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Director of Global Health Studies Program and Canadian Studies Center
Dr. Malouin completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan and then served as a United States Peace Corps volunteer in Niger. Following her service, she received her Ph.D. and M.P.H. in international health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She also completed a M.S. in epidemiology from Michigan State University through funding from the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Malouin oversees all aspects of the Global Health Studies Program. She also developed and leads OST 822 Introduction to Global Health Practice and co-directs CHM/OST 847 Public Health in Ghana: A One Health Perspective.
Advances in science and technology are resulting in globalization or the interconnectedness and interdependence of peoples worldwide. As a result, populations have experienced significant changes in patterns of infectious and chronic disease, as well as an increase in antimicrobial resistance. The emerging field of global health is dedicated to improving health and achieving equity in health for all people, worldwide, and encompasses an approach and unique toolset to work collaboratively across cultures and disciplines.
The Master of Science in Global Health (MSGH) is a flexible, online graduate program designed to empower graduates with the tools and skills to address global health challenges. Students complete 30 credits over one-year period if full-time or up to five years if part-time, including nine core courses (27 credits) focusing on core competencies in management, ethics, evidence-based practice, globalization of health and healthcare, strategic analysis, capacity strengthening, collaboration and communication.
Students are invited to participate in an existing global health education abroad course in one of several countries, an independent elective at a location of their choice, or an online MSU course or independent study. Prior to completing the degree, students will develop a capstone project as a synthesis and application of the knowledge, tools, and skills acquired throughout the program. Students will have unique opportunities to learn from experienced global health practitioners and researchers in many countries around the world.
Students will achieve competencies recommended by the Consortium of Universities for Global Health within the following domains:
Students will also have the option to participate in a diverse international field experiences in applied global health.
Healthcare is one of the fastest growing industries in the 21st century as global societies face emerging complex and challenging health and environment issues. Students of the MSGH program come from a wide spectrum of disciplines. Those with rigorous training and education in the field will find professional opportunities in many areas domestically and internationally. Potential opportunities in global health may include working in multi-national organizations, universities, research institutes, non-governmental organizations, global consulting companies, health organization, and government at city, state, and federal levels.
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The university reserves the right to make changes in the types, structures, rates for fees, and tuition. Every effort will be made to give as much advance notice as possible. In addition to tuition and fees, there are other expenses associated with your Cost of Attendance. A breakdown of a graduate student budget can be found on the "Estimate Your Cost of Attendance" page.
MSU provides programs and initiatives that support and enhance diversity. We will expand our campus and external partnerships to put in place inclusive recruitment and retention practices. We nurture and promote individuals’ varied experiences and perspectives, ensuring structures and processes make possible full participation by all members of our community.
MSU actively collaborates with campus and external partners to innovate across all dimensions of graduate education. We create and support networks that increase collaboration and improve educational opportunities for our online students.
MSU’s nationally recognized online programs foster student growth and well-being throughout their academic career. We will expand inclusive mentoring practices and accelerate improvement across units to implement evidence-based practices to ensure our students complete successfully.
Continuing education can be one of the most exciting, challenging, and rewarding experiences you undertake in your life. We hope you consider becoming a Spartan, to learn online and reach your career goals. With highly ranked online programs and exceptional professors, we educate students who advance the common good with uncommon will.