Health Policy and Management researchers develop new ideas, theories and practices that contribute to improving the population's health and the personal health of individuals by producing research findings advancing the field of health services research and understanding and improving the performance of health institutions in the United States and globally.
Students examine the organization, financing and delivery of health services for careers in management, policy and research, studying:
| Degree | Program Summary |
|---|---|
| MPH - Health Policy Track |
At-a-GlanceMPH in Health Policy and Management (Health Policy Track)The Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Policy and Management provides students with the skills to contribute to advancing the health of populations by improving the effectiveness and efficiency of personal and other health services in private and public health organizations. Students choose either the health policy track, or the health management track. Total Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements:
Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $22,009.19 Possible Career Paths: Graduates work in a variety of policy and management healthcare settings. Examples of positions include consulting, project management, financial analysis in healthcare organizations, research positions and administration Who to contact for more information: Department of Health Policy and Management at 310.825.2594 * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| MPH - Health Management Track |
At-a-GlanceMPH Program in Health Policy Management (Health Management Track)The Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Policy and Management provides students with the skills to contribute to advancing the health of populations by improving the effectiveness and efficiency of personal and other health services in private and public health organizations. Students choose either the health policy track, or the health management track. Total Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements:
Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $22,009.19 Possible Career Paths: Graduates work in a variety of policy and management healthcare settings. Examples of positions include consulting, project management, financial analysis in healthcare organizations, research positions and administration. Who to contact for more information: Department of Health Policy and Management at 310.825.2594. * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| MPH - 1-Year (postdoctoral) |
At-a-GlanceMPH Program in Health Services Organization (1-year, postdoctoral)The one-year MPH degree is for students with prior doctoral-level training (MD, JD, PhD, or equivalent). This program allows students to build on their existing functional expertise by enhancing their skill set in the issues, skills and disciplines involved in the organization and analysis of health services. Total Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements:
Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $22,009.19 Possible Career Paths: Graduates work in a variety of policy and management healthcare settings. Examples of positions include consulting, project management, financial analysis in healthcare organizations, research positions and administration. Who to contact for more information: Department of Health Policy and Management at 310.825.2594. * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| MS - Health Services Research |
At-a-GlanceMS in Health Services ResearchMaster of Science in Health Services Research is a two-year program for students who want to pursue a research career in health-related fields such as medicine, dentistry, nursing, biostatistics, or epidemiology. In addition to foundation of courses on health services organization, financing and delivery, management and health behavior, students pursue rigorous training in quantitative and qualitative research methods, including course work in research design, contemporary econometric methods, epidemiology, and biostatistics. Total Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements: Masters Research Thesis Report, consisting of extensive written research in the major area of study Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $14,809.19 Possible Career Paths: This degree prepares students for doctoral education and research careers in fields such as health economics, quality of care, technology assessment, cost-effectiveness analysis, demography, and political economy. Who to contact for more information: Department of Health Policy and Management at 310.825.2594. * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| MS - 1-Year (postdoctoral) |
At-a-GlanceMS in Health Services Research (1-Year, postdoctoral)The Master of Science (MS) in Health Services Research can be completed in 1 year for students with a prior doctoral degree (MD, PhD, JD, DDS or equivalent). This degree is generally for students who want to pursue a research career in health-related fields such as medicine, dentistry, nursing, biostatistics, or epidemiology. Total Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements: Masters Research Thesis Report, consisting of extensive written research in the major area of study Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $14,809.19 Possible Career Paths: This degree prepares students for doctoral education and research careers in fields such as health economics, quality of care, technology assessment, cost-effectiveness analysis, demography, and political economy. Who to contact for more information: Department of Health Policy and Management at 310.825.2594. * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| PhD |
At-a-GlancePHD Program in Health Policy ManagementThe PhD in Health Policy and Management trains students to assume the highest level of professional responsibilities. The PhD is an academic research degree emphasizing the in-depth expertise necessary for a research career. It includes classroom instruction, non-credit seminars, independent study, research projects, academic apprenticeships, and interaction with faculty, fellow students, and other professionals within and outside the UCLA campus. Total Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements:
Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $14,809.19 Possible Career Paths: Many graduates of the program pursue research and teaching careers in health care management and health policy analysis. Who to contact for more information: Department of Health Policy and Management at 310.825.2594. * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| DrPH |
At-a-GlanceDrPH Program in Health Policy ManagementThe Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) is a school-wide degree and the highest professional degree for the public health generalist. Students focus on public health practice, leadership and acquire broad knowledge related to professional skills. The dissertation is of an applied, practical, problem-solving nature and must demonstrate ability for independent investigation. Total Required Units (based on quarter system): Additional Degree Requirements:
Typical time to complete degree: Program start date: Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to the University's minimum requirements)*:
Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: Resident of California: $22,009.19 Possible Career Paths: Who to contact for more information: Department of Health Policy and Management at 310.825.2594. * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
195 Students, Master's and Doctoral
24 Full-Time Faculty; 49 Part-Time Faculty
Jessica Shim
jshim@ph.ucla.edu
Health Policy and Management in Action
