Global Public Health Leadership Program

Inspire change. Drive global public health impact.
Total Work Experience

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Develop innovative strategies to solve public health challenges

Over the recent years, the global public health landscape has experienced complex challenges and developments, including pandemics, health inequities, and technological advances. These changes are driving the need for adaptive and forward-thinking leadership that can influence policy, manage stakeholder relationships, navigate risks, and meet sustainability goals. By enhancing these capabilities, health professionals can position themselves as influential leaders who can respond effectively to the challenges of tomorrow’s public health environment.

The five- to six-month Global Public Health Leadership Program by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is designed to provide a holistic perspective on the forces impacting public health, cutting-edge technologies, data analytics, leadership strategies, and global health policy. It leverages Harvard Chan School's renowned expertise and interdisciplinary faculty to empower you with the knowledge and skills required to become a visionary public health leader who can drive meaningful impact with improved public health outcomes.

28%

is the increased need for medical and health services managers between 2021 and 2031 — much faster than the average growth rate for all occupations.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

$4T

is the estimated economic impact of overweight and obesity by 2035.
Source: Worldobesity.org

$360B

is the estimated annual savings from the use of artificial intelligence in the healthcare industry.
Source: Healthcare Dive

What you will learn

  • Develop and strengthen your ability to navigate and understand emergent and pressing topics, contextual shifts, opportunities, and evolving risks impacting global public health and sustainability goals

  • Gain a robust perspective on leveraging data to form recommendations, garner stakeholder alignment, and adjust for risks in forming and implementing decisions ​

  • Lead and manage change across stakeholders and networks​​

  • Assess the goals and priorities of international organizations as they develop approaches to balance local, regional, and global objectives that impact individuals, communities, and environments

  • Understand and influence strategies on varying levels of policy and political context related to public health, including topics of regulatory capacity, content, and lags

Dr. Rifat Atun, MBBS, MBA, FRCP, FRCGP, FFPH

Dr. Rifat Atun, MBBS, MBA, FRCP, FRCGP, FFPH

Vice Dean for Non-Degree Education and Innovation
The Global Public Health Leadership Program will equip you with new skills and tools to connect public health practice with policy, to effectively address the systemic forces that affect population health and envision innovative approaches to leadership in a rapidly changing world.
The Global Public Health Leadership Program will equip you with new skills and tools to connect public health practice with policy, to effectively address the systemic forces that affect population health and envision innovative approaches to leadership in a rapidly changing world.

Program curriculum

The program’s expertly curated curriculum is divided into four critical pillars and provides a multidisciplinary approach to public health, combining online and live online sessions.

Gain Continuing Education Credits

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the Global Public Health Leadership Program. The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health designates this activity for 29.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The American Medical Association (AMA) has an agreement of mutual recognition of continuing medical education (CME) credit with the European Union of Medical Specialties (UEMS). Additional information regarding this agreement may be found on the American Medical Association (AMA) website.

Networking event | 2 days | In person

The program concludes with a two-day in-person networking event on the Harvard Chan School campus in Boston, Massachusetts, during which you will have the opportunity to network with your peers from multiple cohorts, make lifelong connections, and benefit from the perspectives of world-renowned program faculty.

Capstone project

The capstone project presents an opportunity to identify a significant health challenge in your local community. You will develop and present a comprehensive solution informed by reflecting on your learning and the program insights. This hands-on experience empowers you to develop innovative solutions that bring positive changes to the population health and make a meaningful impact worldwide.

Who is this program for?

The Global Public Health Leadership Program is ideal for public health professionals and executives as well as for professionals in academia, research, and nonprofit organizations who aspire to lead ethical, secure, and accessible public health solutions. The program is particularly beneficial for:

  • Healthcare professionals and leaders who are looking to expand their expertise to make a significant impact on their patients, organizations, and communities, leading to better health outcomes and a transformative contribution to public health

  • Public health professionals seeking an interdisciplinary approach that helps them translate complex public health data and research into actionable policies that drive meaningful change within their communities and beyond

  • Researchers and professors who want to gain a perspective on the latest public health challenges and innovations and contribute to future public health initiatives and policies

Participants are required to have: 

  • Minimum seven years of work experience

  • Fluency in written and spoken English

Learning experience

Comprehensive curriculum
Comprehensive curriculum

Benefit from a powerful curriculum that combines innovative approaches and emerging trends in public health leadership with an application-based approach.

Expert faculty
Expert faculty

Gain insights from renowned Harvard Chan School faculty who bring their research and practical expertise into the program.

Live sessions
Live sessions

Experience live online sessions with faculty and the cohort success coach as well as periodic guest speaker sessions featuring industry leaders.*

Global peer group
Global peer group

Network with accomplished public health and healthcare professionals from around the world, and gain new approaches to public health leadership.

Frameworks and tools
Frameworks and tools

Explore effective frameworks and the latest cutting-edge technology and data tools to address public health challenges.

Self-paced learning
Self-paced learning

Learn at your own pace with a weekly commitment of three to five hours of sessions and activities.

Case studies
Case studies

Explore real-world case studies and examples from the public health sector to elevate your public health leadership skills.

Hands-on learning
Hands-on learning

Engage in try-it activities designed to help you hone your skills and apply the learning from the program for immediate on-the-job impact.

On-campus networking
On-campus networking

Meet high-achieving peers, industry experts, and faculty during the two-day in-person networking event on the Harvard Chan School campus in Boston, Massachusetts.

*Live sessions are subject to confirmation

Meet the faculty

Faculty Dr. Rifat Atun
Dr. Rifat Atun, MBBS, MBA, FRCP, FRCGP, FFPH

Vice Dean for Non-Degree Education and Innovation, Director, Executive and Continuing Education Professor of Global Health Systems, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Dr. Rifat Atun is the Vice Dean for Non-Degree Education and Innovation at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. He is also a professor of global health systems and leads...

Other faculty

Faculty John E McDonough, DrPH, MPA
John E McDonough, DrPH, MPA

Professor of Public Health Practice, Department of Health Policy and Management Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

John E McDonough, DrPH, MPA, was the Joan H. Tisch Distinguished Fellow in Public Health at Hunter College in New York City in 2010. He has worked on the development and passa...

Kari C Nadeau​, MD, PhD
Kari C Nadeau​, MD, PhD

John Rock Professor of Climate and Population Studies; Chair of the Department of Environmental Health

Heather Mattie, PhD, SM, MS
Heather Mattie, PhD, SM, MS

Lecturer on Biostatistics​; Co-director of the Master's Program in Health Data Science; Director of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Programs

Kasisomayajula Viswanath, PhD
Kasisomayajula Viswanath, PhD

Lee Kum Kee Professor of Health Communication; Social and Behavioral Sciences, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

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Certificate

Upon completion of this program, you will receive a digital Certificate of Completion from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. 

Your digitally verified certificate will be issued in your legal name and emailed to you at no additional cost upon completion of the program, as per the stipulated requirements. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

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