

The Advanced Professional Master of Public Health program provides students with an intensive and practice-oriented education in public health, designed for rapid professional advancement. The program emphasizes leadership, evidence-based interventions, and policy application, enabling students to address urgent public health challenges effectively. Students develop expertise in public health strategy, epidemiology, and program management, preparing them to implement health initiatives in diverse settings. Through applied projects, research, and professional engagement, learners gain practical experience in evaluating health programs, improving population outcomes, and applying advanced public health methodologies in real-world contexts.
Despite its accelerated 11-month format, the program offers a rigorous curriculum that integrates both theoretical knowledge and applied practice. Students engage in coursework covering epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy, and leadership, ensuring comprehensive competency in public health. By combining intensive study with hands-on projects, students develop skills in policy analysis, program evaluation, and leadership in health initiatives. This approach prepares graduates to make immediate contributions to healthcare organizations, governmental agencies, NGOs, and research institutions while fostering strategic thinking, professional confidence, and advanced problem-solving abilities in public health.
Semester 1 – Foundations in Public Health
• Principles of Public Health
• Epidemiology and Biostatistics
• Health Policy and Governance
• Research Methods in Public Health
Semester 2 – Applied Practice & Capstone
• Leadership and Program Management
• Advanced Health Policy Analysis
• Applied Public Health Projects
• Capstone Project / Professional Portfolio
Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in public health leadership, policy implementation, and program management. Career opportunities include positions in government health agencies, non-governmental organizations, research institutions, public health consultancies, and international health programs. Graduates may also pursue roles in program evaluation, epidemiology, policy analysis, and health initiative leadership. The program equips students with strong analytical, leadership, and applied public health skills, enabling them to design, implement, and assess public health programs efficiently. With expertise in advanced public health practices, graduates are well-prepared to influence health policy, manage impactful programs, and contribute meaningfully to population health improvement.
This accelerated program is ideal for students seeking an intensive and practical education in public health, offering a curriculum that emphasizes rapid skill development and leadership training. Its two-semester structure provides opportunities for applied projects, fieldwork, and capstone experiences, allowing learners to integrate theoretical knowledge with professional practice. Through mentorship, project-based learning, and applied research, students acquire the expertise, analytical skills, and professional confidence necessary to implement public health strategies, lead initiatives, and address complex health challenges. Graduates leave prepared to make immediate contributions, manage health programs, and advance in leadership roles within public health organizations.
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +1 203 432 2300
Email: admissions@yale.edu
Address: University of Yale, New Haven, CT 06520, United States