Graduate Programs
Certificate Programs
Three graduate certificates are offered by the Department of Public Health at IUPUI: Certificate in Public Health, Certificate in Health Policy, and Certificate in Health Systems Management. Certificate programs are flexible and adaptable to the needs of either precareer or in-service students. Program descriptions, admission requirements and curriculum requirements are available at
Certificate in Public Health
The Graduate Certificate in Public Health is a 15-credit-hour program of study. The certificate program is designed to meet the needs of public health professionals who are seeking the opportunity to continue their education while working. This program consists of evening classes and is available to US citizens and permanent residents.
In order to receive the Graduate Certificate in Public Health, students must complete 15 credit hours of the approved public health course work with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (“B” grade on a 4.0 scale). The five core courses comprise the Graduate Certificate curriculum requirements. Transfer credit or course waivers are not allowed as substitution for any courses in the certificate program.
Students who have been awarded a Graduate Certificate in Public Health have two years to apply their credits toward the MPH degree. Graduates of the certificate program who do not apply to the MPH Program within two years after completion of the certificate program are not eligible to apply their 15 credits from the certificate program toward the MPH Program on the IUPUI campus. Admission to or successful completion of a certificate program does not guarantee subsequent admission to the MPH Program.
The 15 credit Graduate Certificate in Public Health consists of coursework in the five core areas of public health.
P517: Fundamentals of Epidemiology (3cr)
P519: Environmental Science in Public Health (3cr)
P500: Social and Behavioral Science in Public Health (3cr)
P504: U.S. Health Care Systems and Health Policy (3cr)
P551: Biostatistics for Public Health I (3cr)
To apply to the Graduate Certificate Program, visit Graduate Certificate Application Process.
Certificate in Health Policy
Students in this 17-18 credit hour program complete courses taught by faculty from the Indiana University Schools of Medicine, Law, Nursing, Public and Environmental Affairs, and Liberal Arts.
Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Health Policy
The Graduate Certificate in Health Policy adheres to the same admission criteria as the MHA Program. To view MHA admission criteria and how to apply, please visit MHA Admissions.
Certificate in Health Systems Management
This 15 credit hour program provides health care professionals with the opportunity to further their understanding of the historical, economic, financial, and strategic aspects of the health care industry.
Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Health Systems Management
The Graduate Certificate in Health Systems Management adheres to the same admission criteria as the MHA Program. To view MHA admission criteria and how to apply, please visit MHA Admissions.