MPH/MBA at SIUE
The concurrent Master of Business Administration and Master of Public Health combines courses and expertise from the School of Business and the School of Education, Health and Human Behavior. This collaborative program offers students the option of earning both an MBA and MPH simultaneously.
The MBA is designed to develop the professional capabilities of managers working in business, focusing on topics such as quantitative analysis, decision-making, negotiation, enhancing quality and innovation, and program management. Also emphasized in the curriculum, is the ethical management of resources in a global environment.
Students in the MPH/MBA program will gain the skills and knowledge to lead public health and healthcare organizations. Students will be equipped with foundational knowledge in the five core areas of public health, as well as the skills necessary for higher level business and management roles.
Degrees Available at SIUE
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Public Health (MPH)
Course Format
- MBA: Online, flexible seven-week courses and hybrid seven-week formats
- MPH: Classes are offered in the evening to accommodate working professionals, and courses are offered in an online or hybrid format with meetings once a week.
What can I do with an MPH/MBA?
With the dynamic changes in the U.S. healthcare system and an emphasis on prevention, positions are increasingly available in managed care organizations. Students earning an MPH will have in-depth knowledge of how to plan, implement, evaluate and disseminate programs, as well as the skills to conduct these activities. Graduates of the MPH program leave SIUE prepared for leadership roles in communities and health agencies to help prevent diseases and promote strategies to improve the health of individuals and communities.
