Global Health Program Management
Working in a health-related NGO either domestically or internationally? Learn how to manage programs for health services around the world and understand the factors that affect the global nonprofit sector. You'll be prepared to implement systems that translate across countries and cultures, while gaining strategies for product distribution, regulatory compliance, and working with remote teams.
At a Glance
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Skills You'll Learn
Manage regulatory compliance
Work with remote teams
Navigate regional governance, laws, and customs
Curriculum
Specialized Graduate Certificate in Certificate of Advanced Study in Global Health Program Management requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).
All students are required to complete a zero-credit Student Success Course.
Sample Schedule
Finish a graduate certificate in as few as six months or take up to a year. Choose your time to completion to get a better sense of what your schedule will look like during your certificate program.
| Year 1 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-Course Certificate Classes | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 6-Course Certificate Classes | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Interested in a master's degree?
Explore our Master of Science in Healthcare Management with a concentration in Global Health Program Management.
Take a Course Before You Apply
We know how important it is to get started when you're ready and that's why you can enroll in a course before you officially apply.
Career Outcomes
Predicted outcomes for graduates of Global Health Program Management
Employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 32% through 2030, much faster than the average.
Health equity, innovation, and resilience are the top issues facing global health, according to the World Economic Forum, requiring skilled practitioners to solve the current and future challenges facing the industry.
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) charities continue to grow worldwide. A recent Global NGO Online Technology Report found that there are 10 million NGOs worldwide, and 66% of NGOs in Mexico focusing on providing access to healthcare.
Job Titles
Health Policy Analyst Salary: National Average
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"It was one of the best experiences I've ever had and has contributed to my self-esteem, to my career, to [my company] overall...” —Jennifer Hines, graduate.
Flexible Online Classes
We understand the demands of balancing work, friends and family, and school can be challenging. That's why at University College, you can complete your program entirely online. Our online learning platform makes it easy to work anywhere at any time.
Advisory Board
Our programs are developed and updated with the input of advisory boards composed of industry leaders and employers. This ensures that you'll learn what employers are looking for, and gain the most current information with a view to future industry trends, connecting you to future success.
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Accreditation & Associations
University College programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all of its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.
To ensure our programs meet industry needs, the curriculum is closely aligned with national organizations such as the American College of Healthcare Executives and Medical Group Management Association, as well as local organizations such as the Denver Medical Study Group.
The HIMSS Academic Organizational Affiliate program shares industry knowledge and educates our students on critical issues in health information and technology by offering complimentary student memberships to HIMSS and other key benefits.