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The Doctor of Philosophy in Health Policy and Management represents a high-level research qualification focused on developing specialized expertise and advanced investigative capabilities. Candidates must produce a dissertation showcasing their capacity for autonomous academic research. This doctoral program prepares individuals for careers in academia, research institutions, or leadership positions by cultivating profound subject matter mastery. The curriculum stresses the synthesis of theoretical frameworks with empirical investigation within a chosen specialization. Students collaborate with their academic mentors to define this concentration area.
At least a 3.5 GPA in graduate studies or demonstrated superiority in graduate work, and at least a B in each of the mandatory core courses, a positive recommendation by the Health Policy and Management Department, approval by the doctoral admissions committee and the department chair, completion of the M.S. in Health Policy and Management or an appropriately related field is preferred. Submission of a writing sample, preferably a master's thesis or equivalent, is required. Screening examinations may be required by the department.
IELTS Academic overall band score should be at least 7.0 is the minimum required.
TOEFL score on the paper and pencil test must be at least 560 or at least 87 on the internet-based test.