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45 credits - Global Health Policy & Systems is the area of public health concerned with decisions that translate evidence and political will into authoritative public agreement and interventions. Global Health Policy & Systems focuses on global and national health systems, including medical care and public health services. Global Health Policy & Systems is concerned with the allocation of resources across countries and organizations, and the implementation of programs as solutions to the achievement of health goals. This program considers institutions, units of authority, a variety of organizations, roles of people within such structures, and service arrangements within diverse national and local health systems. Global Health Policy & Systems addresses health challenges of interdependent nations, regions and sectors with multiple cultures, different levels of development, a variety of capacities, and coexistent values.
Global Health Policy & Systems is the area of public health concerned with decisions that translate evidence and political will into authoritative public agreement and interventions. Global Health Policy & Systems focuses on global and national health systems, including medical care and public health services. Global Health Policy & Systems is concerned with the allocation of resources across countries and organizations, and the implementation of programs as solutions to the achievement of health goals. This program considers institutions, units of authority, a variety of organizations, roles of people within such structures, and service arrangements within diverse national and local health systems. Global Health Policy & Systems addresses health challenges of interdependent nations, regions and sectors with multiple cultures, different levels of development, a variety of capacities, and coexistent values.
The mission of the GW Master of Public Health (MPH) in Global Health Policy & Systems program is to prepare professionals to assist in public health decision making pertaining to national, regional and worldwide interventions and institutions; to support policy analysis and utilize diverse analytic tools including epidemiology and international comparative policy methods paying particular attention to culture and equity. These leaders will integrate scientific knowledge and global evidence to advise decision making and action by diverse global health systems and other sectors and to provide insight on policies and processes that impact population health, all with an emphasis to underserved populations and development.
At the George Washington University, we are proud to educate students who are committed to improving public health on a global scale and engaging in and promoting public service. We emphasize these qualities in the MPH in Global Health Policy & Systems program because they are essential for future health professionals and public health practitioners. In addition, we’re certain that Global Health Policy & Systems graduates can:
Assess the burden and determinants of health problems, their social distribution and inequities, and the interdependence of countries.
Apply common economic, epidemiological, and comparative policy analysis methods and tools for evidence to assess burden of disease, determining efficacy and effectiveness of interventions for global infectious and chronic disease control.
Use global evidence for local action using systematic reviews and local facts to drive well informed health policy decisions. Translate evidence to support program and health systems policy recommendations.
Work with other disciplines and with sectors beyond health to develop innovative policy options.
Develop strong cultural sensitivity and intercultural competency within diverse health and political systems
Act in global health diplomacy in policy-shaping and negotiations to improve health while strengthening relations among nations.
Assume leadership roles in the global health policy development process.
Work with methodological rigor of international policy design, program priority setting, and negotiation.
Communicate the results of research to a culturally broad set of constituents.
Flexible Programming
To help students fit graduate school into their daily life, Milken Institute SPH provides flexible course offerings, which allows Global Health Policy & Systems students to take up to 15 credits online.
Program Prerequisites
There are no specific prerequisites for entering the Global Health Policy & Systems master’s program, other than a bachelor’s degree or higher degree. Students who are especially interested in working with diverse populations and those who wish to study broad categories of health policy are candidates for this MPH in Global Health Policy & Systems. Note, preference may be given to applicants who:
Exhibit a background with extensive inter-cultural experience(s);
Have multiple language skills. Fluency in English plus other languages, including native languages, are strongly preferred;
Show relationships with institutions within USA and in other countries (developed or developing) that could safely host and offer a programmed and structured experience to the students exposing them to work teams and populations of different cultures.
Are professionals in decision making positions and able to exhibit an understanding of the challenges and opportunities represented by them by their diverse experiences.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
MPH
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
45 credits - Global Health Policy & Systems is the area of public health concerned with decisions that translate evidence and political will into authoritative public agreement and interventions. Global Health Policy & Systems focuses on global and national health systems, including medical care and public health services. Global Health Policy & Systems is concerned with the allocation of resources across countries and organizations, and the implementation of programs as solutions to the achievement of health goals. This program considers institutions, units of authority, a variety of organizations, roles of people within such structures, and service arrangements within diverse national and local health systems. Global Health Policy & Systems addresses health challenges of interdependent nations, regions and sectors with multiple cultures, different levels of development, a variety of capacities, and coexistent values.
Global Health Policy & Systems is the area of public health concerned with decisions that translate evidence and political will into authoritative public agreement and interventions. Global Health Policy & Systems focuses on global and national health systems, including medical care and public health services. Global Health Policy & Systems is concerned with the allocation of resources across countries and organizations, and the implementation of programs as solutions to the achievement of health goals. This program considers institutions, units of authority, a variety of organizations, roles of people within such structures, and service arrangements within diverse national and local health systems. Global Health Policy & Systems addresses health challenges of interdependent nations, regions and sectors with multiple cultures, different levels of development, a variety of capacities, and coexistent values.
The mission of the GW Master of Public Health (MPH) in Global Health Policy & Systems program is to prepare professionals to assist in public health decision making pertaining to national, regional and worldwide interventions and institutions; to support policy analysis and utilize diverse analytic tools including epidemiology and international comparative policy methods paying particular attention to culture and equity. These leaders will integrate scientific knowledge and global evidence to advise decision making and action by diverse global health systems and other sectors and to provide insight on policies and processes that impact population health, all with an emphasis to underserved populations and development.
At the George Washington University, we are proud to educate students who are committed to improving public health on a global scale and engaging in and promoting public service. We emphasize these qualities in the MPH in Global Health Policy & Systems program because they are essential for future health professionals and public health practitioners. In addition, we’re certain that Global Health Policy & Systems graduates can:
Assess the burden and determinants of health problems, their social distribution and inequities, and the interdependence of countries.
Apply common economic, epidemiological, and comparative policy analysis methods and tools for evidence to assess burden of disease, determining efficacy and effectiveness of interventions for global infectious and chronic disease control.
Use global evidence for local action using systematic reviews and local facts to drive well informed health policy decisions. Translate evidence to support program and health systems policy recommendations.
Work with other disciplines and with sectors beyond health to develop innovative policy options.
Develop strong cultural sensitivity and intercultural competency within diverse health and political systems
Act in global health diplomacy in policy-shaping and negotiations to improve health while strengthening relations among nations.
Assume leadership roles in the global health policy development process.
Work with methodological rigor of international policy design, program priority setting, and negotiation.
Communicate the results of research to a culturally broad set of constituents.
Flexible Programming
To help students fit graduate school into their daily life, Milken Institute SPH provides flexible course offerings, which allows Global Health Policy & Systems students to take up to 15 credits online.
Program Prerequisites
There are no specific prerequisites for entering the Global Health Policy & Systems master’s program, other than a bachelor’s degree or higher degree. Students who are especially interested in working with diverse populations and those who wish to study broad categories of health policy are candidates for this MPH in Global Health Policy & Systems. Note, preference may be given to applicants who:
Exhibit a background with extensive inter-cultural experience(s);
Have multiple language skills. Fluency in English plus other languages, including native languages, are strongly preferred;
Show relationships with institutions within USA and in other countries (developed or developing) that could safely host and offer a programmed and structured experience to the students exposing them to work teams and populations of different cultures.
Are professionals in decision making positions and able to exhibit an understanding of the challenges and opportunities represented by them by their diverse experiences.
Admission Requirements
7+
99+
Application Requirements and Deadlines
Application Requirements
The Milken Institute School of Public Health uses the Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS) to submit graduate applications for residential (on-campus) programs. This central application allows prospective graduate students to apply to multiple accredited schools of public health. Students applying only to our Master of Health Administration (MHA) program may also apply through HAMPCAS and students applying to the online MPH@GW and MHA@GW should apply directly on their program-specific website.
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION - All applicants must submit a minimum of three letters of recommendation.
PERSONAL STATEMENT - Up to 1500 words. Tell your story focusing on your initial interest in public health, your interest in the Milken Institute School of Public Health at GW, and your preferred area of study.
RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE
GRE - The GRE is only required for the PhD in Health Data Science Biostatistics Concentration - regardless of prior academic or professional experience.
Send GRE scores to SOPHAS Code 5268. GRE is strongly recommended but not required for the other PhD programs. Applicants may voluntarily submit their Graduate Record Examination test scores to help the admissions committee better understand academic readiness for the program.
INTERVIEW - MHA and Doctoral applicants only. Selected applicants being considered for the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) concentrations, PhD in Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Master of Health Administration (MHA) may be required to take part in an in-person or virtual interview. Program administrators will contact you directly to schedule an interview should you be selected.
SUPPLEMENTAL FORM - Once SOPHAS has verified your application, you will receive an email with instructions and credentials to access the GW application portal. Upon logging in, you must complete the supplemental form found on your checklist.
TRANSCRIPTS - Enrolling students must have received a bachelor’s degree (master’s for most doctoral programs) from an accredited college or university. Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned or the program was completed.
US CREDITS - Applicants who attended a college or university in the United States must submit a course-by-course transcript to SOPHAS for processing.
STUDY ABROAD CREDITS - Applicants that completed a study abroad experience as part of their post-secondary education do not need to submit a transcript from the study abroad institution nor obtain a course-by-course foreign transcript evaluation if the grade appears on your official transcript.
It is important to only include institutions in which the degree was earned on the SOPHAS or HAMPCAS application. Listing study abroad institutions will require an official transcript to be sent to SOPHAS or HAMPCAS that may lead to delays in the application review process. The Office of Admissions & Enrollment reserves the right to request a foreign transcript for applicants.
24 Months
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Domestic
43,800 USD
International
43,799 USD
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Master's of Public Health (MPH) - Global Health Policy and Systems
Foggy Bottom Campus, Washington D.C., United States
24 monthsProgramme duration
43,799 USDTuition Fee/year
Health/HealthcareMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
MPH
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
45 credits - Global Health Policy & Systems is the area of public health concerned with decisions that translate evidence and political will into authoritative public agreement and interventions. Global Health Policy & Systems focuses on global and national health systems, including medical care and public health services. Global Health Policy & Systems is concerned with the allocation of resources across countries and organizations, and the implementation of programs as solutions to the achievement of health goals. This program considers institutions, units of authority, a variety of organizations, roles of people within such structures, and service arrangements within diverse national and local health systems. Global Health Policy & Systems addresses health challenges of interdependent nations, regions and sectors with multiple cultures, different levels of development, a variety of capacities, and coexistent values.
Global Health Policy & Systems is the area of public health concerned with decisions that translate evidence and political will into authoritative public agreement and interventions. Global Health Policy & Systems focuses on global and national health systems, including medical care and public health services. Global Health Policy & Systems is concerned with the allocation of resources across countries and organizations, and the implementation of programs as solutions to the achievement of health goals. This program considers institutions, units of authority, a variety of organizations, roles of people within such structures, and service arrangements within diverse national and local health systems. Global Health Policy & Systems addresses health challenges of interdependent nations, regions and sectors with multiple cultures, different levels of development, a variety of capacities, and coexistent values.
The mission of the GW Master of Public Health (MPH) in Global Health Policy & Systems program is to prepare professionals to assist in public health decision making pertaining to national, regional and worldwide interventions and institutions; to support policy analysis and utilize diverse analytic tools including epidemiology and international comparative policy methods paying particular attention to culture and equity. These leaders will integrate scientific knowledge and global evidence to advise decision making and action by diverse global health systems and other sectors and to provide insight on policies and processes that impact population health, all with an emphasis to underserved populations and development.
At the George Washington University, we are proud to educate students who are committed to improving public health on a global scale and engaging in and promoting public service. We emphasize these qualities in the MPH in Global Health Policy & Systems program because they are essential for future health professionals and public health practitioners. In addition, we’re certain that Global Health Policy & Systems graduates can:
Flexible Programming
To help students fit graduate school into their daily life, Milken Institute SPH provides flexible course offerings, which allows Global Health Policy & Systems students to take up to 15 credits online.
Program Prerequisites
There are no specific prerequisites for entering the Global Health Policy & Systems master’s program, other than a bachelor’s degree or higher degree. Students who are especially interested in working with diverse populations and those who wish to study broad categories of health policy are candidates for this MPH in Global Health Policy & Systems. Note, preference may be given to applicants who:
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
MPH
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
45 credits - Global Health Policy & Systems is the area of public health concerned with decisions that translate evidence and political will into authoritative public agreement and interventions. Global Health Policy & Systems focuses on global and national health systems, including medical care and public health services. Global Health Policy & Systems is concerned with the allocation of resources across countries and organizations, and the implementation of programs as solutions to the achievement of health goals. This program considers institutions, units of authority, a variety of organizations, roles of people within such structures, and service arrangements within diverse national and local health systems. Global Health Policy & Systems addresses health challenges of interdependent nations, regions and sectors with multiple cultures, different levels of development, a variety of capacities, and coexistent values.
Global Health Policy & Systems is the area of public health concerned with decisions that translate evidence and political will into authoritative public agreement and interventions. Global Health Policy & Systems focuses on global and national health systems, including medical care and public health services. Global Health Policy & Systems is concerned with the allocation of resources across countries and organizations, and the implementation of programs as solutions to the achievement of health goals. This program considers institutions, units of authority, a variety of organizations, roles of people within such structures, and service arrangements within diverse national and local health systems. Global Health Policy & Systems addresses health challenges of interdependent nations, regions and sectors with multiple cultures, different levels of development, a variety of capacities, and coexistent values.
The mission of the GW Master of Public Health (MPH) in Global Health Policy & Systems program is to prepare professionals to assist in public health decision making pertaining to national, regional and worldwide interventions and institutions; to support policy analysis and utilize diverse analytic tools including epidemiology and international comparative policy methods paying particular attention to culture and equity. These leaders will integrate scientific knowledge and global evidence to advise decision making and action by diverse global health systems and other sectors and to provide insight on policies and processes that impact population health, all with an emphasis to underserved populations and development.
At the George Washington University, we are proud to educate students who are committed to improving public health on a global scale and engaging in and promoting public service. We emphasize these qualities in the MPH in Global Health Policy & Systems program because they are essential for future health professionals and public health practitioners. In addition, we’re certain that Global Health Policy & Systems graduates can:
Flexible Programming
To help students fit graduate school into their daily life, Milken Institute SPH provides flexible course offerings, which allows Global Health Policy & Systems students to take up to 15 credits online.
Program Prerequisites
There are no specific prerequisites for entering the Global Health Policy & Systems master’s program, other than a bachelor’s degree or higher degree. Students who are especially interested in working with diverse populations and those who wish to study broad categories of health policy are candidates for this MPH in Global Health Policy & Systems. Note, preference may be given to applicants who:
Admission Requirements
Application Requirements and Deadlines
Application RequirementsThe Milken Institute School of Public Health uses the Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS) to submit graduate applications for residential (on-campus) programs. This central application allows prospective graduate students to apply to multiple accredited schools of public health. Students applying only to our Master of Health Administration (MHA) program may also apply through HAMPCAS and students applying to the online MPH@GW and MHA@GW should apply directly on their program-specific website.
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION - All applicants must submit a minimum of three letters of recommendation.
PERSONAL STATEMENT - Up to 1500 words. Tell your story focusing on your initial interest in public health, your interest in the Milken Institute School of Public Health at GW, and your preferred area of study.
RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE
GRE - The GRE is only required for the PhD in Health Data Science Biostatistics Concentration - regardless of prior academic or professional experience.
Send GRE scores to SOPHAS Code 5268. GRE is strongly recommended but not required for the other PhD programs. Applicants may voluntarily submit their Graduate Record Examination test scores to help the admissions committee better understand academic readiness for the program.
INTERVIEW - MHA and Doctoral applicants only. Selected applicants being considered for the Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) concentrations, PhD in Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Master of Health Administration (MHA) may be required to take part in an in-person or virtual interview. Program administrators will contact you directly to schedule an interview should you be selected.
SUPPLEMENTAL FORM - Once SOPHAS has verified your application, you will receive an email with instructions and credentials to access the GW application portal. Upon logging in, you must complete the supplemental form found on your checklist.
TRANSCRIPTS - Enrolling students must have received a bachelor’s degree (master’s for most doctoral programs) from an accredited college or university. Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned or the program was completed.
US CREDITS - Applicants who attended a college or university in the United States must submit a course-by-course transcript to SOPHAS for processing.
STUDY ABROAD CREDITS - Applicants that completed a study abroad experience as part of their post-secondary education do not need to submit a transcript from the study abroad institution nor obtain a course-by-course foreign transcript evaluation if the grade appears on your official transcript.
It is important to only include institutions in which the degree was earned on the SOPHAS or HAMPCAS application. Listing study abroad institutions will require an official transcript to be sent to SOPHAS or HAMPCAS that may lead to delays in the application review process. The Office of Admissions & Enrollment reserves the right to request a foreign transcript for applicants.
Domestic
International
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