The MPH Health Policy and Administration emphasis is delivered in an online format and not a traditional classroom setting. The degree can be completed in 15 months using a rigorous, concentrated format that includes four classes each semester (including a summer semester).

The prospective student must complete the Graduate School admission application online and pay the application fee at http://apps.usm.edu/graduate-school/grad-school-apps/.

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You can complete the online Master of Public Health in Health Policy and Administration in 15 months based on a full-time schedule averaging 4-5 courses per semester.

Some of the potential career options you may have include Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Compliance Managers, Medical and Health Services Managers, and Industrial Safety and Health Engineers. These roles involve responsibilities such as conducting research on pollutants and health hazards, ensuring organizational compliance with standards and regulations, managing medical and health services in various settings, and implementing safety programs in working environments.

All MPH Candidates must complete their culminating practicum experience during their last semester in the program. This fieldwork experience requires students to use their knowledge and skills gained academically in an off-campus public health agency. MPH candidates make meaningful contributions to these agencies and the experience gained from their hands-on work contributes to the student’s professional development.

Yes. You must pass a comprehensive examination (often called “comps”) to complete the MPH in Health Policy and Administration. Comprehensive examinations are usually taken over two days during the last semester of the program. Comprehensive examinations allow you to demonstrate your comprehension of public health and your emphasis area as well as apply the knowledge you have learned during the program.

No. A thesis is not required. The MPH in Health Policy and Administration is a comprehensive exam-based program. Students must pass a comprehensive examination to complete their degree. Comprehensive exams require online exam proctoring at an approved site.

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