DrPH in International Health & Sustainable Development
Practice-based doctoral degree for future global health leaders
The Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine at Tulane University is launching a groundbreaking online Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) program in Leadership for International Health and Sustainable Development. Set to begin in Fall 2025, this program is designed for mid-level global health professionals seeking to elevate their careers and drive impactful change in international health policy and practice.
“This school has always been known for its leadership in international health. This new degree will provide doctoral-level training for practice-based careers in one of the most vital public health fields today.”
— DeanThomas LaVeist
The program, housed in the Department of International Health and Sustainable Development (IHSD), builds on Tulane’s extensive expertise in global health and capacity strengthening. Designed for working professionals, the program equips students with advanced analytical skills, data-driven decision-making capabilities, and leadership competencies to influence global health policies and programs.
The program, housed in the Department of International Health and Sustainable Development (IHSD), builds on Tulane’s extensive expertise in global health and capacity strengthening. Designed for professionals who work full-time, the program equips students with advanced analytical skills, data-driven decision-making capabilities, and leadership competencies to influence global health policies and programs. In a world where the public health landscape is constantly evolving, such skills and competencies are critical for governments and organizations to ensure that policies and programs are evidence based and cost effective.
Students will learn from world-renowned faculty with decades of experience in global health and development across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and beyond. The curriculum incorporates real-world case studies, fostering a highly interactive and practical learning environment.
“Class schedules are designed to accommodate working professionals across time zones, ensuring a dynamic and inclusive learning experience,” said Dr. Mai Do, vice chair of IHSD and program director. “With students from diverse backgrounds engaging in discussions, this program offers unparalleled exposure to multiple cultural perspectives, enriching the learning experience.”
Applications are now open, and the program will enroll one cohort per year beginning in August.
Learn more about the DrPH program here.
Department of International Health & Sustainable Development
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of vulnerable populations around the world by eliminating health inequities and promoting human rights and social justice for all persons. We aim to achieve our mission by being a global leader and partner in:
- Capacity strengthening: educate and train the next generation of public health professionals, and strengthen the capacity of institutions, at home and abroad, through innovative education and technical assistance programs, in order to improve the effectiveness and sustainability of health programs and policies.
- Research: expand knowledge and understanding of the complex causes of health inequities, vulnerability, and resilience and provide evidence that can be used to improve the design, implementation, and evaluation of effective and sustainable programs and policies.
- Service: mobilize our expertise and engage with communities and institutions at home and abroad to advance the goals of our professions and institutions towards health equity and social justice.
- Advocate for evidence-based policies and programs to accelerate progress towards health equity, promote social justice, and support the sustainable development of communities around the world.
