Doctor of Philosophy, Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science at Australian National University

Students in the MPH/MBA joint degree will hone their business skills to make a difference in today’s public health and healthcare worlds. Students will complete the MBA coursework in year one, followed by the MPH coursework. The rigorous, comprehensive degree program is designed to emphasize the broad perspective of business concepts through innovative coursework, experiential learning, and career coaching. The program offers several opportunities to specialize and align students' specific area of interest through elective courses. The MBA offers a customizable, cross-disciplinary plan of study that prepares students to solve complex business problems across industries.

Students will major in Health Management and Policy for the MPH and learn the skills necessary to take on management and policy-making roles to improve health care delivery and population health at the local, state, and national levels. Through course work and community practice opportunities, the MPH program in Health Management and Policy trains the next generation of public health practitioners and leaders to become agents for positive change in the domains of urban health, human rights, and policy and management integration.

Students are awarded the MBA and MPH degrees at the end of the joint degree program once all degree requirements for the MBA and MPH are completed.

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) programme builds on this legacy, providing you with a solid foundation in core business principles while developing a broadened mindset and understanding of the role of business in society. You will be challenged to delve deep into the areas that interest you most and gain the strategic skills and insight to lead a successful, purposeful career.