, Policy Analysis & Advocacy, and more.

You need a MPH, MHA, MSPH, or another relevant graduate degree for admission. Additionally, you’ll provide 3 letters of recommendation, a two page paper on a public health issue (using APA style guidelines), GRE scores, etc. Tuition for this 45-46 credit hour degree is estimated at $888 per credit hour.

Fast Fact: Located in Birmingham, Alabama, Samford University is considered one of Niche’s Top Private Universities in America

10. Grand Canyon University

GCU has a long history of online education and offers a Doctorate of Healthcare Administration.

Requiring 60 credit hours, this program will give you the evidence-based strategies necessary in today’s healthcare environment. You’ll take courses in strategic planning, health care organizations viability, regulations and ethics, developing a community culture in health care, research methodology and analysis, leadership, etc. You’ll develop your dissertation proposal and complete a dissertation.

Doctoral students pay $695 per credit hour (active and active reserve military receive a $618 tuition rate). A doctoral or masters degree, with a minimum GPA of 3.4 is required for admission. Those with a lower GPA may be admitted with specifications.

Fast Fact: Grand Canyon University was founded in 1949 as a Baptist educational institution

11. Colorado Technical University

This hybrid Doctorate in Healthcare Management and Leadership degree requires 100 total credit hours.

You’ll study management theory, ethics, organizational development, qualitative and quantitative research methods, strategic thinking, doctoral research principles, writing, literature review, health policy, healthcare informatics, etc. There’s also a Doctoral Symposium which will require you to attend a two-day, residential symposium in Denver. You’re given three years to complete the program.

There are multiple start dates throughout the year for this doctorate. Admission requires you to connect with an admission advisor as well as a doctoral interview, complete an application, and submit materials such as an official academic transcript, undergraduate degree, and more. Tuition is estimated at $59,800 for the program.

Fast Fact: CTU is a for-profit institution owned by Perdoceo Education Corporation

12. Liberty University

This Doctor of Business Administration degree from Liberty University is offered 100% online.

While an online health management PhD will help prepare you to teach in academia, a DBA will be better suited if you want to work in the business of healthcare. This program will examine supply chain management, research methods, legal and ethical considerations, healthcare finances and economics, healthcare marketing, and others. You’ll also take classes in Healthcare Administration, Managing Human Capital in Healthcare, as well as Case Study Research Methods & Consulting Techniques, etc. Doctoral research projects are required.

The program’s tuition estimate is $39,970 for the 60 credit hours. Liberty University offers discounts for military personnel and First Responders. Additionally, scholarships are available to help with your costs. Academic transcripts of your undergraduate degree, statement of purpose, letters of references, and the like.

Fast Fact: Liberty University was founded in 1971 and offers over 700 programs to 100,000 students

13. Thomas Jefferson University

The online health management PhD in Population Health Science at Thomas Jefferson University is designed to earn the skills to improve health and quality of care in communities. This is a hybrid program.

You’ll complete 62 credit hours (including dissertation and competency exam) and you can choose from five specialities, one of which is Health Policy. The curriculum is created for students with a MPH, healthcare professionals working in a variety of settings, as well as those working in other health areas such as pharmaceuticals. There are core courses in Population Health, Research Methods, along with Health Policy specific studies (Medicare & Medicaid, Health Law & Regulatory Issues, Comparative Health Systems, and more.)

Tuition is $1,310 per academic credit. Admission to this program is fairly straightforward.

Fast Fact: Thomas Jefferson University was established in 1824

14. Walden University

You can receive an online health management PhD in Health Services, with a Public Health Policy specialization, from Walden University within 106-108 quarter hours.

The curriculum includes coursework in quantitative and qualitative reasoning, research theory and design, financial management and economics, population health principles, analysis of public policy, health policy and politics, program implementation and analysis, and a dissertation. The degree requires 4 residencies (equaling a minimum of 16 days.) Two of the residencies may be virtual. You’ll study the implication of public financing on policy decisions, macroeconomics and microeconomics, and learn to analyze the influence of social programs.

You can expect to pay approximately $590 per credit hour in tuition costs with additional fees for the residencies, dissertation, etc.

Fast Fact: Niche ranks Walden University as one of its Best Value Colleges in America

15. Northcentral University

Northcentral University also offers a Doctor of Business Administration designed for those in senior leadership in health services.

This online health management PhD program takes approximately 39 months to complete and has a concentration in Health Sciences. As part of this degree, you’ll study ethics, health law and policy, healthcare economics and finance, healthcare quality management, statistics, quantitative and qualitative research design, literature review, and dissertation proposal, components, Institutional Review Board (IRB) along with data collection. You’ll develop a dissertation proposal for approval, and of course, write and defend your manuscript.

The Admission process takes approximately 30 days to complete. Northcentral University estimates the program costs $56,066 total. Be sure to talk with your admission advisor about possible financial assistance that may be available.

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Why Should I Get My PhD in Health Management Online?

Earning a health management doctorate can seem impossible, requiring multiple years of study, research, and writing. True, it takes approximately eight years to obtain a doctorate, between coursework, research, and writing a dissertation. However, online doctoral programs have condensed that time, depending on your ability to devote yourself to studies. For some, an alternative degree is an affordable online MHA .

A PhD degree in Health Management can be earned in three to four years. Typically, coursework requires around two years with an additional one to two years involving research and a dissertation. That time may be extended if your program requires an internship or immersion study.

Having 24-hour access to classes, research material, literature reviews, etc. offered online, can help you reduce the time required for you to complete your degree requirements of a comprehensive exam, dissertation proposal, research, and writing.

You’re also able to communicate with your professors easier than ever before. Faculty are readily available via instant messages, video conferencing, email, etc.

Online doctoral programs allow you to schedule your time around work and family. Geography is also no issue with online programs being able to cross state lines. Distance education students frequently pay the same tuition and costs as in-state students.

Is a PhD in Health Management and Policy Good for My Career?

Healthcare is one field where the more education you have, the better it is for your career. Advanced degrees provide you the skills to apply theories (i.e., organizational development, strategic plans, etc.) to real-world situations.

Having a PhD does a couple of beneficial things. One, it demonstrates your commitment to your health profession and that you’ve developed the leadership skills necessary to head a health system, hospital, physician group, etc.

Secondly, the contacts you gain while in a PhD program, and the ability to conduct research, will be invaluable in an administrative role. It also provides you with a collaborative environment as you develop policies and approaches to healthcare issues.

Third, the more education you have, the higher you can climb in your organization which frequently equates to a higher salary.

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The PhD in Public Health specializing in Health Policy and Management at Kent State University prepares students for a career in public health research, which demands interdisciplinary skills to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing field. 

Doctoral students in the health policy and management specialization will learn to design and implement studies and use advanced quantitative methods to examine critical and emerging health issues.

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Students who graduate with the PhD in Public Health's Health Policy and Management specialization are scholars and leaders in a variety of job settings, including Federal and state health agencies, academic health centers and hospitals, policy and research institutes, managed care and insurance corporations, and health planning organizations.

If you want to pursue a career that will help you make a difference, the Kent State College of Public Health is a great place to get started.

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The PhD in Public Health Sciences Specialization in Health Management and Policy is a 51-credit-hour program designed to be completed in two years, plus the dissertation.

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We offer two tracks in the PhD in Public Health Sciences Specialization in Health Management and Policy program:

(1) Health Organizational Research  (2) Health Policy Research 

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Application deadline: March 1. To be considered for scholarships/fellowships, complete applications must be received by January 15. Applications received after the March 1 admission deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Students must apply for PhD in Public Health Sciences Specialization in Health Management and Policy through the University of Louisville, School of Graduate Studies:  http://louisville.edu/graduate/

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Health services research is a multidisciplinary field of scientific investigation that examines the uses, costs, quality, accessibility, delivery, organization, financing and health outcomes of healthcare systems in the U.S. and elsewhere. Health services researchers investigate and interpret the complexities of healthcare systems. In particular, they study how social factors, financing systems, organizational structures and processes, health technologies, and individual and group behaviors affect access, cost and quality of care. The research domains of health services research center on groups, organizations, institutions, communities and populations.

The PhD in Health Policy & Management   prepares expert health services researchers for careers in academic settings or in public and private organizations where advanced research and analytic skills are required. It is a post-master's program and graduate-level statistics coursework is required for admission. The program consists of 3 stages with prerequisite curriculum representing 6 core areas of health policy and management. Students are expected to maintain continuous enrollment and to complete in a minimum of 4 academic years.

KUMC   HP&M graduates   conduct research in health policy, health services research, and public health including the causes and consequences of health disparities, how the healthcare system impacts the health and wellbeing of patients and workers, and the impacts of health policy on households with different socio-economic characteristics.

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Stage 1   consists of basic courses in health policy, health care management, and quantitative and qualitative research methods. A notable feature of this stage is that students begin to participate in the research process immediately upon beginning the program through a series of five 1-credit-hour immersion courses, taken within the first 2 semesters.

Stage 2   involves specialization in a specific substantive area of either policy or management research or a combination, as well as advanced statistical analysis and research methods. Students also complete a teaching seminar and practicum.

After completion of course work, students enter   Stage 3,   which consists of 3 written preliminary examinations, the comprehensive oral examination and dissertation proposal defense. Students then carry out their dissertation research. For the written dissertation there are two options, the standard format and a series of 3 research papers suitable for publication. The dissertation is formatted and published according to university guidelines.

Coursework for the PhD in Health Policy and Management is offered at the   KU Medical Center campus   in Kansas City, Kansas. Classes for the program are held during daytime and late afternoon hours, Monday through Thursday.

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The PhD in Health Policy and Management program at the IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health is ideal for students who are interested in developing the analytical, methodological, and professional skills needed to tackle the many health policy and management challenges facing Indiana, our nation, and the world.

As a core discipline within the field of public health, health policy and management focuses on the creation of new knowledge that informs the advancement of health services delivery within and across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

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With a PhD degree in HPM, you will be well prepared to take on independent research roles as academic faculty members.

Students pursuing this degree must complete at least 90 credit hours that include advanced graduate coursework, passing a qualifying examination, and researching and defending a dissertation that makes an original contribution to the field.

The department’s distinguished faculty members instruct, mentor, and collaborate closely with students. You’ll benefit from working with faculty members who are nationally recognized for their research in health information technology, healthcare organizations, health policy and law, health impact assessment, and more.

To support this research, faculty members have a diverse research funding portfolio that includes grants and contracts from the NIH, AHRQ, SAMHSA, NCAA, CDC, and numerous Indiana state agencies.

You will have access to outside expertise through the department’s longstanding close collaborations with the IU School of Medicine, the Regenstrief Institute, the IU Kelley School of Business, the IU McKinney School of Law, the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute, the Indiana Hospital Association, the Indiana State Department of Health, and top health systems and professional organizations throughout the state and nation.

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The Health Policy and Management (HPM) department is comprised of a renowned, award-winning and connected faculty. The faculty’s research interests are varied and focused on important local and global health issues, including health information technology, population health, healthcare organizations, health policy and law, health impact assessment, and public health systems and services.

All PhD students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 90 credits. For those without a recent MPH degree in health policy, the curriculum would consist of required core courses, methods courses, elective courses, a doctoral minor, doctoral research seminars and guided dissertation research. 

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The PhD in Health Policy & Management focuses on 10 core competencies that serve as a measure of growth and criteria for assessment. 

PhD students in the HPM department come from diverse backgrounds and have varied research interests. The students’ research interests include health information technology, mental health services, the organization of public health systems, and the impact of health policies and laws.

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The Harvard PhD in Health Policy, awarded by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, is a collaborative program among six Harvard University faculties: Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard Business School, Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard Law School, Harvard Medical School, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

While the program is interdisciplinary in nature, students specialize in one of five concentrations:  decision sciences, economics, management, methods for policy research, or political analysis.

Approximately 110 faculty members from schools within the University are involved with the program, and students are free to take classes throughout the University. A hallmark of the program is the accessibility of faculty members to students and the commitment of faculty to students enrolled in the program.

The program started in 1992, and there are 67 students currently enrolled and over 250 alumni.

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The Department of Health Policy and Management offers a full-time PhD program with students choosing one of four areas of concentration in which to focus their study. The program trains its students to conduct original investigator-initiated research through a combination of coursework and research mentoring. The curriculum includes core courses that are common across the four HPM PhD concentrations, including courses in health policy, epidemiology, economics, and biostatistics, along with courses specific to each individual concentration. Students enrolled in the PhD program meet the Introductory Public Health knowledge learning objectives through the required curriculum.

• The  Bioethics and Health Policy   concentration addresses the ethical issues relevant to public health policy, practice and research.
• The  Health Economics and Policy  concentration addresses the concepts and methods of economic analysis to study how clinical and public health resources are and should be allocated.
• The Health Services Research and Policy concentration addresses the organization, financing and delivery of both curative and preventive services, and their impact on access, quality, outcomes and cost, particularly for the most vulnerable.
• The Health and Public Policy concentration addresses the development, implementation, analysis, and evaluation of public policies to prevent disease and injury, reduce inequalities, and promote the health and quality of life of populations.

Concentration in Bioethics and Health Policy

Director: stephanie morain, phd.

The PhD concentration in Bioethics and Health Policy differs from most other bioethics doctoral programs in two important ways: first, it focuses on bioethics as it relates to moral questions in public health and health policy (rather than, for example, in clinical decision-making or bedside dilemmas); and, second, it provides rigorous training in quantitative and qualitative empirical research methods and expects the analysis of data to be part of the dissertation. Students and faculty in the concentration study and conduct independent empirical and normative research on ethical issues in public health practice, research, and policy such as ethics and emergency preparedness, domestic and international research ethics, genetic screening policy, ethics and obesity prevention, ethics and infectious diseases, HIV screening, social justice and resource allocation.

Original doctoral research conducted by students in the bioethics program involves analyzing primary or secondary empirical data about specific areas of public health, health policy, or health research and examining the ethical implications of the issue or study results. By the end of their PhD training, students are prepared to provide not only normative recommendations regarding ethics and public health policy but also are equipped to function as independent researchers, conducting empirical research related to bioethics, public health, and health policy.

Concentration in Health Economics and Policy

Director: matthew eisenberg, phd, mphil.

Health economics is a field of study that applies the theoretical concepts and empirical methods of economic analysis to various issues throughout the health sector, such as understanding underlying patient, provider, and insurer behaviors and evaluating healthcare interventions and policies. The PhD concentration in Health Economics and Policy prepares doctoral students for conducting innovative research on the economics of health and healthcare.

The curriculum stresses a solid grounding in applied modern microeconomic theory, economic evaluation, quantitative methods, and econometrics applications, including PhD-level courses from the Department of Economics in the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences (KSAS). Incoming students must have prior training in linear algebra, multivariable calculus, and real analysis in preparation for the economics courses at KSAS. 

Concentration in Health and Public Policy

Director: johnathon p. ehsani, phd.

Finding solutions to public health problems through the development, analysis, implementation, and evaluation of health policies is the focus of the PhD concentration in Health and Public Policy. Faculty and students consider a broad array of public health policies that affect health and safety. These include policies pertaining to food, alcohol, tobacco, firearms, inequality, housing, injury, transportation, and the environment. Students examine challenging public health problems and learn how political, social, economic, ethical, and legal factors affect health and how health policy can address these problems. Students acquire skills that enable them to conduct rigorous research to inform policy solutions, effectively translate their scholarly work to policy and practice, and emerge as leaders in public health policy.

Concentration in Health Services Research & Policy

Director: jennifer l. wolff, phd, mhs.

The PhD concentration in Health Services Research and Policy prepares students for innovative and rigorous quantitative and qualitative research and evaluation in health services delivery. The curriculum includes exposure to a wide variety of research methods, content areas, and datasets. It also offers the opportunity for in-depth study in areas such as public health informatics, organizational theory, quality of care and patient-centered outcomes research, hospital and physician payment incentives, managed care, pharmacoeconomics and economic evaluation, gerontology, and health care disparities.

The program at the Bloomberg School is one of the oldest and most respected of its type in the nation. There are many research opportunities within the Department and elsewhere within the University and Health System. The Baltimore-Washington area is the home to the largest concentration of public and private health services research and health care policy analysis organizations in the world. Formal and informal relationships with these agencies, including research practicums, thesis collaborations, and internships are encouraged and facilitated.

Program Requirements

Course location and modality is found on the BSPH website .

Concentration in Bioethics and Health Policy Curriculum

Students in the Bioethics concentration complete the departmental core requirements, including courses in health policy, epidemiology, economics, and biostatistics. In addition, students in Bioethics also complete coursework in moral philosophy, applied bioethics, and public health law. These requirements are satisfied, in part, through the Department of Philosophy of the Johns Hopkins University and Kennedy Institute of Ethics at Georgetown University. Generally, coursework is completed in the first two years of the program. Students are required by the concentration to have a normative ethics chapter in their thesis in addition to the other chapters traditionally required. Students completing the manuscript option for the PhD will have one of their manuscripts focus on the normative aspects of their selected issue or results.

Note, the timing and choice of some courses will be determined based on availability and individual needs.

Course meets one or more CEPH learning objectives .

Note , all HPM PhD students are required to complete one of the following courses in Economics, based on their individual interests.

Once students have completed all of the required and elective coursework, they must maintain a full-time registration (12+ credits per term) for the duration of their program. Students who have not yet passed the School-wide oral exam should register for 12 credits of PH.300.840 Special Studies and Research in HPM  with their advisor to work on their thesis proposal. Once a student has passed the School-wide oral exam, they should register for PH.301.820 Thesis Research in Health Policy and Management .

Graduate Seminar in Bioethics

Students in their first two years will participate in PH.306.861 Graduate Doctoral Seminar in Bioethics , a joint graduate student and postdoctoral fellows bioethics seminar at the Berman Institute of Bioethics.

Bioethics Course Requirements

All students in the bioethics concentration are required to take a total of 15 course credits in the field of bioethics. This must include at least one class in moral/political philosophy and at least two classes that are considered advanced bioethics classes. The 15 credits, as a whole, can be satisfied through a combination of JHSPH (including Masters in Bioethics) term-length bioethics courses (2-3 credits each) and/or semester-length courses either at the JHU Homewood campus or through the Kennedy Institute of Ethics at Georgetown (5 credits each). Generally, these requirements are completed during the second year of the program. Students are encouraged to enroll in at least one semester-length course as part of their course combination, but the specific course plan is to be determined by each student in consultation with the concentration director and advisor.

Special Thesis Requirements

Students in the bioethics concentration are welcome to write either a traditional thesis or a manuscript thesis. Additional guidelines for the thesis for students enrolled in the Bioethics and Health Policy concentration can be obtained from the Bioethics concentration director.

Concentration in Health Economics and Policy Curriculum

The curriculum offers a broad exposure to the health economics literature and public health disciplines and stresses the policy implications of these fields of research. Student research generally focuses on econometric analyses of hypotheses generated by economic theory or quantitative evaluation of the effectiveness of various interventions. Note, the timing and choice of some courses will be determined based on availability and individual needs.

Core Mathematics for Economics meets for 2 weeks in Summer Term and once weekly in Term 1.

KSAS courses follow a semester schedule, and overlap multiple SPH terms. Please see JHU policy on multi-term courses for more information.

Note , all HPM PhD students are required to complete one of the following courses in Economics. The Advanced Health Economics sequence is required for students in the Health Economics concentration. 

Students should choose electives in consultation with the Concentration Director and their academic advisor to ensure adequate preparation for departmental exams. Names and availability of Homewood classes are subject to change. Electives must include at least one PhD-level KSAS economics course.

All students are encouraged to choose from the following courses for their elective options, including at least one of the KSAS Applied Economics courses:

Once students have completed all of the required and elective coursework, they must maintain a full-time registration (12+ credits per term) for the duration of their program. Students who have not yet passed the School-wide oral exam should register for 12 credits of PH.300.840 Special Studies and Research in HPM  with their advisor to work on their thesis proposal; once a student has passed the School-wide oral exam, they should register for PH.301.820 Thesis Research in Health Policy and Management .

Health Economics and Policy Oral Exam Committee Composition

Dissertations in health economics and policy require specialized expertise in econometrics and economic theory. To ensure that students will have access to appropriate advising, the list of proposed committee members for the department and School-wide oral exams must be approved by the Health Economics Concentration Director. Students wishing to change primary advisors after the department or School-wide preliminary oral exam must obtain permission from the Health Economics Concentration Director and the Department chair.

Concentration in Health and Public Policy Curriculum

Through coursework, research, and practice, students in Health and Public Policy gain an understanding of the relationship between health and policy. Within this concentration, students may focus their elective and dissertation studies in one of the following areas: environmental and occupational health policy, injury prevention and control, social policy and health, and the practice of prevention; other specialty areas may be developed in consultation with each student's advisor and concentration director.

Course meets one or more  CEPH learning objectives .

Note, all HPP PhD students must complete one of the following courses: 

Note , all HPM PhD students are required to complete one of the following courses in Economics, based on their individual interests:

All HPP students should choose electives in consultation with their academic advisor; students are encouraged to choose from the following courses for their elective options:

Once students have completed all of the required and elective coursework, they must maintain a full-time registration (12+ credits) for the duration of the program. Students who have not yet passed the School-wide oral exam should register for 12 credits of PH.300.840 Special Studies and Research in HPM  with their advisor to work on their thesis proposal. Once a student has passed the School-wide oral exam, they should register for PH.301.820 Thesis Research in Health Policy and Management . Students are also encouraged to engage in a field-based practicum as part of their doctoral education.

Graduate Seminar in Health and Public Policy

Students are expected to participate in the graduate seminar during their first three years of the program and are strongly encouraged to participate as much as their schedule allows in subsequent years of the program.

Distributional Methods Course Requirements

During the second year, students complete at least two of the methods courses below (equaling at least 6 credits) in one of the following domains. The intent of the distributional methods requirement is to allow the student to develop a special area of methods expertise. Alternative methods courses require approval from the concentration director and the student's advisor. Note that, unless they are listed below, prerequisites for methods courses do not count toward the distributional methods requirement.

Specialty Areas

Students in Health and Public Policy may choose specialized areas identified to help students focus their electives in such a way as to best provide the background needed for their dissertation work. Those interested in taking additional graduate-level coursework in policy or research methods for the social sciences as part of their electives requirement should consider courses offered at the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences (KSAS) and at the School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS).

Environmental and Occupational Health Policy

Factors in the human environment that affect health require a multidisciplinary approach for evaluation. Courses from the Departments of Epidemiology, Environmental Health and Engineering, and Health Policy and Management are integrated to provide a foundation for the application of science to occupational and environmental policy. Evaluation, development and refinement of policies at local, state, federal and international levels are emphasized.

Injury Prevention and Control

In conjunction with the Center for Injury Research and Policy, students focus on injuries of all types, including road traffic injuries, falls, burns, drowning, and violence. The epidemiology of these injuries is assessed, and strategies to prevent injuries are formulated, implemented, and evaluated. Students who focus their electives in this area may also decide to complete the Certificate in Injury and Violence Prevention.

Social Policy and Health

Social policy and health examines how social policies influence public health and/or the relationship between healthcare policy and other social policies.

Practice of Prevention

The practice of prevention examines specific public health problems such as AIDS, tobacco, obesity, and violence and develops strategies for addressing problems through traditional and innovative policies.

Concentration in Health Services Research & Policy Curriculum

The curriculum stresses the development of skills in research and analysis methods, as well as content knowledge. In addition to careers in academia, this concentration prepares students for leadership careers as health services researchers and health care policy analysts working in public or private agencies or organizations. Issues of relevance to the U.S. are emphasized. All students in the concentration are exposed to a broad array of methods and content. It is expected that all students will select at least one methods sub-area (e.g., econometrics, advanced statistical methods, informatics, or qualitative analysis) and develop expertise in one or more content areas.

Course meets one or more  CEPH-defined learning objectives .

Also available 2nd and 4th terms

Once students have completed all of the required and elective coursework, they must maintain a full-time registration (12+ credits each term) for the duration of their program. Students who have not yet passed the School-wide oral exam should register for 12 credits of  PH.300.840 Special Studies and Research in HPM  with their advisor to work on their thesis proposal. Once a student has passed the School-wide oral exam, they should register for  PH.301.820 Thesis Research in Health Policy and Management .

Graduate Seminar in Health Services Research and Policy

Students are expected to participate in the graduate seminar for the first three years of the program and as much as their schedule allows in subsequent years. 

Elective Options

All HSR&P students should choose electives in consultation with their academic advisor; students are encouraged to choose from the following courses for their elective options: 

Distributional Methods

During the second year, students will complete at least two of the methods courses below (equaling at least 6 credits) in one of the following domains. The intent of the distributional methods requirement is to allow the student to develop a special area of methods expertise. Approval for alternative methods courses will require approval from the program director and the student's advisor. Students are also encouraged to familiarize themselves with the School's certificate programs , which can be combined with the PhD degree (and which, in the case of methods-oriented certificates, would in most cases meet the distributional requirements), particularly the Quality, Gerontology and Pharmacoepidemiology certificates.

HPM PhD PROGRAM Requirements

Phd program milestones and timeline.

The following is an estimated timeline for PhD students based on the average length of the program. This timeline may change based on individual circumstances.

Department PhD Core Curriculum

All PhD students must complete the Departmental core courses. These courses are incorporated into the concentration requirements. Students are also expected to take methods courses relevant to the field of their thesis research (e.g., courses in ethics, history, political science, economics, epidemiology, and/or advanced courses in biostatistics).

Residency & Course Distribution Requirements

The total number of course credits to be earned depends upon individual concentration requirements. But, to meet the Residency requirement, students must complete a minimum of 64 credits of didactic courses in four consecutive terms. When general and program-specific requirements total less than 64, the difference may be made up in electives. Thesis Research (820 series) may not be included in the count, but special studies earning credit that is part of a concentration's requirements only (840 series) are admissible.

The School's Policy and Procedure Memorandum (PPM) overseeing all PhD programs require that  at least 18 credits  of formal coursework must be completed  outside  the student's primary department. Among these 18 credit units, no fewer than three courses must be completed in two or more departments of the Bloomberg School of Public Health. The remaining outside credit units may be earned in any department or division of the University.

PhD students who have completed a master's program at the Bloomberg School of Public Health may apply 12 credits from that program toward this School requirement provided the student matriculates into the PhD within one academic year of completing their master's degree. Students must request this application of credits in a formal letter. Contact the HPM Office of Academic Affairs for further information.

Full-time PhD Registration

The Department is firmly committed to full-time PhD doctoral education. The Department's policy requires full-time registration for the duration of the student's program. Students should register for a minimum of 16 credits per term during the first year of the program. This will fulfill the School's residency requirement of four consecutive terms of 16 credits each. The Department discourages PhD students from registering for more than 18 credits in any one academic term unless required by their concentration. Any decision to register for more than 18 credits should be carefully considered and discussed with the student's advisor prior to registering.

Once a student has completed all of their required or formal coursework, they must maintain a full-time 12 credit per term registration. Students who have not yet successfully passed the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam should register for special studies credits with their advisor while working on their thesis proposal. Once the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam has been successfully passed, students should register for thesis research credits.

Qualifying Exam

PhD students are eligible for the departmental qualifying exam upon successful completion of the first year required courses while maintaining the minimum GPA requirement. All students matriculating in September are expected to sit for the exam at the end of the first year. The exam is offered every June. The Academic Policy and Admissions Committee (APAC), and the PhD Exam Committee will consider exceptions on a case-by-case basis. The HPM PhD Qualifying Exam Guidelines can be found on the HPM doctoral portal page (portal login required).

Research Hours

PhD students are required to engage in at least two research projects to understand different research approaches. While students are encouraged to work within the department, students are free to pursue opportunities of interest throughout the School, University, or off-campus.     The research hours can involve participation in any of the following aspects of research, including, but not limited to elements of research design (literature review and development of the conceptual framework of a study); community development and liaison activities; community needs assessment and its related social, epidemiological, behavioral, or political diagnosis; development and piloting of health interventions or materials; quantitative or qualitative data collection; data analysis and interpretation; policy analysis; literature reviews; manuscript preparation; grant preparation; and any other form of research approved by the advisor.     Students are expected to engage in at least two different research tasks, which may be related to a single study or two separate studies. Up to 50% of the required hours can be accomplished through off-campus work, as long as the advisor has approved the work. A minimum of 300 hours total split over both projects should be used as a guideline.     The research hours must be met prior to scheduling the Departmental Preliminary Oral Exam. The Department, through submission of the Research Hours Form to the HPM Office of Academic Affairs, will monitor completion of this requirement. The form is available on the HPM doctoral portal page (portal login required).

TA Educational Experience

All PhD students are required to serve as full-time teaching assistants (TA) for four  (4) Health Policy and Management courses while enrolled in the PhD program. The department strongly values this educational experience and believes that these skills are critical components of a PhD education.

The following restrictions apply to the experience:

• Only courses offered by the Department of Health Policy and Management can be used to meet the requirement.
• Courses must be for two or more credits offered during the traditional 8-week term or as part of the summer MPH curriculum.

Courses offered in the MAS program or Institutes (summer, fall, or winter) may not be used to fulfill the requirement.    Online paperwork to confirm completion of this requirement must be submitted and approved by the course instructor prior to the start of the term in which the course is offered. The link to the online form will be forwarded to identified students by the HPM Office of Academic Affairs. Once the four course requirement has been met, PhD students serving as TAs in HPM course(s) will receive payment for their efforts.

Individual Development Plan (IDP)

The Individual Development Plan (IDP) is a mechanism for self-reflection as well as a communication and planning tool for the student and their faculty advisor and mentor(s).  The goal of the IDP is to support the student's successful performance in the program and in attaining readiness for their intended future career.  To this end, the IDP creates a structure for the student to: 

• assess current skills, interests, and strengths;
• make a plan for developing skills to meet academic and professional goals; and
• communicate and collaborate with supervisors, advisors, potential employers, and mentors about evolving goals and related skills. 

Rising HPM 2nd year PhD students will receive instructions on preparing the IDP after successful completion of the 1st year qualifying exam. Students are required to complete the self assessment and the IDP and meet and discuss with their advisor prior to submission of their first progress report due in the fall of the 2nd year. Third and 4th year students will revisit their IDP and discuss with their advisor each year at the submission of their yearly progress report. 

Student Progress Report

The Department is committed to assisting students to make steady and timely progress through the PhD program. To facilitate this process, all PhD students are required to submit regular progress reports to the HPM Office of Academic Affairs. Students who have passed the written qualifying exam, but have not yet passed their School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam, must submit a progress report on December 1 and June 1 each year until they have passed their School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam. The report must be reviewed, discussed, and approved by the student’s advisor prior to submission. Once a student has passed their School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam, a yearly progress report is submitted to the HPM Office of Academic Affairs until the program is complete. The progress report is due each year on June 1st. The report must be reviewed and discussed with the student's advisor prior to submission.

Preliminary Oral Exams

Departmental.

The Departmental Preliminary Oral Exam takes place before the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam. The Departmental Exam may not take place until after the successful completion of the departmental qualifying exam. The format of the exam is similar to the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam and is intended to determine if the student is academically prepared to pass the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam and carry out independent research.

The exam requires the student to prepare a thesis proposal that will be examined by the faculty exam committee. The HPM Departmental Preliminary Oral Exam committee consists of a minimum of three faculty members; one must be the student's advisor. A fourth alternative committee member should be identified and may choose to participate in the exam. Guidelines for the Departmental Preliminary Oral Exam can be found on the Department's portal page (portal login required).

School-wide

The School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam takes place after the student has successfully completed the departmental qualifying exam and the Departmental Preliminary Oral Exam. The purpose of this examination is to determine whether the student has both the ability and knowledge to undertake significant research in their general area of interest.

The examiners will be concerned with the student's capacity for logical thinking, breadth of knowledge in relevant areas, and ability to develop and conduct research leading to a completed thesis. While the specific proposal serves as a vehicle for determining the student's general knowledge and research capacity, this examination is not intended to be a defense of a specific proposal. The student will be expected to defend the public health significance of the proposal as well as the methodologies used to evaluate the problem.

The exam should be taken at the earliest feasible time, before significant engagement in thesis research, and must not take place until after the Departmental Oral Exam has been successfully passed. If the student fails the Preliminary Oral Exam and is permitted reexamination, they must be reexamined within one year.

Extension Request to Sit for Oral Exams

The School's PPM governing the PhD program requires students to sit for the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam prior to the start of their 4th year in the program. Failure to meet this deadline necessitates the submission of an extension request by the student to both the Department and the School before they are permitted to continue in the program.

An initial request for an extension of time to sit for the oral exams must be submitted at least two months prior to the start of the 4th year in the program and may not exceed two terms.

The request is first submitted to the HPM APAC Student Matters Subcommittee for review, and if approved, is forwarded to the Student Matters Subcommittee of the School's Committee on Academic Standards (CAS). All requests must include the following information or will not be considered:

• A letter of request, initiated and signed by the student, stating the rationale for the request.
• A supporting letter signed by the advisor.
• Timetable and plan developed by the student in collaboration with the student's advisor and members of the thesis advisory committee that provide specific milestones from completion; agreement to this plan should be indicated in writing by member(s) of the thesis advisory committee.
• A (student) copy of the current transcript.
• If the HPM APAC Student Matters Subcommittee approves the request, a supporting letter from the Department will be included in the request that is forwarded to the school for final approval.

If the extension is granted, the student and advisor, in cooperation with the HPM Office of Academic Affairs, must provide evidence of progress at intervals determined by the applicable school subcommittee, not to exceed 90 days, toward satisfying the milestones specified in the plan for completion. Failure to meet the specified milestones according to the prescribed timetable for completion may result in further action. Requests for a second extension beyond that of the initial extension are taken very seriously by the Department and CAS and require extension documentation.

Thesis advisory Committee

Within three months of passing the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam, every doctoral student must identify a thesis advisory committee. This committee, consisting of the student's advisor and at least two other faculty members from either inside or outside the Department, will meet with the student at minimum once a year until the student has graduated to evaluate the student's work and progress.

Each student is required to submit a written summary report to the advisory committee prior to the committee's meeting. This approved summary report will be submitted to the Department each June with the annual progress report. A sample of the summary report can be found on the Department's portal page (portal login required). 

Thesis Guidelines

All PhD students must complete an original investigation presented in the form of a thesis. The thesis must be based on original research, worthy of publication, and acceptable to the Department and to a committee of faculty readers. During the student's application process, various research ideas may have been discussed with faculty members. However, each student's thesis proposal must be developed, reviewed, and found acceptable to Departmental faculty while enrolled as a doctoral student at the BSPH.

PhD students in HPM have two options for the format of the thesis:

• The traditional doctoral thesis consists of a statement of the problem and specific aims; a literature review; data and research methods; analyses and results; and a discussion of findings and their implications. The form these will take reflects the specific academic discipline or orientation guiding the student's research.
• The manuscript-oriented thesis is an alternative to the traditional thesis. The manuscript thesis consists of a total of three (or more) papers linked to the student's research topic.

The decision on which format to follow should be made at the time of the Departmental Preliminary Oral Exam. If, during the writing process, the student wishes to change formats, the student must seek approval for this change from their faculty advisor and thesis committee

The Department has developed the following guidelines to help a student determine which of these options is best for their particular research. Students should discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each option with their advisor before determining a strategy.

Traditional Thesis Guidelines

The traditional doctoral thesis generally consists of an abstract, five chapters, references, and any appendices.  The outline of chapters below is merely a guide. The page numbers are rough estimates, and the form of the chapters will vary, reflecting the academic discipline or orientation of the student's research.

• Abstract : The abstract is a short overall summary of the work. It lays out the purpose(s) and aims of the study, the methods, and the key results and implications. The abstract generally is 2-3 double-spaced pages.
• Chapter I: Introduction: Statement of the problem and specific aims . This chapter, which tends to be relatively short (5-6 double-spaced pages), provides an introduction to the thesis. It describes briefly why this work was undertaken, what background conditions or data suggested it was an important problem, and what, then, this project was intended to accomplish.
• Chapter 2: Literature Review . The literature review summarizes existing literature that informed the thesis research. It generally is organized topically. The literature review tends to be a fairly detailed review, particularly for those topics most directly related to the content and methods of the thesis. The literature review tends to be 30-60 pages in length. 
• Chapter 3: Methods . The content of the methods chapter varies tremendously with the methodological approach taken by the student for the thesis research. With traditional empirical studies, it will generally include the specific aims, research questions, and/or hypothesis; a description of the source of study data, a description of the study instrument and its development, if relevant; a description of secondary data obtained, if relevant; analytic methods, including data cleaning, creation of a data set, creation of variables and/or qualitative codes, types of analyses done; and human subjects issues. The methods chapter ranges from 20-40 pages. 
• Chapter 4: Results . The results chapter reports the main findings of the thesis. It often is organized by research questions or specific aims or hypotheses but need not necessarily follow this format. The results chapter ranges from 25-50 pages. 
• Chapter 5: Discussion of results and policy implications . The discussion chapter both summarizes key findings and discusses findings in light of existing literature and in light of their policy implications.  Also included generally is a description of the study's limitations and implications for future research. The discussion chapter is generally 25-50 pages. 
• References . A listing of all citations used for the thesis must be provided. The Department allows any standard format for references. 
• Appendices . Appendices can be used for many purposes. They can include study instruments, if relevant; they can include additional tables not included in the main body of the thesis; also to be included must be a copy of the student's CV. The traditional thesis should be able to 'stand alone' without appendices; however, such results should never be put in appendices that are key to the study's main findings. 

Manuscript-Oriented Thesis Guidelines

The manuscript thesis consists of the following:

• A total of three (or more) papers, linked to the student's thesis topic. One of these papers may be a literature review, providing a comprehensive critical review, if it is suitable for publication.
• A chapter that integrates and discusses the findings reported in the manuscripts. It should include a discussion of the conclusions of the research and should make recommendations for further studies.
• An appendix outlining in detail the study methods and any accompanying data tables necessary to understand the data. 

A manuscript-oriented thesis must also meet the following criteria:

• The PhD student must be the first author on the three manuscripts used to satisfy this requirement;
• No manuscript will be accepted as part of the thesis if it was submitted for publication before the student passes the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam; and,
• Co-authors should be determined based on the criteria for authorship developed by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE)

Role of Faculty advisor with the manuscript thesis

The advisor's role is to facilitate successful completion of the doctoral thesis. Students should refer to the HPM policy for advising for general guidelines about the frequency of meetings between advisors and students during the thesis research and writing period. The thesis must reflect the student's independent and original work. The advisor can and should provide ongoing and critical feedback, but the research must be that of the student. 

Even if the advisor (or another committee member) serves as a co-author on a manuscript, the manuscripts must be viewed first and foremost as fulfilling the student's needs in the thesis process, with publication as a secondary goal. advisors or other committee members who are co-authors may not undertake the first draft of any portions of the manuscripts nor substantial rewrites. Whether an advisor will be a co-author on any manuscript should be decided early in the thesis writing process. 

Thesis Approval

PhD advisors must provide official approval of the final draft of a student's thesis prior to dissemination to the other members of the Final Oral Examination Committee. A signed Thesis Approval Form  (portal login required) must accompany each copy of the thesis distributed. Students should provide the final copy of the thesis to the readers at least five weeks prior to the Final Oral Examination.

Thesis Readers and Final Examination Committee

Paperwork  (portal login required) to establish the formal final examination committee is submitted by the Department to the Office of Records and Registration at least six weeks in advance of the final defense.  

Final Public Seminar and Closed Oral Defense of Thesis

A formal, public seminar and closed oral defense of the thesis before a committee of the faculty is one of the final steps for a PhD candidate. The public seminar and oral thesis defense are typically held on the same day with the seminar being conducted first, followed immediately by the closed defense before the approved final exam committee.

The public seminar generally lasts approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, and the closed defense generally lasts approximately 60-90 minutes. Members of the Final Oral Examination Committee are required to attend both the seminar and the closed defense. The Office of Records and Registration will post the final defense date and location in the Public Health calendar. Students are strongly encouraged to attend the public seminars of their fellow students whenever feasible.

The Final Oral Examination Committee judges all components of the thesis to be either: Acceptable, Acceptable with Revisions, or Unacceptable. This is the case for both a traditional thesis and a manuscript-oriented thesis. Students, with guidance from their advisor, will rework their thesis until all components are judged Acceptable.

Taking the Final Oral Examination and receiving an unconditional pass does not release the student from further responsibilities to complete the degree requirements. All students must stay continually registered until the degree requirements have been completed, including receipt of the thesis acceptance letters and electronic submission of the thesis to the Sheridan Library. Once everything has been submitted, the student will be reported to the Committee on Academic Standards and be considered complete.

Online Submission of Thesis to Sheridan Library

• ETD Electronic Submission
• Formatting Instructions
• Sheridan Library contact: [email protected]
• Publication Embargo: Students are allowed to choose an embargo period of 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4 years during the ETD submission. This means that the Sheridan Library will withhold publication of the thesis for the period of time chosen. The Sheridan Library does make some details of the thesis public (student name, degree, thesis title, abstract) during the embargo period, but the actual thesis is hidden from view. 
• The Department of Health Policy and Management does not require submission of an electronic or paper copy of the final thesis document to the department. However, students must forward the thesis acceptance confirmation from the Sheridan Library to the HPM Office of Academic Affairs to certify completion of all program requirements. 

Extension Request for Completion of Degree Requirements

The School's PPM governing the PhD program requires students to defend their thesis within seven years of matriculation. Failure to meet this deadline necessitates the submission of an extension request by the student to both the Department and the School before they are permitted to continue in the program.

A request for an extension of time to complete the degree must be submitted at least two months prior to the conclusion of the 7th year in the program and may not exceed four terms.

The request is first submitted to the HPM APAC Student Matters Subcommittee for review and if approved, is forwarded to the Student Matters Subcommittee of the School's Committee on Academic Standards (CAS). All requests must include the following information or will not be considered:

• Timetable and plan developed by the student in collaboration with the student's advisor and members of the thesis advisory committee that provide specific milestones from completion; agreement to this plan should be indicated in writing by member(s) of the thesis advisory committee.

HPM PhD Program Policies

For general HPM Departmental Academic Policies, please view this catalogue page . The policies below apply specifically to PhD students.

HPM PhD Student Work Space

The Department provides shared student office space for full-time PhD students. Each full-time PhD student in the Department will have access to a workstation and a locked drawer file cabinet in one of the identified shared office spaces. The workstation is not dedicated to an individual student; those using the office will select a station that is available when they use the space (similar to a parking lot). Any materials that the student wishes to leave in the office must be locked in their assigned file cabinet.

The HPM Office of Academic Affairs will evaluate student workspace yearly. Incoming students will be assigned keys at orientation. Upon graduation, students must return the key to the Academic Office in order to be certified for graduation. Students are responsible for both the room and file cabinet keys. Lost keys should be reported to the Academic Office immediately; replacement keys are subject to a replacement fee.

Note: Students working as Research Assistants on a funded grant that requires analyses of restricted/confidential data may be eligible for other office space arrangements. Faculty responsible for projects in this category must submit formal requests to the HPM Office of Academic Affairs stating the need for individual space.

HPM Grant Proposal Submission Process

Most sources outside the Department or School funding for PhD education require the submission of a formal grant proposal. HPM works closely with students in submitting these proposals and managing the award if and when it is awarded.

If a student is considering submitting a grant proposal, they must contact the Department's Grants and Contracts Manager who will work with them on the application process. All applications/proposals that are submitted to external funding agencies must be reviewed and approved by the Office of Research Administration (ORA). The department requires that all application materials be submitted a minimum of 8 business days before the grant due date. Students should seek guidance from the Grants and Contracts Analyst for specific due dates.

Once a grant has been submitted, the student must be available by email or phone at least 72 hours after submission in case any questions arise.

IRB Approval

The Institutional Review Board (IRB) supports students in applying ethical principles in their research interactions with humans and/or their data, regardless of whether IRB review is required. 

All HPM PhD research must undergo IRB review and students must receive approval or an approved exemption within three months of passing the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam. Students should consult the IRB website and specifically review the Student Primer and FAQ that are posted on that page.

PhD students are required to submit the "Thesis Research Documentation Form"  within three months  of passing the School-wide Preliminary Oral Exam. This form requires the signature of the HPM Academic Office in addition to the student and advisor prior to submission. Forms should be submitted to the HPM Office of Academic Affairs which will forward the completed form to the appropriate school office. Forms submitted directly to the school office without a departmental signature will not be accepted.

PhD Program Learning Outcomes

Hpm phd departmental competencies.

Upon successful completion of the PhD program in Health Policy and Management, students in each of the four concentrations will have mastered the following core competencies; specifically, students by the end of the program will have the ability to:

• Analyze the nature, scope and determinants of major health policy problems by applying conceptual frameworks from key academic disciplines, formulating testable hypotheses, and identifying appropriate interventions based on an understanding of the existing evidence base.
• Critique the policymaking process, including the underlying roles of legislation, regulation, litigation, and advocacy; the differences between federal, state, and local policies; and the influence of academic research in the policy formulation and evaluation processes.
• Assess the organization and financing of public health and/or medical services and critique their impact on access and use, quality of care, costs, and outcomes.
• Apply appropriate rigorous empirical methods to the evaluation of health policy, including a well-rounded foundation of the methods and tools of public health.
• Communicate scientific findings effectively through written and oral methods to technical and lay audiences, demonstrating an ability to interpret study limitations and prior research.
• Conduct research in accordance with the highest ethical standards, scientific integrity, and interpersonal collegiality.

Concentration in Bioethics and Health Policy Competencies

Upon successful completion of the PhD concentration in Bioethics and Health Policy, students will have mastered the following core competencies; specifically, students by the end of the program will have the ability to:

• Recognize ethical dimensions of problems in public health practice, research, and health policy, and identify which ethical principles or foundational ethical theories are at stake and potentially in tension.
• Analyze ethical problems in public health practice, research, and health policy, identify and communicate morally compelling lines of argument that may include: building on existing ethical frameworks, further specification of an existing framework or ethical principle; further specification of an ethical norm or formulating a novel ethical norm.
• Critically review and synthesize relevant literature from moral and political philosophy and public health ethics in analyzing moral problems in public health practice, research, and health policy.
• Identify when, why, and how empirical scholarship can make a contribution to bioethics and how data can be relevant to normative analysis.
• Construct ethical arguments for or against different kinds of public health programs and policies.

Concentration in Health Economics and Policy Competencies

Upon successful completion of the PhD concentration in Health Economics and Policy, students will have mastered the following core competencies; specifically, students by the end of the program will have the ability to:

• Apply key concepts in microeconomic theory, including how the behavior of individual households and firms affects the market supply and demand of goods and services and how market failures arise under certain circumstances.
• Analyze key theoretical concepts in health economics, including the underlying determinants of health, patient demand for healthcare services, and the organization and financing of healthcare services, with an emphasis on critiquing the effects of alternative forms of financing and organizing healthcare services on cost, quality, access, and overall public health.
• Apply key concepts in applied econometrics, including sophisticated empirical models for healthcare utilization, expenditures, and health outcomes.
• Apply key concepts in applied econometrics, including various rigorous empirical approaches that emphasize causal inferences for policy analysis.
• Conduct original research in the field of health economics, ranging from conception of innovative ideas through study design, selection and application of appropriate analytic methods and data; interpretation of results; and both written and oral dissemination of findings.

Concentration in Health and Public Policy Competencies

Upon successful completion of the PhD concentration in Health and Public Policy, students will have mastered the following core competencies; specifically, students by the end of the program will have the ability to:

• Identify, describe, and analyze a public health problem, and recommend an appropriate policy solution to address it (e.g., legislative, regulatory, judicial, organizational).
• Examine and explain the steps of the policymaking process, including problem setting, formulation, implementation, analysis, and evaluation.
• Critically compare and apply theories of the policy process to the study of public health problems.
• Characterize the major institutions, sectors, and stakeholders involved in the policymaking processes at the global, federal, state, and local levels.
• Effectively translate and communicate public health policy research, in both oral and written forms, to policymakers, key stakeholders, and the public.

Concentration in Health Services Research & Policy Competencies

Upon successful completion of the PhD concentration in Health Services Research and Policy, students will have mastered the following core competencies; specifically, students by the end of the program will have the ability to:

• Characterize and illustrate key concepts and developments in the field of health services research, including issues relating to care quality and safety, access, cost, and the role and effects of alternative forms of organizing and financing services. 
• Integrate and critique theoretical and empirical literature in the formulation of an original and significant health services research and policy research question with a clear and testable hypothesis.
• Evaluate the strengths and weakness of experimental, quasi-experimental and observational study designs and formulate the most appropriate design for a specified research question.
• Identify, evaluate, and determine the most suitable data source for a specified research question (data sources may include existing data sources or the development of a primary data collection protocol utilizing quantitative or qualitative methods). 
• Select and implement appropriate analytic techniques from advanced epidemiological, statistical, economic, and qualitative or survey methods to examine a specified research question. 

CEPH-Defined Introductory Public Health Learning Objectives

According to the requirements of the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), all BSPH degree students must be grounded in foundational public health knowledge. Please view the  list of specific CEPH requirements by degree type .

Health Policy and Management Division

Impact population health at a systems level.

Healthcare is a fast-paced, continually evolving field of policy, economics, finance and law. We educate both high-impact practitioners in the healthcare policy and management as well as researchers with a focus on the healthcare industry and health policy. Our students take courses in policy, economics, finance, management and law, while specializing in policy or management, or a combination of both for careers in research, healthcare delivery or management positions.

On-Campus MPH

Through a curriculum that covers policy analysis, strategic management, information technology, economics, disease prevention, and law and ethics, we prepare graduates for leadership roles in healthcare management positions in a range of settings, from healthcare delivery to governmental and nonprofit agencies.

Health Policy and Management MPH

On-Campus PhD

Health policy is an interdisciplinary field that examines the organization and financing of health systems and services, the impact of health policies on population health, and the economic, social and behavioral determinants of health. We prepare students for research careers in health policy and health services research, teaching, and public service in university, governmental and public policy settings.

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Online MPH - Health Policy and Management Concentration

Healthcare is a fast-paced field that continually evolves. Through an online curriculum that covers policy analysis, strategic management, economics, finance, and organizational behavior, HPM prepares graduates for moving toward leadership roles in healthcare organizations across a range of settings, from healthcare delivery to pharma/medtech, governmental or nonprofit agencies.

Online MPH – HPM Concentration

Graduate Certificate in Health Management

Current students in any master’s or doctoral degree program at UC Berkeley may elect to complete the Graduate Certificate in Health Management from the Health Policy and Management Division. This comprehensive trio of toolkit courses focusing on skill-building, frameworks, and applied learning supports students in developing critical health management competencies and complements a wide range of existing degree programs. Once completed, the designation will appear on the official graduate transcript.

Concurrent Health Policy Degrees

The School of Public Health has established concurrent degree programs with other schools and departments on campus that allow students to take advantage of the unique opportunities for interdisciplinary study that Berkeley offers. In these programs, students follow a carefully designed curriculum that allows them to complete the requirements for two degrees in less time than is normally required to complete the two degrees separately.

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Health Policy and Management

New scholarship honors community health pioneer john hatch.

• Mission: The Department of Health Policy and Management’s mission is to improve health for all by creating and translating knowledge into policy and practice and educating current and future health leaders, managers, policymakers, practitioners and researchers.
• Vision and Values: Our vision encompasses high-quality, accessible and affordable health systems that achieve optimal population health in North Carolina, across the United States and around the world.
• Faculty, research and practice: The Department includes some of the top experts and authorities in health services research, management, and health policy. Faculty bridge these domains to develop and apply innovative solutions from local to global. See a list of faculty interests and expertise. Known not only for a robust research program and first-rate teaching abilities, our faculty also represent a diversity of disciplinary backgrounds and experiences.

Kristin Reiter, PhD

Welcome to the Department of Health Policy and Management! The field of health has never been more dynamic and the pace of change more rapid. Payers, providers, patients, advocates and policy makers are focused on finding strategies to advance health equity and achieve the quadruple aim of reducing costs, improving patient experience, improving the health of populations and improving provider work life. Both locally and globally, technological innovations and entrepreneurship are disrupting the health system and changing the ways and places where care is provided. In the midst of complexity and uncertainty, the world needs great leaders - leaders with the vision, adaptability, compassion, humility, technical skills and people skills to innovate, shape policy and transform systems to equitably meet the needs of a growing and diverse global population. If you are looking for an academic home that will provide you with exceptional training for a career as a health leader, manager, policymaker, practitioner, or researcher, Health Policy and Management at the Gillings School of Global Public Health could be right for you.    

Emily Ha, first-year Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) student recently received the Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA) Corris Boyd Scholarship, continuing the long history of Gillings students receiving the award.

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Dr. Planey's research and teaching focuses include the application of spatial analytic/statistical/epidemiologic methods to study interactions between health(care) policies, healthcare access and utilization and underlying, population-level health inequities, and identify points of intervention at structural- and system-levels.

Jessica Howard, MHA

Jessica Howard graduated in May 2023 and began an administrative fellowship with the Duke Private Diagnostic Clinic.

The BSPH degree program with a major in Health Policy and Management prepares students with a strong public health foundation, in-depth knowledge of the U.S. health system and essential analytical, teamwork and management skills, who pursue careers as health leaders, managers, policymakers, practitioners, clinicians and researchers.

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The Master of Public Health (MPH) concentration in Health Policy trains the next generation of leaders in policymaking and practice so they can address the complex challenges of health care delivery.

The Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH) degree is particularly appropriate for individuals interested in pursuing careers at consulting firms, contract research organizations, federal and state government entities, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, health insurers, and international health organizations.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree combines rigorous training in research methodology with a substantive knowledge base. Graduates receive the academic foundation and research experience to become creative and independent researchers.

The Executive Doctoral Program in Health Leadership (DrPH) Program is designed for mid- to senior-level professionals who seek the skills to assume greater leadership roles in either public or private sector settings at the local, national and international levels.

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Health Policy and Management

The Health Policy and Management specialization emphasizes both research and the application of management and evaluation techniques. It’s designed to produce highly motivated and capable researchers and practitioners. It prepares students to undertake and disseminate original research and to make significant advances in the field.

It aims to attract applicants who wish to pursue specialized careers in academia or senior-level management positions within the health care industry.

This field of study offers both full and part-time options.

Required Courses

• B790  – Seminar on Management Theory
• B793 – Applied Multivariate Statistics
• B794 – Research Methods and Design
• C780 – Mixed Methods Research
• C781  – Health Economics and Evaluation
• C782 – Health Policy Analysis
• C783  – Research Issues in Health Management
• C715  – Health Care Funding and Resource Allocation
• C722 – Management of Population Health
• C725 – Managing Communications in Health Care
• C736 – Quality Management in Health Services
• C741 – Health Care Marketing
• C750 – Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Care
• Or a graduate level course from another department approved by your supervisor and the area chair.

Other Areas of Study

• Human Resources and Management
• Information Systems
• Management Science
• Strategic Management

About the Program

The Summer Program in Epidemiology aims to provide undergraduates with a comprehensive understanding of the vital link between mathematics, quantitative methods, and public health, helping them realize their interest in pursuing Epidemiology at a career or academic level. Through interactive coursework and hands-on experiences, participants develop analytical skills, track trends, identify risk factors, and devise effective public health strategies. Held in *Boston over six weeks, the program emphasizes quantitative proficiency and practical application through data analysis and strategy development. By gaining a solid understanding of statistical methods and epidemiological principles, interns are equipped for meaningful contributions to public health research, policy-making, and professional roles.

* Location may be subject to change at the discretion of The Department of Epidemiology 

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• Attend ODI workshops.
• Receive support from alumni mentors.
• Collaborate on research projects with faculty and postdocs.
• Deliver presentations to faculty, staff, current students, and fellow interns to share the conclusions of their research projects.

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6 Benefits of a Master’s in Healthcare Management

Mar 14, 2024 | Online MS in Management , Online MS in Management: Digital Transformation in Healthcare Blog

Healthcare environments are rapidly evolving. Due to changing patient needs, medical advancements, and greater use of data and technology, there’s been a shift in what facilities expect out of their employees.  

For example, advanced education has become vital for healthcare professionals to stay proficient amidst the digital transformation in healthcare . That’s why so many healthcare professionals are earning a degree in healthcare management.  

Whether you’re interested in healthcare administration , policymaking, or information systems , here’s a closer look at what you can expect from a master’s degree in healthcare management at Northeastern.  

Ready to apply? Request an application fee waiver

What is healthcare management      .

While direct-care providers who work one-on-one with patients are often the “face” of healthcare systems, there are several decision-makers behind the scenes who keep the facilities running. These are often MDs assuming practice management responsibilities—but just as often not.  

  “Healthcare management is both managing current operations and innovating on those operations to improve medical outcomes,” says Marc Meyer, Professor of Entrepreneurship at Northeastern’s D’Amore-McKim College of Business and Faculty Director of the program.  

  Some examples of these operations include:   

• Hiring qualified staff
• Overseeing facility finances
• Allocating resources
• Organizing health data  

  In many ways, healthcare management is the coordination of processes, people, and resources involved in the delivery of healthcare services.   

  Northeastern’s students come from a variety of career backgrounds in clinical care management and quality assurance, including nursing managers and administrative staff that manage patient intake, inpatient flow, and discharge. There are also students who represent the multitude of administrators that manage personnel, IT, facilities, and marketing for healthcare enterprises. In large organizations, these roles manage substantial research operations or pathology and other types of lab services.  

 “This shows how vast and complex healthcare delivery really is. is, with an incredible range of roles to manage different aspects of that delivery,” Meyer says.

 What Is a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Management ?  

For those interested in the operations of healthcare facilities there are several non-clinical career paths that can make an impact on patient outcomes.  

A master’s in healthcare management is an advanced degree designed to equip students with the comprehensive skills and knowledge needed to lead and manage healthcare organizations effectively.   

It covers a broad range of core topics, including:   

• Healthcare finance  
• Healthcare ethics  
• Enterprise competitive strategy  
• Healthcare supply chain management  
• Data analytics and quality measurement  
• Operations management and services innovation in healthcare  
• Healthcare economics and policy  

Northeastern’s Online MS in Management programs touch on all of these topics, preparing students to handle the business side of healthcare operations in various industries, such as hospitals, clinics, government agencies, and other healthcare settings.    

  The two programs Northeastern offers include:   

• Digital Transformation in Healthcare : Focuses on the role of data analytics, clinical decision support systems, data management, and machine learning to improve the quality of care. A major part of each course is applying course methods to personal projects at real organizations, like medical device manufacturers, medical software companies, or government agencies.  
• Healthcare Administration : Provides a more comprehensive education on the “people side” of healthcare, including leadership, multifunctional team management, negotiations, workforce planning, and DEI enablement.   

No matter what degree students choose, they can take electives from the other track in their own course of study. Our goal is to empower individuals to make a meaningful impact on patients, their organizations, and their career. The courses provide a blend of technical, managerial, and healthcare-specific knowledge that enables graduates to innovate, streamline, and enhance the healthcare delivery and management system.  

6 Benefits of Earning a Master’s in Healthcare Management at Northeastern Online

I f you’re concerned about the time commitment of a master’s degree program, earning an online master’s degree might be the right option for you. Here are six benefits of earning an online healthcare management degree at Northeastern . 

1. Flexibility  

Online education has emerged as a popular route for professionals who want to further their education without disrupting their careers. In fact, online institutions enroll nearly 15 percent of U.S postsecondary students —or 2.79 million learners according to Forbes.  

  Online master’s programs—like the ones offered at Northeastern—provide a flexible and accessible way for individuals to enhance their skills and knowledge with asynchronous courses and optional, but highly encouraged, live faculty connect sessions.   

“You’re not going to have to take four years off and get a degree in data science or something,” Meyer says. “Instead you’ll take some short, powerful courses that get you up to speed on healthcare today and give you the space to then apply it.”

2. Career Advancement

Earning an advanced education can empower both healthcare and non-clinical professionals to overcome the gaps in their understanding of the business side of the industry. This is often the key barrier preventing them from achieving leadership positions.  

“Many people in the healthcare industry didn’t go to business school,” says Meyer. “So one reason to get this advanced degree is to learn that aspect of healthcare that can get you a seat at the table.”  

Northeastern’s online master’s degree in healthcare management programs are designed to cultivate leadership and strategic planning skills, crucial for career advancement in today’s complex healthcare system. By equipping students with these competencies, the programs prepare them to navigate today’s top challenges in the healthcare sector.

3. Faculty Expertise 

Relocating for grad school isn’t a viable option for everyone. However, Northeastern’s online degree programs make it possible for any professional to learn from industry leaders at the D’Amore-McKim School of Business and Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.  

For instance, Dr. John Halamka , Northeastern’s faculty co-director and president of the Mayo Clinic platform, previously served as Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center’s chief information officer. He has advised on healthcare information strategies for the Bush and Obama administrations and helped shape the Biden administration’s AI healthcare policy.  

Learning from experienced professionals like Dr. Halamka offers students unparalleled insights into the industry. And, ultimately, this engagement with industry leaders provides valuable perspectives that can prepare them for a successful career in healthcare management.

4. Experiential Learning 

Healthcare professionals who want to become leaders need to grow and reinforce their skills by practicing, not just studying theories or watching others. Northeastern’s degree programs engage students through experiential learning to strengthen critical thinking and decision-making skills.   

Past students at Northeastern’ have worked on various projects through this model that gave them the space to explore their passions, such as:   

• Overseeing a mini clinic in Vietnam  
• Improving mental health treatment in young children  
• Managing medication safety in hospitals  

This hands-on approach enables students to apply their knowledge in real-time, enhancing their ability to evaluate problems and improve the solutions they develop.

5. Network Opportunities 

Networking is a key advantage of pursuing a graduate education. In this setting, learners collaborate with goal-oriented professionals who are passionate about their work and bring a wealth of diverse experience.

Northeastern’s expansive network of 50,000 D’Amore-McKim School of Business alumni, students engage in rich exchanges with peers, faculty, and industry leaders through discussion groups and roundtables, enhancing their management skills and competitive edge in the industry.

“You’re gonna meet a bunch of teachers who are working in prestigious organizations, not just at Northeastern, but the Mayo Clinic and elsewhere,” Meyer says. “And then you’re gonna be surrounded by other mid-career professionals who will be very important sounding boards as you move forward in your career.”

6. Specialized Field of Study

Specialization is the key to developing expert skills that prepare you to take on challenging roles. Northeastern’s two specializations offer cutting-edge curriculum that reflects the latest trends and advancements, and the courses are continually updated to ensure graduates learn the most relevant information.

The Digital Transformation in Healthcare teaches managers, direct care providers, and transitioning professionals how to leverage data and technology to improve the efficiency and quality of healthcare services.   

“We start with core innovation principles and methods from across industry,” Meyer says.”Then, we dig into healthcare specific applications.”   

The program explores topics like:  

• Telemedicine  
• Data security,  
• Mobile and remote health applications  

At the same time, the curriculum addresses the risk factors of data-driven decision-making and the importance of reducing bias in generative AI solutions.  

The Healthcare Administration is tailored to mid-career healthcare professionals and people transitioning from other fields. The program equips graduates to master the core responsibilities of operations management across patient services, quality management, and connectivity for healthcare. It also helps students develop skills in negotiation, workforce planning, and DEI management.  

Start Your Future Career in Healthcare Management  

Starting a career in healthcare management with a master’s degree isn’t just about securing a certain role, it’s also about setting a solid foundation for long-term professional advancement and success.  

“Don’t think about your next job,” Meyer says. “Think about the next job after and how education fits into your longer-term career path.”  

By choosing Northeastern’s graduate degrees in healthcare management, you’re not only deepening your understanding of essential leadership principles but also engaging in an educational experience that combines experiential learning with an innovative curriculum that can take your career to the next level.  

For details on the Online MS in Management programs, contact an admissions counselor to see how they match your goals.    

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About the Concentration in Health Economics and Policy

The concentration in Health Economics and Policy prepares doctoral students to address the most pressing challenges in health and health care through innovative, rigorous and interdisciplinary research in the field of health economics. This program integrates traditional training in economics with practical training in health policy and health services research to train the next generation of health economists.

The curriculum offers a broad exposure to the health economics literature and public health disciplines, and stresses the policy implications of these fields of research. The curriculum stresses a foundation in applied modern microeconomic theory, economic evaluation, quantitative methods and econometrics, including PhD-level courses from the Department of Economics in the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences.

Doctoral students are paired with a faculty adviser from the Health Economics concentration with similar research interests. Faculty in the Health Economics concentration are working in a variety of research areas including understanding health insurance design, the economic implications of health and health care disparities, market forces and health care prices, pharmaceutical economics, and payment design and access. Doctoral students will also have the opportunity to work with other faculty within the Department, as well as faculty from other Departments including International Health, Population, Family, and Reproductive Health, Biostatistics, the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, the Carey Business School, and the Department of Economics. Students also often work with various centers and initiatives across the University, including the Hopkins Business of Health Initiative.

What Can You Do With a Graduate Degree In Health Economics And Policy?

The program prepares students for successful research careers as health economists. Former students have gone onto careers in academia, government, research-oriented non-profits, and the private sector.

View a list of selected recent graduates and dissertation titles for the PhD Concentration in Health Economics and Policy.

Curriculum for the Concentration in Health Economics and Policy

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Matthew Eisenberg, PhD, MPhil,

uses applied health economics methods to study how consumers make decisions about their healthcare.

All accepted PhD students receive a standard funding package.  As of September 1, 2023 this package includes full tuition support, a $30,000 per year stipend, individual health, dental, and vision insurance and the University Health Services clinic fee for four years.

For funding sources, please see PhD funding page .

Need-Based Relocation Grants Students who  are admitted to PhD programs at JHU starting in Fall 2023 or beyond can apply to receive a $1500 need-based grant to offset the costs of relocating to be able to attend JHU.   These grants provide funding to a portion of incoming students who, without this money, may otherwise not be able to afford to relocate to JHU for their PhD program. This is not a merit-based grant. Applications will be evaluated solely based on financial need.  View more information about the need-based relocation grants for PhD students .

Questions about the program? We're happy to help. [email protected] 410-955-2488

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Master's degree programs, description of program, degree requirements, special opportunities.

The online M.P.H. in Public Health Administration program prepares students to assume leadership roles in the public and private sectors and to effectively create and implement policies and manage programs that promote the public’s health.  Coursework is completed in health policy, finance and budgeting, program evaluation, leadership, legal issues, and resource acquisition and management. Students have the opportunity for significant research and practice involvement with public health and health services organizations in Indiana and beyond.

A minimum of 44 graduate credit hours is required for this program. A minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) is required for graduation. A minimum grade of C is required in each course. All electives for completing the degree must be approved by the advisor. Prerequisite courses may be prescribed for students lacking sufficient background for graduate study in public health.

M.P.H. Master of Public Health Degree Requirements (44–47 credits)

M.p.h. degree core (20 credits).

Public Health Foundations Requirement (0 credits) All M.P.H. students must complete the Public Health Foundations online course no later than the end of their first semester of graduate study. Complete details and registration information for this course can be found  iu.instructure.com/enroll/MNG3L6

Integrated Public Health Core (12 credits) Complete each of the following courses.

• SPH-X 601 Assessment and Public Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-X 650 Evidence-Based Approaches to Public Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-X 660 Population Health Determinates (3 cr.)
• SPH-X 685 Public Health Policy and Politics (3 cr.)

Professional Development and Practical Experiences (8 credits) Complete each of the following courses.

• SPH-X 610 Professional Development Seminar 1 (2 cr.)
• SPH-X 611 Professional Development Seminar 2 (2 cr.)
• SPH-X 696 Professional Practice Experience in Public Health (4 cr.)

Public Health Administration Concentration (12 credits)

Required Concentration Courses (12 credits) Complete each of the following courses.

• SPH-H 661 Legal Issues in Public Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-H 662 Acquiring and Managing External Funds (3 cr.)
• SPH-P 680 Public Health Economics (3 cr.)
• SPH-X 561 Finance and Budgeting (3 cr.)

Option1: Additional M.P.H. Concentration or Graduate Certificate (12–15 credits)

Complete all courses in one of the eight following choices. (12 credits)

M.P.H. concentration in Social, Behavioral, and Community Health (12 credits) (in-person only) Successful completion of the following four courses earns the student a second concentration in Social, Behavioral, and Community Health.

• SPH-B 589 Theory & Conceptual Frameworks in Public Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-B 602 Intervention Design (3 cr.)
• SPH-H 562 Health Program Evaluation (3 cr.)
• SPH-_ ___ A Behavioral, Social, and Community Health Elective Approved by the M.P.H. Advisor (3 cr.)

M.P.H. concentration in Physical Activity (12 credits) (this concentration is paused) Successful completion of the following four courses earns the student a second concentration in Physical Activity.

• SPH-K 553 Physical Activity & Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-K 556 Physical Activity Assessment (3 cr.)
• SPH-K 557 Physical Activity Across the Lifespan (3 cr.)
• SPH-K 565 Physical Activity Behavioral Interventions (3 cr.)

M.P.H. concentration in Epidemiology (12 credits) (note: courses offered online in this concentration are synchronous) Successful completion of the following requirements earns the student a second M.P.H. concentration in Epidemiology.

• SPH-E 658 Intermediate Epidemiology (3 cr.)
• SPH-E 659 Intermediate Epidemiological Methods (3 cr.)
• SPH-Q 611 Statistical Packages in Research (3 cr.)
• SPH-E 657 Social Epidemiology (3 cr.)

Complete one course (3 credits) from the following courses.

• SPH-E 650 Special Topics in Epidemiology (3cr.)
• SPH-E 653 Chronic Disease Epidemiology (3 cr.)
• SPH-E 655 Infectious Disease Epidemiology (3 cr.)
• SPH-E 656 Genetic Epidemiology (3 cr.)
• SPH-E 680 Nutritional Epidemiology (3 cr.)

Successful completion of the following requirements earns the student a second M.P.H. concentration in Environmental Health.

• SPH-V 541 Environmental Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 542 Principles of Toxicology (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 545 Exposure Assessment and Control (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 546 Risk Assessment, Policy and Toxic Regulations (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 548 Environmental and Occupational Epidemiology (3 cr.)

Online Graduate Certificate in Safety Management (12 credits) Successful completion of the following four courses earns the student an online graduate Certificate in Safety Management.

• SPH-S 502 Instructional Strategies for Safety Education (3 cr.)
• SPH-S 513 Safety Management in Business and Industry (3 cr.)
• SPH-S 610 Occupational Risk Management (3 cr.)
• SPH-S 632 Safety & Health Program Design (3 cr.)

Online Graduate Certificate in Addiction Intervention (15 credits) (this certificate is paused) Successful completion of the following five courses earns the student an online graduate Certificate in Addiction Intervention.

• SPH-H 664 Public Health Approaches to Substance Use Disorder Prevention for Adolescents and Young Adults (3 cr.)
• SPH-H 665 Substance Use DisorderTreatment for Adolescents and Young Adults in the Context of Public Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-H 670 Introduction to Co-Occurring Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders for Public Health Professionals (3 cr.)
• SPH-H 667 History of Public Health Approaches to Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery for Adolescents and Young Adults (3 cr.)
• SPH-H 668 Motivational Interviewing (3 cr.)

Option2: Other Electives (12 credits)

Complete 12 credits of graduate level elective courses to be chosen in consultation with the student’s M.P.H. advisor.

Degree programs in public health balance theoretical knowledge with professional experience through internships and opportunities to work with faculty on research, teaching, and service projects. The Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) degree program is accredited by the Council for Education in Public Health (CEPH).

Public health careers can be found in regulatory agencies; advocacy groups; professional associations; think tanks; consulting firms; local, state, and federal government agencies; nonprofit organizations; businesses and corporations; hospitals; county health departments; universities; and with health foundations and health-based grant projects. A public health degree specializing in public health administration can lead to career positions such as the following:

• Evaluation Specialist
• Public Health Advisor
• Public Health Policy Analyst
• Public Health Research Coordinator
• Program Manager
• Project Director
• Program Coordinator
• Public Health Consultant

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