Benedictine University, a top-tier university, was founded more
than 120 years ago with a philosophy of educating the whole
person. Our programs are built on a rich history and tradition of
excellence in education. We offer small class sizes and the
personal attention expected of a private university.
Benedictine University is Regionally Accredited by the Higher
Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges
and Schools (NCA)* and the Illinois State Board of Education**.
The Benedictine University online Master of Public Health (MPH)
program prepares professionals for the rapidly changing world of
health and health care in a format that allows for continuation
of work and outside obligations.
Our program features flexible web-based courses and online
collaboration with faculty and classmates from across the
country. Our students become broadly educated in the core
disciplines of public health and investigate the current needs of
the profession, as well as emerging trends.
Public health professionals are at the forefront of the global
effort to combat poverty, inequities, disease and epidemics.
Dynamic and capable leaders are needed to guide communities
toward a healthy future.
Learning at Benedictine combines instructional expertise with
individual initiative, creativity, research opportunities and
field experience so that the adult learner will find the MPH
experience a stepping-stone to professional success.
Master of Public Health - Administration of Health Care
Institutions (Online)
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Benedictine University's Online Administration of Health Care
Institutions MPH is designed to meet the needs of busy medical
professionals who wish to obtain an advanced degree specifically
tailored to the contemporary health care industry.
The Online MPH in Administration of Health Care Institutions
curriculum includes courses in administration, finance,
personnel, marketing and management.
Managed care companies are thriving all over the country and
provide a wonderful opportunity for recent graduates of the
online MPH in Administration of Health Care Institutions. These
include hospitals, clinics, medical practices, health maintenance
organizations, and voluntary or not-for-profit agencies engaged
in health promotion, as well as organizations that support these
care providers.
Master of Public Health in Disaster Management (Online)
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9/11 awakened the nation and the health care community to the
need for public health professionals to take an active role in
the management of disasters.
Benedictine University's online Master of Public Health (MPH) in
Disaster Management has been designed for the entire spectrum of
health care professionals as well as officials in government, law
enforcement and emergency services.
Benedictine's Online Disaster Management MPH emphasizes the many
skills necessary to prevent disasters from a health standpoint
such as assessing risk, developing plans, communicating with
various organizations and populations, and aiding in recovery and
relief efforts.
A Certificate in Disaster Management is also available.
Master of Public Health in Health Policy (Online)
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The MPH in Health Policy is designed for professionals who desire
skills in Health Policy development. Our graduates develop
knowledge of health professions, the legal aspects of health
care, cost effectiveness, the needs of society and management of
information.
Our curriculum will prepare you for a career studying public
health policy and infectious disease. You will be prepared to
advise other health care professional on outbreaks, educate the
public on protection, and conduct public policy research to limit
the spread of disease.
Master of Public Health in Health Education (Online)
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The online MPH in Health Education from Benedictine University
prepares you to create educational programs on a range of public
health topics and educate citizens about good health habits, plan
and manage prevention, and help communities with educational
intervention.
The Health Education MPH is designed for professionals who
participate in or lead health promotion activities in health
departments, health maintenance organizations, hospitals,
employee assistance programs, voluntary organizations and social
service agencies.
Dual MBA/MPH (Online)
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Today's public health professionals are faced with both old and
new public health challenges—the HIV/AIDS pandemic, the
threat of bioterrorism, epidemics ranging from heart disease to
cancer to obesity, the health of our increasingly elderly
populations, the safety of our water and our food, and high-risk
behaviors like smoking and substance abuse that endanger our
health.
The Master of Business Administration (MBA)/Master of Public
Health (MPH) dual degree option adds the comprehensive business
core of an MBA to the Master of Public Health.
The MBA/MPH program results in the earning of both the MPH and
the MBA degrees. The breadth of the program enables students to
take leadership roles and pursue a myriad of career opportunities
across the health care spectrum.
Master of Science in Nursing (Online)
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The healthcare industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in
the American economy. At Benedictine University, we're shaping
the next generation of nurse leaders, nurse educators and nurse
administrators. Benedictine's online Master of Science in Nursing
(MSN) program is a great solution for working nurses who want to
get ahead. With the flexibility of online classes, students can
learn anytime, anywhere and maintain their work and family
responsibilities.
Students will experience rich interaction with highly-acclaimed
faculty and online support that's second-to-none. Our unique
nursing curriculum allows students to create a custom Area of
Focus in areas like finance, accounting, disaster management,
organizational behavior, and numerous others. There's no other
program like it.
Benedictine's students graduate with expertise in leadership,
education, administration, and global healthcare. Our online MSN
is a convenient, cutting-edge way to prepare for your
professional goals.
Certificate in Disaster Management (Online)
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Benedictine University's Disaster Management Certificate is
designed for the widest spectrum of emergency response
professionals including government officials, law enforcement,
emergency services, public health and other health care
professionals.
Disasters such as the recent flooding in the heartlands, the
tragic failures of Hurricane Katrina, wildfires in California,
the deadly Myanmar cyclone, and startling earthquakes in China
(just to name a few) have reaffirmed the need for professionals
that have the real, unfaltering skills required to be effective
emergency responders.
If you are an emergency responder, our curriculum will prepare
you for multiple phases of disaster management including
mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.
