Students enrolled in the Master of Public Health program are required to select one concentration in the specialized area of their choosing. Please note that the Community Health, Epidemiology & Biostatistics, and Health Policy and Management concentrations have specific competencies that must be met.
Shape the Future of Health: Climate Solutions & Health Concentration
Climate change is a defining challenge of our time, with significant consequences for human health. Our Climate Solutions and Health concentration is designed to provide you with the essential knowledge and skills to understand, address, and mitigate the health impacts of climate change.
Why Choose This Concentration?
- Relevant and Timely: Focus on one of the most pressing global issues.
- Interdisciplinary Approach: Explore the intersection of climate science, public health, data analysis, and social justice.
- Career-Focused Skills: Gain expertise in data science, spatial analysis, and public health practice relevant to climate change.
Curriculum Highlights:
Core Knowledge:
- Climate and Health (Introductory): A foundational understanding of the relationship between climate change and human health.
- Data Science Methods and Climate: Learn how to use data to analyze and understand climate-related health risks.
- Geographical Information Systems and Spatial Analysis: Develop skills in mapping and analyzing spatial patterns of climate-related health outcomes.
Elective Specialization: Choose one course from a range of options to tailor your learning, including:
- Mental Health and Climate
- Social Work and Environmental Justice
- Infectious Disease Epidemiology
- Climate and Allergies, Asthma, Chronic Respiratory Disorders
- Advanced Methods in Epidemiology
- Applied Biostatistics
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Have questions? Contact us at publichealth@stonybrookmedicine.edu
Empower Communities: Community Health Concentration
The mission of the Community Health concentration is to prepare the next generation of public health leaders for impactful grassroots work This program equips students with the essential skills to plan implement and evaluate community-based interventions that drive measurable health improvements
Why Choose This Concentration?
- Direct Impact: Focus on the practical application of public health principles to improve lives at the local level.
- Collaborative Framework: Learn the principles of Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) ensuring that health solutions are built with communities not just for them.
- Evidence-Based Practice: Master the tools needed to design health initiatives and rigorously evaluate their success.
Curriculum Highlights
Core Knowledge:12 Credits
HPH 551 | Introduction to Health Communications: Learn to craft and deliver effective health messages that resonate with diverse populations.
HPH 552 | Planning Implementing Community Health Initiatives: Gain hands-on experience in developing programs from the ground up
HPH 553 | Advanced Evaluation of Community Health Initiatives: Master the methodologies required to assess program impact and sustainability
Elective Specialization: 3 Credits
Tailor your degree by choosing an approved elective that aligns with your specific career goals in public health practice
Plan of Study For a detailed breakdown of the Community Health path click here
Note: Students who matriculated prior to Fall 2016 should consult the academic coordinator for specific requirements
Meet the Concentration Head:
Rachel Kidman PhD
Take the Next Step:
Have questions about how you can make a difference in community health? Contact us at publichealth@stonybrookmedicine.edu
Master the Data: Epidemiology & Biostatistics Concentration
The mission of this concentration is to equip public health professionals with the advanced analytical and methodological toolkit necessary to decode complex health data. Students will master the statistical skills required to identify disease patterns, evaluate causation, and critically assess the evidence base for both infectious and chronic diseases.
Why Choose This Concentration?
- Analytical Rigor: Develop a high-level command of research methodologies and statistical techniques used to solve global health puzzles.
- Evidence-Based Expertise: Gain the ability to look beyond the surface of data, identifying study limitations and evaluating the strength of causal links.
- Versatile Application: Learn to navigate the unique challenges of both Infectious Disease and Chronic Disease epidemiology.
Curriculum Highlights:
Core Knowledge & Advanced Methods: 12 Credits
HPH 560 | Advanced Biostatistics: Master the complex statistical models necessary to analyze and interpret sophisticated epidemiologic data sets.
HPH 559 | Advanced Research Methods: Deepen your understanding of study design and the methodological rigor required for high-level public health research.
HPH 510 | Infectious Disease Epidemiology: Explore the dynamics, transmission, and control of pathogens in a modern, globalized world.
Elective Specialization:
HPH 532 | Chronic Diseases: Focus on the epidemiology, etiology, and prevention strategies for long-term health conditions.
Plan of Study: For a comprehensive roadmap of this concentration, click here.
Note: Looking for a previous year's plan of study? Please contact our Associate Director for Student Affairs.
Meet the Concentration Head:
Mahdieh Danesh Yazdi, PharmD, MPH, Ph.D.
Take the Next Step:
Ready to dive into the data that shapes global health policy? Contact us at: publichealth@stonybrookmedicine.edu
Lead the Change: Health Policy and Management Concentration
The mission of this concentration is to develop foundational proficiency in health management among aspiring public health professionals. Our students learn from a dynamic faculty who value research and innovative methods to facilitate excellence in population health competencies. Graduates emerge prepared to lead the health sector with enhanced policy, management, and leadership skills.
Why Choose This Concentration?
- Comprehensive Business Acumen: Master the "business side" of health, covering economics, law, finance, and management principles.
- Leadership Ready: Develop the strategic skills necessary to oversee complex health systems and influence public health policy.
- Competency-Based Learning: Benefit from a high-quality educational experience designed to meet rigorous professional standards and continuous quality improvement benchmarks.
Curriculum Highlights:
Core Management Pillars (12 Credits):
HPA 529 | Fundamentals of Healthcare Management: Explore the essential principles of leading and managing health organizations.
HPA 510 | Health Finance and Accounting: Gain the financial literacy needed to manage budgets and navigate healthcare reimbursement models.
HPA 536 | Health Law and Compliance: Understand the legal frameworks, ethics, and regulatory requirements that govern the health sector.
HPA 527 | Health Economics and Policy: Analyze how economic theory and policy decisions impact health outcomes and resource allocation.
Plan of Study: To view the roadmap for this concentration, click here.
Note: Dual-degree students (MAPP, MBA, MD, MS, MSW) should consult the Assistant Director for Student Affairs, as credit requirements may vary.
Program Goals:
Excellence: Attract dedicated students with a seriousness of purpose for health policy.
Quality: Provide a premier, competency-based educational experience.
Advancement: Advance the field through professional development, scholarship, and service.
Inclusivity: Foster an environment that is equitable and welcoming for all.
Preparation: Ensure graduates are ready to contribute immediately to the health services sector.
Meet the Concentration Head:
Susan Somerville, RN, MA
Take the Next Step:
Ready to shape the future of healthcare leadership? Contact us at: publichealth@stonybrookmedicine.edu
Accreditation Note: The HPM concentration is accredited by CEPH. For those who entered prior to Fall 2019, please speak with the Associate Director for Student and Academic Affairs regarding your plan of study.
Tailor Your Public Health Path: Generalist Concentration
Are you an advanced degree student seeking to customize your public health education to perfectly match your career goals? Our Generalist Concentration offers you the unique opportunity to design and complete an individualized curriculum that best meets your specific educational needs. This concentration is ideal for those who have already completed or are concurrently pursuing a graduate degree required for advanced practice in their health profession.
Why Choose This Concentration?
- Personalized Learning: Create a curriculum that aligns perfectly with your professional aspirations.
- Flexibility: Choose from a variety of relevant concentration courses and electives to suit your interests and needs.
- Practical Experience: Complete a practicum project that directly addresses your tailored concentration requirements, guided by expert faculty.
- Advanced Skill Development: Gain specialized public health competencies that will enhance your career trajectory.
Curriculum Highlights:
- Individualized Plans: Tailored for students in combined programs (MSW/MPH, MD/MPH, DDS/MPH) and Preventive Medicine Residents.
- Elective Choices: Select four elective courses (12 credits) to deepen your knowledge in specific areas.
- Three of the electives will be PPH offered and/or pre-approved courses with mapped competencies.
- The fourth elective can be selected by the student with approval from the concentration head.
Meet the Experts:
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Discuss your specific needs and interests with the concentration head to develop your individualized plan.
