MPH in Public Health Leadership
Key Facts
Overview
Today’s healthcare system requires professionals and leaders who can foster more interdisciplinary integration, cohesion, finding shared efficiencies, and lead people to successful outcomes. This program is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and perspective to be a leader within the healthcare domain.
This program is equally relevant to new graduates and experienced healthcare professionals such as physicians, dentists, nurses, or veterinarians. Professionals who have significant experience in management also find this program very valuable in helping them to move to healthcare or grow within the healthcare industry.
Students from nursing, medicine, allied health, mental health, hospital administration, field-based healthcare workers, and diagnostic professionals find this program of high interest. There is a tremendous need for effective leaders in modern healthcare organizations and this program is tuned to these needs so that aspiring students develop the acumen to understand the leadership needs in healthcare. There is a focus on evidence-based care, managerial effectiveness, foundations in finance and accounting, and leading teams.
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:
Strategic Leadership Theories And Principles
Leadership and Managing Human Capital
Leadership 20/40
Leadership Evaluation and Research
Leadership Applications in Public Health
Leadership and Preparedness
Leadership Skills and Competencies
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 growth in Public Health Leadership is expected to grow at around 18% which is much higher than the industry average across all industries. As healthcare organizations evolve and seek extremely high efficiency, it is mandatory that they cultivate and hire very high performing managers who have the skills and the acumen to run a smooth operation within budget but at the highest quality of care.
