Contact

Emily Alber Chase, Associate Director of Student Services, Public Administration and International Affairs  
215 Maxwell Hall
315-443-4000
paia@syr.edu

This 12-credit Certificate program is earned after completion of two required graduate courses (6 credits) in health policy and two electives (6 credits) selected from approved courses offered by participating colleges and schools within the University in such areas as health and social policy, health law, demography, management, and economics.

This program is designed for two semesters of study and may be pursued independent of, or as part of, a master’s or Ph.D. program. All courses may be applied to the MPA, MAIR, EMPA, or the EMIR degree.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Explain the structure, function, and financing of the United States healthcare system.
2. Apply core governance and management skills to a healthcare setting.
3. Explain and assess leadership and managerial theories, skills, and competencies.

Major Requirements

The Certificate is a 12-credit program open to mid-career professionals who require a policy background to operate effectively in the dynamic health care sector. The certificate is earned after completion of two required graduate courses (6 credits) in health policy and two electives (6 credits) selected from approved courses offered by participating colleges and schools within the University in such areas as health and social policy, health law, demography, management, and economics.

This program is designed for two semesters of study and may be pursued independent of, or as part of, a master’s or Ph.D. program. All courses may be applied to the MPA, MAIR, EMPA, or the EMIR degree.