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MPH Degree

Master of Public Health (MPH)

Our graduates have a 100% employment rate in health-related careers.

We prepare culturally-aware public health professionals with the motivation, skills, and knowledge to improve population health in the diverse communities of the Northern Plains and beyond. Specialize in Health Management & Policy, Indigenous Health or Population Health Research & Analytics.

Program type:
Master's Degree
Format:
On Campus or Online
Est. time to complete:
2 years
Credit hours:
42
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Why earn a master's in public health?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 3
Spring:
Dec. 15
Summer:
May 1

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program emphasizes diversity and change within the Northern Plains. It covers all required areas for accredited public health programs, including:

  • Evidence-based approaches to public health
  • Public health and health care systems
  • Planning and management to promote health
  • Health Policy
  • Leadership
  • Systems thinking

MPH Degree Specializations

Three specializations help you develop the necessary critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills to excel in this field.

Indigenous Health

The Indigenous Health specialization is offered online asynchronous and online synchronous. It provides you with a critical understanding of determinants and solutions to health disparities. UND's specialization is the only 100% online Indigenous Health program in the U.S.

Population Health Research & Analytics

The Population Health Research & Analytics specialization prepares you to produce convincing and scientifically sound information about population health. You'll evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and provide the basis for improving health policies and programs. This specialization is offered online synchronous and on-campus.

Health Management & Policy

The Health Management & Policy specialization gives you the skills needed to manage health delivery systems effectively and efficiently. You'll learn to analyze health policies and communicate to affect change. This specialization is offered online asynchronous, online synchronous, and on-campus. 

Accelerated MPH Degree

You can also earn a bachelor's in Public Health Education and master's in Public Health in five years. Earn both degrees 100% online through our Public Health (Accelerated BS/MPH).

Master's in Public Health Online or On-Campus

  • UND's Master's of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Those who complete CEPH-accredited programs are eligible for the Certified in Public Health credential after receiving their degree.

  • Standardized test score (example: GRE) is not required for admission.

  • Become eligible to sit for the Certified in Public Health (CPH) Exam.

  • Earn complementary graduate certificates in Geographic Information Science (GISc),  Policy Analysis or Public Administration.

  • Join the student Public Health Association (PHA), a resource for students and community members interested in aspects of community and public health.

  • Gain real-world experience through a 135-hour practicum with a public health organization.

What can you do with a master's in public health?

100%

Graduate employment rate in health-related careers

UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences

12%

Expected job growth for health education specialists and community health workers through 2031

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

A master's degree in public health opens the door for a variety of different jobs. Popular employment areas in public health include:

  • Biostatistics
  • Epidemiology
  • Health policy analysis
  • Medical science
  • Public health administration
  • Public health education
  • Public health statistics

Jobs with an MPH Degree

UND Public Health alumni have gone on to a variety of successful careers with:

  • Altru Health System
  • North Dakota Department of Health
  • American Indian Cancer Foundation
  • Health Partners Institute
  • Mayo Clinic
  • Sanford Research

MPH Degree Courses

PH 531. Biostatistics 1. 3 Credits.

This course introduces the selection, use, and interpretation of basic statistical tests and concepts that may be used in addressing, analyzing, and solving problems in public health and health care research. Prerequisite: Enrollment in MPH degree program or certificate or consent from instructor. F,S.

PH 545. Public Health Leadership & Interprofessional Practice. 3 Credits.

This course is designed to introduce students to major theories and concepts of leadership, ways of applying these to public health issues requiring leadership, and provides an opportunity for students to develop skills and resources for further developing leadership skills. The course focuses on preparing healthcare professionals with the foundational skills needed to work in teams to effectively collaborate and coordinate services in population health management. Key themes focused on interprofessional communication, collaboration, leadership, and professionalism will be ingrained throughout content. Prerequisite: Enrollment in MPH degree program or consent from instructor. S,SS.

PH 550. Population Health Research Methods. 3 Credits.

This course provides an overview of the research process including conducting a literature review, formulation and motivation of a research question, selection of a sample, various types of data, use of statistical software, commonly used measures in public health research, measurement and management of variables, description and graphing of variables, analysis and interpretation of data, inferential statistics, writing a research report, and an introduction to qualitative research. Prerequisites: Successful completion of PH 531 and PH 551. F.

PH 551. Epidemiology 1. 3 Credits.

This course introduces the basic epidemiologic concepts used to study health and disease in populations including measurement, study design, and related statistical tests. Observational and experimental epidemiologic studies are described and their advantages and disadvantages compared. The course provides an overview of the major causes of morbidity and mortality in populations. Ethical issues related to epidemiology are discussed. Prerequisite: Enrollment in MPH degree program or certificate or consent from instructor. S.

PH 572. Health Care Budgeting & Finance. 3 Credits.

Components of this course include the evolution of healthcare finance and management including: reimbursement, revenue and expense classifications, financial reporting, budgeting, financial analysis, financing of public health agencies, and the current and anticipated financial impact of healthcare reform on the healthcare industry and health services organizations. This course focuses on learning and applying financial and managerial accounting principles and techniques to health services organizations. The subject matter is designed to provide a working knowledge of accounting, finance, and budget terminology. Components of the class include the evolution of healthcare finance and reimbursement, revenue and expense classifications, financial reporting, budgeting, financial analysis, financing of public health agencies, and the current and anticipated financial impact of healthcare reform on the healthcare industry and health services organizations. Prerequisite: Enrollment in MPH degree program or consent from instructor. S.

PH 583. American Indian Health Policy. 3 Credits.

The course will provide a detailed overview of the unique policy issues that form the legal basis for provision of public health and healthcare services to American Indians and Alaska Natives. The American Indian (AI) population is unique in the United States in that AIs are born with a legal right to health services. This is based on treaties and numerous other laws, executive orders, court decisions and other legal bases in which the tribes exchanged land and other natural resources for various social services, including housing, education, and healthcare. The Indian Health Service is the federal agency responsible for carrying out the federal government's trust responsibility to provide public health and healthcare services to AIs. Prerequisite: Enrollment in MPH degree program or certificate or consent from instructor. F.

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Master's in Public Health Online

UND is increasingly regarded as one of the best MPA degrees in the nation. Our MPH degree consistently ranks among the best for educational quality, affordability and career outcomes.

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From the comfort of your home or on-campus in Grand Forks, learn Public Health expertise from faculty committed to your success.

 

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