Overview
Health care is one of the largest industries in the country and accounts for about one-fifth of the U.S. economy. We focus on training the managers, researchers and educators who enhance population health through better management of public and private health care organizations. The Health Services Policy and Management and Public Administration MPH/MPA program is offered at University of South Carolina.
What you will learn
In addition to the public health core competencies, the 45-hour MPH curriculum provides training in health services policy, public health finance, public health law, and program planning and evaluation. The requirements for the MPH portion of the degree are the same as for the standalone degree program though some courses do fulfill requirements for both degree programs, resulting in fewer semester hours to complete both degrees than if pursued separately. Those seeking the combination MPA/MPH degree must be accepted for graduate study in both the College of Arts and Sciences and the Arnold School of Public Health.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Perspectives on Public Administration
- Public Data Analysis
- Human Resources Administration in Government
- Quantitative Methods for Public Health Practice
- Qualitative Methods for Public Health Practice
- Applied Public Health Law for Administrators
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Health Public Administration Health Administration View 901 other Masters in Health Administration in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Official Transcripts
- Official GRE or GMAT Test Scores
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Personal Statement
Tuition Fee
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International
33928 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33928 USD per year during 36 months. -
National
33928 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33928 USD per year during 36 months. -
In-State
12688 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12688 USD per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Columbia
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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