The HIV/AIDS epidemic continues to exact a staggering global toll; in Sub Saharan Africa 22 million people - two-thirds of the world’s total - are HIV positive.

An estimated 12 million children aged 17 or younger have lost one or both parents to AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa (UNICEF, 2006a).

Prepares students to lead healthcare organizations by combining training in management, analytics, finance, and strategy with hands-on residency experience to advance health and well-being across diverse healthcare settings. 

Provides a solid foundation in parasitology, vector biology, and other infectious diseases of public health significance. Many individuals enter the program with the intention of subsequently pursuing PhD or MD degrees.

Prepares graduates to strengthen preparedness systems, respond to biological threats, manage