January 2026 University Catalog

DRPH8208 Leading Public Health Institutions

Students in this course explore the requirements and responsibilities of leadership in the public health field. Students review management and leadership principles and discuss the importance of creating a leadership vision, developing a motivated workforce, engaging stakeholders, and modeling ethical behavior. Other course topics include the requirements for financing a public health mission, appropriate responses to public health crises, and legal and regulatory public health concerns. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.

Credits

6