Master in Public Health

Program Description

The 2 years full time post graduate Programme has been designed to focus on developing a strong public health structure in India and countries with similar conditions. Students will be trained to enhance the efficiency & effectiveness of the government's plans & policies related to health care at primary and secondary levels. It will also help to gather data, interpret and make recommendations to various agencies for planning and allocating the resources.

Programme Educational Objectives:

PEO1- Graduates will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the field of public health.
PEO2- Graduates will identify the health problems and needs of a defined population.
PEO3- Graduates will be able to demonstrate leadership qualities by communicating effectively in an interdisciplinary environment, either individually or in a group.
PEO4- Understand the social ecological approach to health promotion and disease prevention.
PEO5- Graduates will discuss key elements of the policy processes and apply them to overcome public health related issues.

Programme Outcomes:

On successful completion of this programme, graduates will be able to:

PO1- Demonstrate knowledge and skills acquired through programmes to practice the profession of public health.
PO2- Plan, implement and evaluate programs to address identified public health needs in cooperation with community members
PO3- Describe how societal, organizational, and individual factors influence public health.
PO4- Assure conditions that protect and promote the health of population
PO5- Implement a public health program that reflects communication, leadership and advocacy skills.
PO6- Describe the ethical and legal bases for public health services.
PO7- Apply appropriate methods to assess the risk of communicable and non-communicable diseases in the diverse community.
PO8- Use ethical standards for achieving organizational and community health goals.
PO9- Recognize the current and emerging public health issues on local, state, national and global levels.
PO10- Recognize the need to engage in lifelong learning through continuous education and research.

Programme Highlights

Distinctive academic curriculum, qualified and competent faculty members, transfer of knowledge through scholarly activities, interdisciplinary project based learning, collaboration with renowned organizations, exceptional computing facilities, industry interaction and internships will provide the best platform to learn aspects of Public Health. Some of the major areas that will be covered include Introduction to Health Policy & Management, Fundamentals of Epidemiology, Strategic Planning and Marketing, Health Law and Ethics and Health Policy and Healthcare Financial Management.

Career Avenues

Program : Master in Public Health (MPH): The program opens endless avenues in the field of practice, employment, research and consultancy in both National and International Arena. Some of the jobs profile in different sectors are:

Healthcare Administrators: Graduates can become Healthcare administrators who oversee the daily operations of a hospital, research lab, physician practice, or other healthcare facilities. They develop organizational goals, manage the facility’s budget and finances, and work to ensure patients are receiving quality, efficient care.

Academics: Students can start their career as Teachers in Public health institutions.Students can also study further to increase their qualifications for better job opportunities and to become academicians. Ph.D. can be pursued after the MPH Program.Students can start their career as Teachers in Public health institutions.

Epidemiologists:Graduates can work as an Epidemiologist who studies the patterns of disease and aim to improve public health outcomes by publishing research, establishing community education programs, or developing new health policies. They collect, analyze, and communicate data to health practitioners, policymakers, and the public, and work to prevent future outbreaks.

Social and Community Service Managers: Graduates can work as a social and community manager.These managers supervise social service programs and community outreach organizations, such as substance abuse clinics, homeless shelters, and mental health facilities. They often oversee budgets, write grant and funding proposals, recruit and train volunteers, and plan initiatives to increase awareness and support of their programs.

Health Counselors: Graduates can work as health counselors. These counselors advise patients who suffer from alcoholism, mental health issues, drug addiction, eating disorders, or other behavioral problems. They evaluate patients’ health, recommend treatment programs, and refer clients to other services, such as job placement organizations and support groups.

Entry Requirements: Candidates who have completed graduation are eligible to apply. Preference will be given to those candidates who have completed MBBS / BDS /AYUSH / B.Sc. (Nursing) / B. Pharm/ B.PTor equivalent degree in sciences from UGC approved university.in addition candidates will also have to successfully complete a Goenka Aptitude Test for Admission (GATA) and appear for a personal interview.