COURSE CURRICULUM

The Public Health (Management and Leadership) MPH program offers a blend of core and optional modules designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to lead and manage within complex healthcare systems. Core modules such as Health Needs Assessment, Planning and Evaluation, Introduction to Research Methods, Economic Evaluation and Healthcare Financing, and Foundations in Health Policy, Leadership and Management provide a solid grounding in public health principles, policy analysis, and evidence-based decision-making. The Dissertation module allows students to apply their learning to an independent research project focused on a real-world health issue. Optional modules enable students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals, with choices including Epidemiology, Disaster and Emergency Management, Communicable Disease Control, and Health Promotion, among others. Students can also explore topics like Public Health Informatics, Managing People in Organisations, and Systematic Reviews and Critical Appraisal Techniques, which develop analytical, leadership, and management competencies. The course balances theoretical knowledge with practical applications, preparing graduates to effectively assess population health needs, design strategic interventions, and lead health programs with efficiency and innovation. This comprehensive curriculum supports careers in health policy, management, and global public health leadership roles.