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MPH program at Manipal University, India-experiences, challenges, and lessons learned.
Hattangadi Vinod Bhat1, Ramachandra Kamath, Govindakarnavar Arunkumar
1Department of Community Medicine, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, Karnataka, India. vinod.bhat@manipal.edu
American Journal of Industrial Medicine
|April 3, 2012
Summary
The UAB-ITREOH program established a Master of Public Health (MPH) program in India, successfully training public health professionals and building capacity. Government support is vital for its continued growth and recognition.
Area of Science:
- Public Health Training
- Global Health Education
- Capacity Building in Developing Nations
Background:
- Established in 2009 at Manipal University, India, the skill-based Master of Public Health (MPH) program by UAB-ITREOH addresses a critical need for trained public health professionals.
- Aims to build institutional public health training capacity within India.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the establishment and progress of a skill-based MPH program in India.
- To share lessons learned and challenges encountered during program implementation.
- To highlight the importance of government support for public health initiatives.
Main Methods:
- Curriculum development and faculty training were supported by Fogarty funding.
- Implementation of a skill-based MPH program at Manipal University.
Main Results:
- The MPH program has been successfully launched and is gaining momentum.
- The article details experiences, lessons learned, and challenges from program initiation to execution.
Conclusions:
- Government support is crucial for program accreditation and enhancing its profile.
- Creating job opportunities and recognizing MPH professionals as leaders is essential for sector advancement.
- Sustained government involvement can foster the growth and impact of public health training programs.
