Mini-Master of Public Health Catalogue
Public Health is the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private communities, and individuals.
The Mini-Master of Public Health (Mini-MPH) is a shorter, condensed version of the traditional Master of Public Health (MPH) programme. It typically provides an overview of key public health concepts, methods, and practices in a shorter timeframe, making it suitable for individuals who want to gain foundational knowledge in public health but may not have the time or resources to commit to a full MPH programme.
In today’s competitive job market, having a Mini-Master of Public Health (Mini-MPH) qualification can be a game-changer. This condensed yet impactful programme offers numerous benefits that can help you advance in your business or career and make a difference in public health. Read more
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Programme Description
This programme is a 3 months (12 weeks) online certificate course designed for persons who intend to acquire skills that are necessary for the basic public health understanding or practice to catalyse entities that may help curb health problems for individuals and populations.
Programme Objectives
1. To educate learners on the basic principles and practice of public health
2. To produce graduates who would improve access to healthcare through the evolution of public health and related entities in their contexts of influence
3. To equip learners for future professional development, self-actualization, and practice management
4. To educate learners on the ability to cooperate with individuals, teams or groups and specialists in population health care and appropriate referral
Teaching Target
The teaching target of the Mini-Master of Public Health (mMPH) programme is to help learners to grasp the basic knowledge and skills needed to master the basic techniques of public health science and practice, manage a public health facility, and establish the foundation for a sound managerial and capitalist entrepreneurial public health engagement enterprise.
Specialisations
1. Public Health (mMPH)
2. Epidemiology and Disease Control (mMPH-EDC)
3. Environmental and Occupational Health (mMPH-EOH)
4. Health Promotion and Risk Reduction (MMPH-HPR)
5. Health Policy and Management (mMPH-HPM)
Courses
Public Health (mMPH)
Public health is a multidisciplinary field focused on improving and protecting the health of populations. It involves the promotion of healthy lifestyles, the prevention of diseases and injuries, and the surveillance of health trends in communities. Public health professionals work to identify health risks, develop and implement policies and interventions to address them, and evaluate the effectiveness of these strategies.
| CODE |
USCH |
TITLE |
| PC2-011 |
3 |
Foundations of Public Health |
| PC2-012 |
3 |
Health Systems, Law & Policy |
| PC2-013 |
3 |
Epidemiology and Disease Control |
| PC2-014 |
3 |
Environmental and Occupational Health |
| PC2-015 |
3 |
Health Promotion, Communication, and Artificial Intelligence |
| PC2-016 |
3 |
Health Economics and Quantitative Methods in Public Health |
| PC2-017 |
6 |
mMPH Capstone (Practicum/Field Work) |
| Other components of the mMPH curriculum | ||
| RL00 |
0 |
GRIT |
| RL01 |
0 |
Developing your personal career strategy |
| RL02 |
0 |
Public Health Business |
| WBN01 |
0 |
We are the Future |
| WBN02 |
0 |
Advocacy in Health Care |
| WBN03 |
0 |
WASH |
| WBN04 |
0 |
Designing and Developing Healthcare Facilities & Programmes |
| WBN05 |
0 |
Environmental Impact Assessment |
| WBN06 |
0 |
Diarrhoea Transmission and Control |
| WBN07 |
0 |
Stress and our Health and Illness States |
| WBN08 |
0 |
Behavioural Dimensions in the Concept of Health |
| WBN09 |
0 |
Nutritional Factors in Health and Illness States |
| WBN10 |
0 |
Public Health Informatics |
| WBN11 |
0 |
Communication in Health Education Programmes |
| WBN12 |
0 |
Anxiety Disorders |
| WBN16 |
0 |
Working in Resource-Limited Settings |
| Additional Modules for CAREER PLAN | ||
| CRR 101 |
0 |
Career Landscape |
| CRR 102 |
0 |
Gaining Visibility |
| CRR 103 |
0 |
Career Advancement |
| CRR 104 |
0 |
Becoming Indispensable |
| CRR 105 |
0 |
Performance Improvement |
| Additional Modules for BUSINESS PLAN | ||
| BUS 101 |
0 |
Product Development |
| BUS 102 |
0 |
Business Strategy |
| BUS 103 |
0 |
Sales & Marketing |
| BUS 104 |
0 |
Leadership and Organisational Behaviour |
| BUS 105 |
0 |
Business Accountability & Ethics |
Total credits: 24 USCH (48 ECTS). Note: USCH = United States Credit Hours and ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.
Programme Plans
There are three (3) plans in the mMPH programme – Regular Plan (the full strength of the programme), Career Boost Plan (learn how to build a great career with the full strength of the programme and help others to do the same), and Business Plan (learn how to build a great business with the full strength of the programme and help others to do the same). The details of each plan are given below. You should choose the plan that you intend to run during your application. Notice that the enrolment fee differs with each plan (https://orapuh.org/fees).
Health Promotion and Risk Reduction (mMPH-HPR)
Health Promotion and Risk Reduction focus on empowering individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors and lifestyles while minimizing factors that increase the risk of disease and injury. Health promotion involves education, advocacy, and interventions aimed at promoting positive health behaviors such as regular exercise, healthy eating, smoking cessation, and preventive screenings. It also encompasses efforts to create supportive environments and policies that facilitate healthy choices.
Risk reduction strategies aim to identify and mitigate factors that contribute to health risks and preventable diseases. This may involve implementing policies and programs to reduce exposure to environmental hazards, promoting safety measures in workplaces and communities, and providing access to preventive healthcare services. Overall, health promotion and risk reduction efforts aim to improve overall well-being and prevent the onset of diseases and injuries, ultimately leading to healthier populations.
| CODE | USCH | TITLE |
| PC2-011 | 3 | Foundations of Public Health |
| PC2-012 | 3 | Health Systems, Law, & Policy |
| PC2-013 | 3 | Epidemiology and Disease Control |
| PC2-014 | 3 | Environmental and Occupational Health |
| PC2-015 | 3 | Health Promotion, Communication, and Artificial Intelligence |
| PC2-618 | 3 | Behavioral Health Promotion & Healthy Lifestyle Choices |
| PC2-619 | 3 | Infectious and Chronic Disease Prevention |
| PC2-620 | 3 | Health Education |
| PC2-621 | 6 | mMPH-HPR Capstone (Practicum/Field Work, Publication and Seminar) |
| Other components of the mMPH-HPR curriculum | ||
| RL00 | 0 | GRIT |
| RL01 | 0 | Developing your personal career strategy |
| RL02 | 0 | Public Health Business |
| WBN01 | 0 | We are the Future |
| WBN02 | 0 | Advocacy in Health Care |
| WBN03 | 0 | WASH |
| WBN04 | 0 | Designing and Developing Healthcare Facilities & Programmes |
| WBN05 | 0 | Environmental Impact Assessment |
| WBN06 | 0 | Diarrhoea Transmission and Control |
| WBN07 | 0 | Stress and our Health and Illness States |
| WBN08 | 0 | Behavioural Dimensions in the Concept of Health |
| WBN09 | 0 | Nutritional Factors in Health and Illness States |
| WBN10 | 0 | Public Health Informatics |
| WBN11 | 0 | Communication in Health Education Programmes |
| WBN12 | 0 | Anxiety Disorders |
| WBN16 | 0 | Working in Resource-Limited Settings |
Total credits: 30 USCH (60 ECTS). Note: USCH = United States Credit Hours and ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.
Epidemiology and Disease Control (mMPH-EDC)
Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations, and the application of this study to the control of health problems. Disease control involves strategies and measures to prevent, manage, or eliminate diseases within populations, often based on epidemiological findings. It encompasses various interventions such as vaccination programs, public health campaigns, surveillance systems, and treatment protocols aimed at reducing the burden of disease and promoting public health.
| CODE | USCH | TITLE |
| PC2-011 | 3 | Foundations of Public Health |
| PC2-012 | 3 | Health Systems, Law, & Policy |
| PC2-013 | 3 | Epidemiology and Disease Control |
| PC2-014 | 3 | Environmental and Occupational Health |
| PC2-015 | 3 | Health Promotion, Communication, and Artificial Intelligence |
| PC2-622 | 3 | Measuring Risk and Association |
| PC2-623 | 3 | Disease Control Strategies |
| PC2-624 | 3 | Applied Epidemiology and Field Work |
| PC2-625 | 6 | mMPH-EDC Capstone (Practicum/Field Work, Publication and Seminar) |
| Other components of the mMPH-EDC curriculum | ||
| RL00 | 0 | GRIT |
| RL01 | 0 | Developing your personal career strategy |
| RL02 | 0 | Public Health Business |
| WBN01 | 0 | We are the Future |
| WBN02 | 0 | Advocacy in Health Care |
| WBN03 | 0 | WASH |
| WBN04 | 0 | Designing and Developing Healthcare Facilities & Programmes |
| WBN05 | 0 | Environmental Impact Assessment |
| WBN06 | 0 | Diarrhoea Transmission and Control |
| WBN07 | 0 | Stress and our Health and Illness States |
| WBN08 | 0 | Behavioural Dimensions in the Concept of Health |
| WBN09 | 0 | Nutritional Factors in Health and Illness States |
| WBN10 | 0 | Public Health Informatics |
| WBN11 | 0 | Communication in Health Education Programmes |
| WBN12 | 0 | Anxiety Disorders |
| WBN16 | 0 | Working in Resource-Limited Settings |
Total credits: 30 USCH (60 ECTS). Note: USCH = United States Credit Hours and ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.
Environmental and Occupational Health (mMPH-EOH)
Environmental and Occupational Health focuses on understanding and managing the interactions between the environment, work settings, and human health. It encompasses identifying and addressing health risks associated with exposure to environmental pollutants, hazardous substances, and unsafe working conditions. This field involves studying how environmental factors such as air and water quality, radiation, noise, and workplace hazards impact human health, and implementing measures to mitigate these risks. It also involves developing policies, regulations, and practices to promote safe and healthy environments both in workplaces and communities.
| CODE | USCH | TITLE |
| PC2-011 | 3 | Foundations of Public Health |
| PC2-012 | 3 | Health Systems, Law, & Policy |
| PC2-013 | 3 | Epidemiology and Disease Control |
| PC2-014 | 3 | Environmental and Occupational Health |
| PC2-015 | 3 | Health Promotion, Communication, and Artificial Intelligence |
| PC2-626 | 3 | Environment, Health, and Interventions |
| PC2-627 | 3 | Occupation, Health, and Interventions |
| PC2-628 | 3 | Climate Change, Health, and Interventions |
| PC2-629 | 6 | mMPH-EOH Capstone (Practicum/Field Work, Publication and Seminar) |
| Other components of the mMPH-EOH curriculum | ||
| RL00 | 0 | GRIT |
| RL01 | 0 | Developing your personal career strategy |
| RL02 | 0 | Public Health Business |
| WBN01 | 0 | We are the Future |
| WBN02 | 0 | Advocacy in Health Care |
| WBN03 | 0 | WASH |
| WBN04 | 0 | Designing and Developing Healthcare Facilities & Programmes |
| WBN05 | 0 | Environmental Impact Assessment |
| WBN06 | 0 | Diarrhoea Transmission and Control |
| WBN07 | 0 | Stress and our Health and Illness States |
| WBN08 | 0 | Behavioural Dimensions in the Concept of Health |
| WBN09 | 0 | Nutritional Factors in Health and Illness States |
| WBN10 | 0 | Public Health Informatics |
| WBN11 | 0 | Communication in Health Education Programmes |
| WBN12 | 0 | Anxiety Disorders |
| WBN16 | 0 | Working in Resource-Limited Settings |
Total credits: 30 USCH (60 ECTS). Note: USCH = United States Credit Hours and ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.
Health Policy and Management (mMPH-HPM)
Health Policy and Management involves the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, programs, and systems aimed at improving public health and healthcare delivery. This field addresses a wide range of issues, including healthcare financing, access to care, quality improvement, health equity, and healthcare workforce management. Health policymakers work to design and implement policies that promote efficient and effective healthcare systems, address public health challenges, and ensure access to affordable, high-quality care for all populations. Health managers oversee the day-to-day operations of healthcare organizations, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently, services are delivered effectively, and quality standards are met. Overall, health policy and management play a crucial role in shaping the healthcare landscape and improving health outcomes at both the individual and population levels.
| CODE | USCH | TITLE |
| PC2-011 | 3 | Foundations of Public Health |
| PC2-012 | 3 | Health Systems, Law, & Policy |
| PC2-015 | 3 | Health Promotion, Communication, and Artificial Intelligence |
| PC2-016 | 3 | Health Economics and Quantitative Methods in Public Health |
| PC2-630 | 6 | Healthcare Policy, Leadership, and Management |
| PC2-631 | 2 | Patient-Centered Care |
| PC2-632 | 2 | Healthcare Quality and Safety |
| PC2-633 | 2 | Healthcare Ethics and Bioethics |
| PC2-634 | 6 | mMPH-HPM Capstone (Practicum/Field Work, Publication and Seminar) |
| Other components of the mMPH-HPM curriculum | ||
| RL00 | 0 | GRIT |
| RL01 | 0 | Developing your personal career strategy |
| RL02 | 0 | Public Health Business |
| WBN01 | 0 | We are the Future |
| WBN02 | 0 | Advocacy in Health Care |
| WBN03 | 0 | WASH |
| WBN04 | 0 | Designing and Developing Healthcare Facilities & Programmes |
| WBN05 | 0 | Environmental Impact Assessment |
| WBN06 | 0 | Diarrhoea Transmission and Control |
| WBN07 | 0 | Stress and our Health and Illness States |
| WBN08 | 0 | Behavioural Dimensions in the Concept of Health |
| WBN09 | 0 | Nutritional Factors in Health and Illness States |
| WBN10 | 0 | Public Health Informatics |
| WBN11 | 0 | Communication in Health Education Programmes |
| WBN12 | 0 | Anxiety Disorders |
| WBN16 | 0 | Working in Resource-Limited Settings |
Total credits: 30 USCH (60 ECTS). Note: USCH = United States Credit Hours and ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.
How we teach these courses and modules
This programme is taught and assessed entirely (100%) online/ODL.
We utilise the Flipped Classroom Model of Instruction, using the best available, cost-effective media (WhatsApp, Telegram, & YouTube).
- We assign pre-recorded lecture audio, videos, and other resources as homework to be watched or engaged before class.
- Students make their notes or jot down major points and may also consult materials outside of school resources for better understanding of lessons and to enrich their notes/jottings.
- We spend classroom time on valuable activities like reviewing lectures and/or other resources, discussions, Q&A, real-life applications, and projects.
- For each course, live interactive sessions are held as scheduled in the Programme’s Roadmap. Each session runs for about 45 minutes to 1 hour
- There are regular (weekly) academic webinars that support learning and career/business development.
- The capstone (practicum/field work) summarises the overall achievement in the programme.
- Faculty-Student Forum (WhatsApp and Telegram) goes from 10 am – 4 pm Monday to Friday
mMPH Enrolment Fee
- Regular Plan: $84 (USD) per month
- Career Boost plan or Business plan: Regular Fee plus $20 (USD) per month
mMPH-EDC, mMPH-EOH, mMPH-HPR, and mMPH-HPM Enrolment Fee
- Regular Plan: $120 (USD) per month
- Career Boost plan or Business plan: Regular Fee plus $20 (USD) per month
How to Picture this Programme
There are several ways to picture the Mini-Master of Public Health experience; a few of them are:
- As a core training/practice programme
Chances are that you feel this programme is not too related to your career. But that is not true. In fact, the programme is at the heart of your future practice. You cannot practice effectively without considering the impact of your practice on the health of the public. - As a programme in entrepreneurial capitalism
After taking this programme, you could start your own public health business and build it until it becomes a profitable and an enduring business that is sustainably prominent in the marketplace - As a programmee in Administration
The knowledge and skills that you gain from this programme could help you to enhance viability, productivity, and sustainability in your present workplace or other facilities that you manage - As a programme in Business Administration Business strategies and methods are freely taught throughout each module of the programme. The knowledge and skills you acquire during the programme would help you to begin and/or boost your business or career and optimise them to maximise profit and minimise loss
- As a core science programme
Public health’s principles and practices are predicated on scientific evidence and methods. Taking this programme stimulates scientific reasoning in you - As a programme in teaching
The programme prepares you to teach others these principles that you learn taking the programme. All you need to do is adapt the teaching to the peculiarities of your context. Today, you are being taught Public Health, tomorrow, you could be teaching others! - As a programmee in research
This programme stimulates your appetite for research. - As a programme in learning to reason critically
The challenging presentations of scenarios in lectures catalyze critical reasoning in learners. The field practicum trips keep students thinking and desiring more experiences. Weekly lectures also stimulate the same feelings in students. - As a programmee in learning to generalize
Public health is a microcosm of other bigger medical/health concerns. Managing a public health facility effectively inspires the trust that one could manage bigger facilities. This impression is a true feeling. This programme encourages you to think along that line.
Requirements for mMPH programme
1. Interest in public health
2. Ability to communicate effectively in the English Language
3. Payment of the Admission Processing Fee: $5 (USD)
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Requirements for mMPH-EDC, mMPH-EOH, mMPH-HPR, and mMPH-HPM programmes
1. Interest in the programme
2. Possession of a relevant degree or its equivalent recognised by the school’s Oversight and Academic Board (OAB)
3. Ability to communicate effectively in the English Language
4. Payment of the Admission Processing Fee: $5 (USD)
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Prospects after Taking this Programme
After taking this course, a learner should be able to
- Manifest increased public health knowledge and skills
- Land a new job or promotion, or enhance their CV
- Possess sharpened skills
- Attract a salary raise
- Start a public health business/organization or improve the revenue generation, organization, and operations of an existing public health facility
- Enhance the operations of their business/organization or their present work place
- Use their knowledge and skills to manage any health facility or project
- Help society better or give back to society
Available Cohorts
Before you begin your application, click here to decide on a cohort that is most suitable to your time and budget.
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