Master of Public Health - Health Policy Online Degree Information

	Master of Public Health - Health Policy
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Degree Title:	Master of Public Health - Health Policy
College:	Benedictine University
Description:	The Health Policy specialization of Benedictine University's Online Master of Public Health (MPH) is designed for professionals who desire skills in Health Policy development. Health policy originates at many different levels in health care and professional organizations, and in government. It requires that the professional be able to assess the adequacy of current practices and to be able to recommend changes. Knowledge of the needs of society, the health professions, legal aspects of health care, cost effectiveness and management of information are key to policy development. Because policy is developed in an interdisciplinary setting, this concentration may appeal to a wide variety of professionals. Our curriculum will prepare you for a career studying public health policy and infectious disease. You will be prepared to advise other healthcare professional on outbreaks, educate the public on protection, and conduct public policy research to limit the spread of disease. Course highlights include: Cultural Context of Health Care in the U.S, Management in Health Services Organizations, Health Policy and Government Regulations in the Health Care Industry. Our graduates develop knowledge of health professions, the legal aspects of healthcare, cost effectiveness, the needs of society, and management of information. This MPH program requires 66 credits to complete.

Accreditation:	Benedictine University is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the National League for Nursing (NLN), and the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of The American Dietetic Association (ADA). (?)
Delivery Format:	Online (?)
Educational Level:	Master (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC).

Address:
5700 College Road
Lisle, IL 60532
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, not-for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Semester-based calendar

Delivery Format: (?)
Fully Online Master's Degrees.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Master's College or University I

Technical Requirements:
Have access to a desktop or laptop computer with the following capabilities: Internet connection, email that supports attachments, printer, Office 97 suite, and a sound card.

Geographic Restrictions:
US Only

Loans Offered:
We offer a variety of federal, state and institutional financial aid programs. Each program has specific student eligibility requirements. In general, students must be formally admitted as degree-seeking and enrolled for a minimum number of credit hours.