MPH in Infectious Diseases
Key Facts
Overview
The COVID 19 pandemic has highlighted the need for capacity building for infectious diseases, not only in the developing world but also for the developed nations. The healthcare infrastructure worldwide has been caught by a surprise and is struggling to keep pace with the rapid contagion. Infectious disease specialists both at tertiary care and public health grassroots levels are important in treating and controlling infectious diseases.
There is a tremendous need for infectious disease professionals worldwide. In addition, continuous training of healthcare professionals is extremely important, to help them know about the evolving best practices in the management of novel and emerging infectious diseases.
The ‘MPH Infectious Diseases’ program provides a focussed understanding of infectious diseases including microbiology principles, public health, nosocomial infections, epidemiology, biostatistics, nutrition, immunology, research methodology, surveillance and drug development.
This is a comprehensive program for students to acquire an advanced understanding of diverse infectious diseases including their diagnosis, treatment, control, and epidemiology. Towards the end of the program, students complete a project under the mentorship of an expert infectious disease specialist.
The program is comprised of 138 ECTS credits and can be completed in about 18 months. For a detailed list of courses taught in this program, please refer to the curriculum.
After completion of 42 credits, an interim qualification of Advanced Diploma in Public Health Management is awarded. This part of your studies only includes coursework. This is followed by the completion of additional 72 credits via coursework and 24 credits via dissertation under the guidance of a mentor.
Curriculum
Specialization Courses:
Infectious Disease: Past and Present
Principles of Biology
Basic Microbiology
Immunology of Infection and Vaccines
Parasitic Infections
Bacterial Infections
Viral Infections
Fungal Infections
Hospital-Associated Infections
Nutrition & Infection
Medical Anthropology in Public Health
Drug Development for Infectious Diseases
Dissertation
This program is conducted fully online in an asyncronous format.
Once you are enrolled you will be provided a username and password to login to our e-Campus. All the courses that you are supposed to study will be available in your account. You can log in and complete your courses at any time of your convenience. Study materials are provided in the form of lectures, reading materials, additional videos, research papers, and so on. The faculty can be contacted for any assistance when required. All tests and assignment submissions also take place via the e-Campus. For more information please refer to the online learning section of the website.
How much does it cost?
Optional Dual Degree
With this program, you have an option to pursue a second master's degree (MBA in Healthcare Leadership) via our partner institution, Rushford Business School, Switzerland via credit transfer.
How does it work?
Once you are nearing the completion of your master's degree from James Lind Institute, you will be transferred to Rushford Business School for the completion of the following additional courses:
- Managerial Skills
- Managerial Economics
- Cutting Edge Leadership
- International Business Environment
- Financial Management
- Accounting for Financial Reporting
- Accounting for Managerial Decisions
- Leadership and Managing Human Capital
- Financial Management & Decision Making in Healthcare
- Operations Management: Productivity & Quality
JLI will handle all the administrative and transfer requirements on your behalf.
How much time will this take?
It takes an additional 6 to 9 months to complete these and is a great way to earn a 2nd master's degree if you wish to.
Will it cost extra?
Yes, there is an additional fee for this pathway. Please check our online fee calculator for the exact amount.
Can I take up the dual degree later?
Yes, you can opt for the dual degree pathway later, even after your JLI master's degree completion. It is not required to opt for it right from the start.
Who is this pathway recommended for?
If you are someone who wants to earn two degrees in relatively less time and in a cost-efficient way then you should consider this option.
How to apply for this pathway?
You will see an option to select the dual degree pathway during the application process for your chosen MPH program.
So, which degrees exactly will I receive upon completion of the dual pathway?
Use the toggle switch below for an explanation:
From James Lind Institute:
Advanced Diploma in Public Health Management (Upon completion of 1st 42 credits)
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Your chosen Master of Public Health Management Degree
From Rushford Business School:
MBA in Healthcare Leadership
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From James Lind Institute:
Advanced Diploma in Public Health Management (Upon completion of 1st 42 credits)
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Your chosen Master of Public Health Management Degree
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Career Opportunities
The job market for infectious disease-related jobs continues to grow at a much higher rate than the market average. According to the Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS), infectious disease specialists will see their job prospects increase by 24% in the next 10 years.
