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Public Health (Health Policy and Management)

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Tuition USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Degree Master
Delivery On-campus
Location Portland, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Public Health (Health Policy and Management) at Portland State University is a Master programme in Business & Management, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Public Health (Health Policy and Management) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  4. Tuition: USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
  5. Location: Portland, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Public Health (Health Policy and Management) programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:

  1. Business Analyst
  2. Management Consultant
  3. Product Manager
  4. Strategy Analyst
  5. Operations Manager
  6. Entrepreneur

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Epidemiology I (PSU) (4 credits)
  2. Introduction to Biostatistics (OHSU) (4 credits)
  3. Principles of Health Behavior (PSU)
  4. Concepts of Environmental Health (PSU)
  5. Health Systems Organization (PSU)
  6. Organizational Behavior in Health Services Organizations
  7. Health Policy
  8. Values and Ethics in Health
  9. Strategic Management of Health Care Organizations
  10. Health Care Law and Regulation (Prerequisites: PAH 571, PAH 574)
  11. Introduction to Health Economics (Prerequisite: PAH 574)
  12. Financial Management of Health Services (Prerequisite: PAH 574)
  13. Program Evaluation and Management in Health Services

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 605 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 401 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Portland State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Portland State University

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Portland State University

Portland, United States

Portland State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....

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  • Start Date 2017-09-25
  • Language English
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